Professor Sues University over DEI Training Requirement

Two years ago, Arizona State University, where I’ve taught philosophy and religious studies for more than two decades, began requiring all professors to take a training in “diversity, equity, and inclusion,” or DEI.

I’m in favor of each of those terms: Diversity (including intellectual diversity), equity (insofar as it means equality of opportunity), and inclusion (helping people from all backgrounds succeed at the university) are undoubtedly good things.

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Owen Anderson is a professor of philosophy and religious studies at Arizona State University.

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Two years ago, Arizona State University, where I’ve taught philosophy and religious studies for more than two decades, began requiring all professors to take a training in “diversity, equity, and inclusion,” or DEI.

I’m in favor of each of those terms: Diversity (including intellectual diversity), equity (insofar as it means equality of opportunity), and inclusion (helping people from all backgrounds succeed at the university) are undoubtedly good things.