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Back to EpisodesUtah’s Big Debt, DEI Office Chaos, and Neighborhood Free Stuff
Description
The University of Utah will shutter its Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion to comply with a new state law. Producer Ivana Martinez joins host Ali Vallarta to break down what’s at stake for employees. Plus, Utah families are $2.8 million in debt for school lunches. And, we shout out some bagel news in Holladay and a neighborhood resource for free stuff.
Resources and references:
- University of Utah EDI Director Breaks Culture of Silence To Advocate For Students [SLUG Magazine]
- Utah families plagued by $2.8 million in school meal debt, data shows [FOX 13]
- SLC Community Fridges
- Utah Food Bank volunteer needs
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