Afternoon Update: Our tracker of DEI legislation, just updated with changes in seven states

Far fewer students than expected use new scholarship in Michigan; troubled university settles lawsuit over unpaid wages; and more. ADVERTISEMENT [Afternoon Update Logo]( You can also [read this newsletter on the web](. Or, if you no longer want to receive this newsletter, [unsubscribe](. JUST UPDATED [DEI Legislation Tracker]( By Chronicle Staff [STORY IMAGE]( We’ve updated the tracker with bills in Arizona, Idaho, Mississippi, Missouri, Utah, Wisconsin, and Wyoming that seek to dismantle colleges’ diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. ADVERTISEMENT STATE SUPPORT [Far Fewer College Students Than Expected Are Using Michigan’s New Scholarship]( The $53-million Michigan Achievement Scholarship was expected to be used by 41,000 students, especially at community colleges. But the actual number this year was about 25,000. A state official said the program needed better publicity. A college official said the complex process to get the money, including a six-page eligibility document, was a deterrent. (MLive.com) PAYING UP [Troubled University in Ohio and Employees Reach Settlement Over Unpaid Wages]( Employees sued the Union Institute and University last spring over missed paychecks; it later continued to not pay its workers and has [not held classes]( in months. The Education Department is moving to [cut off student aid](. Under the deal, Union will pay $110,000, half going to the plaintiffs and their lawyers and half to other workers. (WVXU, The Chronicle, Higher Ed Dive) CAMPUS CUTS [St. Joseph’s College of Maine Lays Off 10 Employees]( No instructional positions were eliminated, according to the Roman Catholic institution. Those laid off, about 4 percent of employees, were mostly full-time workers in information technology, marketing, and athletics. (Portland Press Herald) NEWSLETTER [Sign Up for the Teaching Newsletter]( Find insights to improve teaching and learning across your campus. Delivered on Thursdays. To read this newsletter as soon as it sends, [sign up]( to receive it in your email inbox. SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHRONICLE Enjoying the newsletter? [Subscribe today]( for unlimited access to essential news, analysis, and advice. Virtual Events: Tune In Live INTERDISCIPLINARY PROGRAMS [Innovative Interdisciplinary Programs]( [STORY IMAGE]( UPCOMING: March 20, 2024 | 2 p.m. ET. Join experts to learn how the programs have expanded to research how communities face earthquakes, tsunamis, and other natural disasters. With Support From Southern Methodist University. [Register here.]( POST-GRADUATE EMPLOYMENT [Career Services at the Center]( [STORY IMAGE]( UPCOMING: March 26, 2024 | 2 p.m. ET. In a tough job market for recent graduates, colleges must better integrate career support into their programs. Join us for an expert panel on what they’re doing. With Support From University of Florida. [Register here.]( ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE [The Chatbot Student Experience: What Lies Ahead?]( [STORY IMAGE]( UPCOMING: April 3, 2024 | 2 p.m. ET. New AI tools expand chatbot capabilities, making them more helpful to students in navigating admissions and enrollment. This forum will explore best practices for chatbots on campus. With Support From AWS. [Register here.]( ADVERTISEMENT FROM THE CHRONICLE STORE [The Athletics Advantage - The Chronicle Store]( [The Athletics Advantage]( For tuition-driven institutions, sports are often a key recruiting tool. [Order this report]( for insights on how small colleges are using athletics to drive student enrollment, engagement, and retention. JOB OPPORTUNITIES [Search jobs on The Chronicle job board]( [Find Your Next Role Today]( Whether you are actively or passively searching for your next career opportunity, The Chronicle is here to support you throughout your job search. Get started now by [exploring 30,000+ openings]( or [signing up for job alerts](. NEWSLETTER FEEDBACK [Please let us know what you thought of today's newsletter in this three-question survey](. This newsletter was sent to {EMAIL}. [Read this newsletter on the web](. [Manage]( your newsletter preferences, [stop receiving]( this email, or [view]( our privacy policy. © 2024 [The Chronicle of Higher Education]( 1255 23rd Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20037