In early September, President Donald Trump's administration abruptly canceled a $35 million Purdue University grant aimed at preparing low-income Indiana students for college, as part of its broader push against diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.

The U.S. Education Department’s reasoning for canceling the seven-year grant that was approved just a year ago stated that the grant conflicted with federal civil rights law and the department’s police of “prioritizing merit, fairness, and excellence in education,” WFYI reported .

The $34.9 million grant was to support Indiana GEAR UP , which stands for Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs. It helped middle and high school students with transitioning to higher education.

Indiana GEAR UP officially halted

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