The changes and transformations in the New College Of Florida are not being taken well by the students and even professors.
New College Of Florida is shambled in chaos after being subjected to backlash. (Photo: Tampa Bay Times)
New College Of Florida’s Chaos
The New College of Florida has undergone a conservative makeover, with a new board of trustees appointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis seeking to transform the liberal institution into a conservative stronghold. The changes in the New College Of Florida have been met with backlash from liberal professors and students, many of whom have left the college.
Meanwhile, Republicans view the transformation of the New College Of Florida as an opportunity to create a conservative-friendly public college. However, the transition of the New College Of Florida has not been seamless, with the college facing housing shortages and faculty resignations.
According to a published article by the Washington Examiner, conservative activists see potential in the experiment of the New College of Florida and believe it could serve as a model for reforming other state colleges and universities.
Discrimination Against LGBTQ+ Students In New College Of Florida
In a published article by Sarasota Herald-Tribune, a civil rights complaint has been filed against the trustees and administration of New College of Florida, alleging discrimination against LGBTQ+ students and the creation of a hostile environment. The complaint calls for a formal investigation into the college’s leadership and remedies for damages caused.
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