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Springer, Ann D. – Academe, 2003
In its much-anticipated review of affirmative action, the Supreme Court upheld the educational importance of diversity. Amid great controversy, confusion, and debate, the U.S. Supreme Court this June issued its much-anticipated decisions in two University of Michigan cases addressing affirmative action in higher education admissions. The Court was…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Educational Benefits, Affirmative Action, Student Diversity

Bergmann, Barbara R. – Academe, 1997
Argues that if higher education is to get rid of affirmative action, it should first discontinue special admission of less qualified candidates who are admitted because they are athletes, alumni children, or the children of friends of administrators. Reports on a survey of 52 black college students concerning effects of affirmative action. (MSE)
Descriptors: Affirmative Action, Blacks, College Admission, College Faculty