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What the Supreme Court Rejection of Affirmative Action Means
Justices deem admissions programs at both Harvard and UNC Chapel Hill to be unconstitutional. But decision did say applicants can write about their experiences with racism, if colleges follow the rules.
‘In God We Trust’ in Every Louisiana Classroom
A new Louisiana law that requires “In God We Trust” signs displayed in classrooms raises larger questions about religion and higher ed.
‘Preaching’ in Biology Class?
St. Philip’s College, despite the name, is a public college. A professor who is also a pastor says the college fired him after it allegedly received complaints of “preaching” in class.
White Professor Resigns, Alleges Reverse Discrimination
A now-former Pennsylvania State University system professor says a series of trainings and the campus’s approach to grading discriminated based on race.
An Asian American Admissions Professional’s Perspective on Race-Conscious Admissions
Affirmative action helps all kinds of individuals, writes Matt Ogawa.
Cantonese Certificate Program Stalled at City College of San Francisco
The college was expected to launch two Cantonese certificate programs this fall. One program isn’t moving forward, and advocates are upset by the delay.
Dissolving a DEI Office to Save DEI
The University of Arkansas is reallocating all DEI staff and resources to other campus offices. Is it a capitulation to right-wing demands or a savvy defense tactic?