June 29, 2023

Friday, June 29, 2023

Today, the Supreme Court reversed decades of legal precedent and upended affirmative action policies for American colleges and universities. Today, in response to this decision, MSM reaffirms our belief that building a diverse and inclusive campus community of exceptionally talented students with varied perspectives and life experiences creates a stronger and greater institution.  Although, like all other institutions, we will comply with the law, this decision does not change the fact that we remain committed to the inclusive community we continue to build.

James Gandre, President
Manhattan School of Music

Important Links

Statement from President Lola Brabham, Commission on Independent Colleges and Universities of New York:

Statement from President Ted Mitchell, American Council on Education:

Below you will find the statements released today by both Harvard University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the two defendants in the case before the Supreme Court:

Article on the decision from InsideHigherEd.com: