U.S. Supreme Court Upholds University Affirmative Action

The US Supreme Court upheld affirmative action in a 4-3 decision, with Justice Elena Kagan recusing herself. The case involved Abigail Fisher, who claimed discrimination after being rejected by the University of Texas. The Texas admissions policy, which admits 75% of students based on high school rank, appears race-neutral but benefits minority students from predominantly Hispanic and black schools.

What was the vote count by the US Supreme Court justices on the University affirmative action policy?

• 5 to 4

• 4 to 3

• 6 to 2

• 3 to 4

Why did Justice Elena Kagan recuse herself from the Supreme Court decision?

• She disagreed with the policy

• She was not available

• She had prior involvement in the case

• She was not a Supreme Court justice at the time

Who was Abigail Fisher, and what was her claim against the University of Texas?

• A student who claimed racial bias in grading

• A white woman who claimed unconstitutional discrimination in admissions

• A professor who challenged the university's hiring practices

• A parent who sued over tuition fees

What is the basis of the Texas admissions policy that was challenged in the Supreme Court?

• Personal interviews

• High school ranks

• Extracurricular activities

• Standardized test scores

How does the Texas admissions policy ensure diversity?

• By lowering admission standards for minority students

• By conducting diversity workshops

• By guaranteeing slots to students from predominantly Hispanic and black schools

• By offering scholarships to minority students