Affirmative action in college admissions – abc news
Affirmative action, Diversité et inclusion, Espace privé et espace public, Faire société, Représentations
Published in June 2024
Brief Overview
This video explores the impact of the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn affirmative action in college admissions. It highlights the experiences of students, both those who were impacted by the decision and those who benefited from affirmative action in the past. The video also examines the debate surrounding legacy admissions and its potential to further disadvantage underrepresented students.
Highlights
- David Jen, an academically exceptional student, was rejected from Harvard despite his strong application, highlighting the uncertainty and pressure felt by students navigating the new admissions landscape.
- The decision to overturn affirmative action has sparked concerns about a potential chilling effect on applications from underrepresented students, who may feel discouraged by the perceived disadvantages they face.
- Joeli Castillo, an Afro-Latina student, shared her experiences with overcoming adversity and navigating the college application process. She advocates for continuing efforts to promote diversity on campuses.
- Critics argue that ending affirmative action without addressing legacy admissions creates an unfair advantage for certain groups, potentially perpetuating existing inequities.
- Alumni of historically marginalized groups who benefited from affirmative action express concerns that ending the policy could hinder outreach and representation on college campuses.
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