Roberts, Nathan 'evaluate the implications' of DEI bill signed by Gov. Kay Ivey
By Brychelle Brooks | Campus Reporter , Connor Copeland | Campus Editor and Kristen Carr | Editor-in-Chief | March 20On March 20, Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey signed into law SB 129, a bill banning state funding of diversity, equity and inclusion programs, making Alabama one of 36 states that have introduced or passed legislation along these lines. Following the bill's passage, President Roberts and Provost Nathan sent out a joint statement via email emphasizing the university commitment to following state law, as well as affirming "access and opportunity."