Weighing the future of Harvard admissions

In late June, the Supreme Court entered a ruling in the case of Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. President and Fellows of Harvard College, prohibiting the consideration of race as a factor in admissions. In the wake of the decision — and after almost a decade of defending the benefits of student body diversity in the case — Harvard, having made the requisite changes to comply with the law, is reviewing its admissions policies and procedures. The University has also affirmed its longstanding commitment to welcoming students of extraordinary talent and promise who come from a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences.

The Gazette spoke with three Harvard leaders — President Claudine Gay, Bill Fitzsimmons, dean of admissions at Harvard College, and Joy St. John, the College’s director of admissions — about steps that have been taken to date and what’s ahead. The interview has been edited for clarity and length.

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