Executive Order Compliance
Recent national news and changes in executive and Congressional leadership are expected to result in adjustments to federal policies and practices that may impact higher education and Jackson College. These developments could influence various aspects of the College’s operations and its ongoing mission.
This page will serve as a central location for timely updates and resources. Information will be posted as it becomes available to help keep the campus and community informed of news that may affect Jackson College.
Media Coverage & Press Releases
Below are links to the media coverage and press releases related to federal directives:
| Date | Coverage | Source |
|---|---|---|
| March 20, 2025 | Executive Order: Improving Education Outcomes by Empowering Parents, States, and Communities | Whitehouse.gov |
| March 20, 2025 | Suspending DEI programs necessary to keep doors open at Jackson College, board says | Mlive |
| March 18, 2025 | DEI program suspensions prompt student backlash at Jackson College | Mlive |
| March 17, 2025 | Students, Mayor Mahoney urge Jackson College not to give up DEI | Fox 47 News |
| March 16, 2025 | Jackson College Announces Response to Federal Directives | WKHM |
| March 14, 2025 | Jackson College Response to Federal Directives | Jackson College Website |
| March 14, 2025 | Jackson College Announces Response to Federal Directives | JTV |
| March 14, 2025 | DEI programs suspended, wiped from Jackson College website amid Trump threats | Mlive |
| March 14, 2025 | WILX | |
| March 14, 2025 | WLNS |
Executive Orders & Federal Updates
Keep up to date with the latest Executive Orders and federal developments affecting community colleges by visiting the Michigan Community College Association (MCCA) website.
There you will find the following resources:
- Executive Orders and Supporting Documents
- Dear Colleague Letter – Feb. 14, 2025
- Other federal updates relevant to community colleges