Data are presented on the ethnic and regional origins of university students in Sri Lanka, 1942-1974, in relation to general population distribution and/or university course of study. Two attempts to equalize university admission are analyzed: weighting school quality to standardize secondary marks and establishing a district quota scheme. (SJL).

Examines how ethnic conflict in society and in the institution itself is impacting on the African university. (SJL)

If colleges and universities want to avoid a relapse into increased racial segregation in light of current political and legal pressures against affirmative action, they must make the case for the need for racial diversity to further their core educational purposes. They must also enlist faculty help in identifying and articulating its educational…

The lower court findings and 1995 Supreme Court decision in Podberesky versus Kerwin, concerning the legality of race-exclusive scholarships, is reviewed and its implications on race-based financial aid awards are examined. Issues discussed include current Department of Education guidelines in this context, meeting institutional mandates to…

The University of Texas law school's race-based admissions process triggered the boldest judicial statement addressing affirmative action since 1978. Colleges and universities throughout the country must now look at student diversity on a student-by-student basis and without reference to racial classifications. Admissions offices failing to comply…

Provides an excerpt from a speech delivered at the University of South Dakota by the college president Thomas Shortbull titled, "Affirmative Action: An Opportunity to Escape Wage Slavery." Discusses how affirmative action is needed for Native Americans so that they can become the professionals needed to develop the reservations economically and…

Reviews the demographic characteristics of Latinos in higher education, arguing that educational institutions must commit to achieving multiculturalism in curricula and pluralism in administrative structures. Describes the approach of Hostos Community College (New York), providing bilingual instruction and professional development. Highlights…

Argues how the case against affirmative action heavily rests on myth and misunderstanding. It discusses 10 of the most common myths and presents public opinion poll data suggesting that support for affirmative action is greater than typically assumed. (GR)

Discusses errors in appraisals of African-Americans' economic progress in recent history, in order to show that African-Americans have made little progress toward achieving economic equality. Considers the changing roles of African-American and European American women in the labor market as vital to interpreting economic status trends. (JS)

Discusses the consequences to the nation and to Blacks of abolishing affirmative action in college and university admission policies. It examines the impact of abandoning racial preferences on school admissions, particularly as it concerns graduate and medical schools. The author argues that without the use of racial preferences far fewer Blacks…

A University of Michigan (Ann Arbor) longitudinal study surveyed students throughout their college experience concerning issues of cultural diversity and educational equity, specific institutional affirmative action policies, and the impact of multiculturalism within the curriculum. Results indicate each racial and ethnic group showed a unique…

Presents a comparative analysis of the U.S. and Indian Supreme Courts' roles in civil rights and preference policies. Despite structural and historical differences, similarities exist in the development of such policies. Both are more concerned with fidelity to constitutional and statutory interpretations than to personal ideological viewpoints.…

This article argues that standards of the American Association of Law Schools and the American Bar Association result in race norming in law school admissions, with substantially lower admission standards for African Americans and notes that proponents of such policies have been less than candid in a recent controversy concerning Georgetown Law…

Advocates greater inclusion of women and ethnic minorities in all areas of the community college. Offers six steps to improving the campus's climate for change; e.g., support visible on-campus agents of change; include a gender-balanced, multicultural curriculum within the strategic plan; and prepare current faculty and administrators for the…

Considers the underrepresentation of women and minorities in community colleges, discussing barriers that have these groups out of administrative positions. Underscores the importance of leadership and vision in removing these barriers. Identifies inclusionary practices of community colleges, graduate programs, and professional organizations that…