Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed S.B. 1 into law, bringing major changes to public universities, including bans on diversity programs, restrictions on classroom discussions, and faculty strike prohibitions. The law also mandates post-tenure reviews and shortens board terms. While supporters claim it enhances accountability, critics warn it threatens free speech and faculty rights, sparking statewide protests.Ohio Gov DeWine signs sweeping higher ed law regulating classroom speech, ending diversity programs
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed S.B. 1 into law, bringing major changes to public universities, including bans on diversity programs, restrictions on classroom discussions, and faculty strike prohibitions. The law also mandates post-tenure reviews and shortens board terms. While supporters claim it enhances accountability, critics warn it threatens free speech and faculty rights, sparking statewide protests.