Many selective colleges historically provided an advantage in admissions to the children or grandchildren of alumni, who are typically white and wealthy. This practice, criticized for its preferential treatment, is under review post the U.S. Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action last year.
California lawmakers are discussing AB 1780, a bill aimed at prohibiting universities from giving preferential treatment based on family ties to donors or alumni. The bill, authored by Phil Ting, emphasizes the importance of not considering wealth or lineage for admissions decisions. Colorado, Virginia, and Maryland have also taken steps to ban legacy admissions preferences at public and private institutions of higher education.
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