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Justices Appear Skeptical of Affirmative Action
The only justices to support UNC’s plan are the three appointed by Democrats.
Opinion
On Chaucer Studies, ‘Raptus’ and Relevance
As Chaucer studies grapples with one of the most widely noted discoveries in the field in years, Richard Utz wonders, will it do to say anything more about Chaucer?
Why Do We Hate Each Other?
Researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles, are on a multidisciplinary mission to determine why people feel hatred.
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.
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.
Report Blasts Early Decision
Education Reform Now is the latest group to criticize the practice.
Opinion
Why Is the Affirmative Action Debate So Intense?
Kenneth McGhee considers all the factors that affect an admissions decision.
Most Americans Oppose Race in Admissions
But poll says they back programs to increase the racial and ethnic diversity of students.