Abstract: This research note discusses the theory of "institutional betrayal" as a framework of interest to discuss growing distrust towards U.S. higher education institutions in the wake of responses to state anti-DEI policies. Drawing on interviews with student-facing higher education practitioners in Utah following the passage of HB261, which eliminated all programming and related-work viewed as supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion, we consider how institutional betrayal illuminates potential long-term impacts on future philanthropic goals and relationships with affected stakeholders (e.g., students and alumni). We conclude this paper with takeaways to potentially mitigate the impact of institutional betrayal and rebuild trust with current students, alumni, and impacted staff.
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