Diversity Initiatives

The Trump administration’s push to dismantle diversity, equity and inclusion programs within the federal government, and to pressure federal contractors to follow suit, has, at first glance, had the desired chilling effect. Seven in 10 federal contractors surveyed by Catalyst in early 2026 said they had publicly signaled they were dialing back or abandoning their inclusion programs.

* Paranoia fuel: ever wonder what exactly cops (or teens impersonating them) can access on your phone? [The Guardian] * Too much of a good thing: Cali Judge knocks down diversity initiative for corporate boards. [CNN] * ReRoe: Colorado goes out of its way to make sure abortion access is considered a right. [The Week] * Cover blown: Police officer posing as a reporter fired after questioning New York’s mayor. [NBC NY] * Is it time for a federal privacy law? Probably.

PNW Graduate Fellows Program Boise State has applied for National Science Foundation (NSF) funding to create the Boise State PNW Graduate Fellows Program. In preparation, we are now recruiting 12 graduate students from domestic underrepresented minority backgrounds, who are pursuing graduate studies in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programs. Apply Here Now! Why you should apply?