Collegiate sports embed DEI: Athletics departments hire DEI directors, require trainings

Many universities’ athletics departments, both public and private, now have statements, programs, and staff dedicated to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion narratives in collegiate sports, according to an analysis this month by The College Fix.

The University of New Mexico is currently hiring an associate athletics director for DEI and student-athlete development. Part of the job will be to “develop, facilitate, and implement the new diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) vision,” the online description states.

Earlier this year, Illinois State University advertised an open position for an assistant associate athletic director of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, with a salary of up to $75,000.