What's Next after Affirmative Action for College Admissions?

In the wake of the Supreme Court's decision to terminate race-conscious admissions programs, colleges and universities are actively seeking new ways to foster diversity on campus. Join us for a conversation about the consequences of the Supreme Court's affirmative action ruling and how policymakers can improve equitable access to higher education.

This event will feature remarks from Sherry Glied, Dean of NYU Wagner, and Mark Zuckerman, President of The Century Foundation, as well as insights from distinguished speakers.

Speakers

Tressie McMillan Cottom, Professor at UNC Chapel Hill, Columnist at The New York Times, and 2020 MacArthur Fellow 

Zakiya Smith Ellis, Principal, Education Counsel 

Damon Hewitt, President and Executive Director, Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law

John B. King, Jr., Chancellor, State University of New York (SUNY)
 

Moderator

Denise A. Smith, Deputy Director and Senior Fellow, The Century Foundation

Please note that the speaker line-up, as of October 31, is subject to change without prior notice.