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Skepticism on Affirmative Action
Most of the Supreme Court appears impatient for its end. But the justices appointed by Democrats made the case for the practice.
‘We Will Not Go Back’
Hundreds show support for affirmative action programs as Supreme Court weighs their fate.
The Week in Admissions News
Attack on legacy admissions; Stanford’s history of anti-Jewish bias; activists resist “Dixie.”
Justices Appear Skeptical of Affirmative Action
The only justices to support UNC’s plan are the three appointed by Democrats.
Direct Admissions Takes Off
Colleges for the first time have a real alternative, and so far the new approach is getting strong reviews. But predicting yield is anyone’s guess.
Most Americans Oppose Race in Admissions
But poll says they back programs to increase the racial and ethnic diversity of students.
Report Blasts Early Decision
Education Reform Now is the latest group to criticize the practice.
The Week in Admissions News
Harvard may have to pay $15 million; community college students and food insecurity; addiction centers; a big vote for undocumented students in Arizona.