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GMU Cited for Discrimination; Must Commit to Nondiscrimination

8/26/2025

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The U.S. Department of Education cited George Mason University (GMU) for discriminatory hiring practices based on race and other factors.
A proposed Resolution Agreement mandates GMU to commit to nondiscrimination, issue an apology from President Washington, and update hiring materials.
The investigation followed faculty complaints about "Equity Advisors" recruiting based on race and sex.
GMU's Board of Visitors is evaluating the resolution steps and reaffirms its commitment to the university's best interests.

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Story summary

The U.S. Department of Education cited George Mason University (GMU) for discriminatory hiring practices based on race and other factors.
A proposed Resolution Agreement mandates GMU to commit to nondiscrimination, issue an apology from President Washington, and update hiring materials.
The investigation followed faculty complaints about "Equity Advisors" recruiting based on race and sex.
GMU's Board of Visitors is evaluating the resolution steps and reaffirms its commitment to the university's best interests.