Evan P. Apfelbaum, professor, Boston University, writes in Inside Higher Education: “The term ‘diversity’ has vanished from corporate home pages and university mission statements, replaced by the less controversial language of ‘belonging’ and ‘culture.” This vanishing act is, in part, a response to the fear of investigation, litigation, or the withdrawal of federal grants, but it’s more fundamental than that. It reflects an uncomfortable tension that had been brewing well before President Trump took office a second time—a growing concern about how common actions institutions take to increase diversity affect their ability to uphold a meritocracy, in which the “best” candidates are selected. But we shouldn’t treat diversity and meritocracy as if they are two ends of a seesaw. We can find ways to do both in a way that works for more people than you think.” Read the full commentary here, including how Apflebaum’s contention is based on his research studies.