Report: UW-Madison DEI chief improperly authorized bonuses, raises and 'questionable' expenses

Vagueness may be the basis for the courts to consider the orders' legality, Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin said Monday.

The demotion comes at a time when diversity, equity and inclusion positions are under increased scrutiny. 

The recommendations largely center on creating a culture of accountability for UW-Madison leadership in how its Black students and staff are t…

But as the hearing dragged on, it became clear there was a fundamental disagreement what diversity, equity and inclusion even means.

In January 2025, UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin abruptly demoted LaVar Charleston, director of Diversity, Equity and Educational Achie…