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This program, which offers temporary work authorization to international students in the U.S. on an F-1 student visa, has been a focal point of contention, particularly its STEM extension.

These aim to assist colleges and universities in understanding and implementing measures to promote diversity within the legal boundaries following the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling on race-based admissions at Harvard College and University of North Carolina.

Critics argue that legacy admissions have allowed a select group of individuals to bypass rigorous admissions standards, undermining the principles of meritocracy. Supporters of the legislation argue that ending this practice will pave the way for a more equitable admissions process that considers applicants solely on their academic achievements, extracurricular activities, and other relevant factors.

Gerardo Ochoa, Linfield’s Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Success, suggested the Supreme Court decision will not significantly alter their practices. He stressed that the institution would continue to comply with the ruling while maintaining its focus on diversity and community representation.

One of the key actions taken by the Biden administration is the initiation of a rulemaking process led by the Secretary of Education, which aims to create an alternative path to debt relief.

Secretary Cardona emphasized the longstanding inequities faced by students of color in education and college access. He stated that the decision dealt another blow to the fight for equal opportunity in the United States.

Fanta Aw, Ph.D., chief executive officer and executive director of NAFSA: Association of International Educators, called the SC decision a “watershed moment” that calls into question the value of having a diverse student body and “the myriad of ways universities go about in achieving that goal.”

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