| Autor: |
Hatcher, Nicholas (AUTHOR) |
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Wall Street Journal - Online Edition. 10/2/2024, pN.PAG-N.PAG. 1p. |
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California has banned legacy admissions at private colleges and universities, following the Supreme Court's decision to strike down affirmative action. The new law prohibits schools from considering an applicant's family or other connections to a school. The ban aims to ensure that admissions decisions are based on merit and not influenced by factors such as wealth or personal connections. Critics argue that legacy admissions disproportionately benefit wealthy and white students and discriminate against applicants of color. Several other states have also implemented bans on legacy admissions, and there is ongoing discussion at the federal level about ending the practice. [Extracted from the article] |
| Databáze: |
Regional Business News |
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