A nationwide survey of campus diversity officers found that 87% of respondents say their jobs are more stressful than two years ago and 68% report their roles have become less predictable amid political headwinds. Offices reported budget variability, reorganizations, and expanded responsibilities tied to student success, Title IX and HR functions. Separately, the National Council on Teacher Quality released research showing many teacher‑preparation programs are not increasing educator diversity—and that more than 40% produce graduating classes less diverse than their state teacher workforces. The study noted a persistent gap between the racial demographics of the adult population and those of K‑12 teachers. Higher‑education leaders should expect continued strain on campus equity offices and teacher‑education pipelines; workforce planners and state higher‑ed agencies will need coordinated strategies to broaden recruitment, retention, and support for diverse teacher candidates.