During the hearing, some justices asked about other programs to address diversity, such as offering significant...

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During the hearing, some justices asked about other programs to address diversity, such as offering significant financial aid or dedicated outreach to low-income students and those who would be the first generation of their family to attend college. University lawyers argued that they have tried these methods with less success than the race-conscious policies currently in use. O O Is socioeconomic status a good metric to use to achieve diversity? Why or why not? Do you think these or other race-neutral methods can ensure an effectively diverse student body? O In order to effectively ensure diversity, do you think colleges must explicitly consider race? Why or why not? During the hearing, some justices asked about other programs to address diversity, such as offering significant financial aid or dedicated outreach to low-income students and those who would be the first generation of their family to attend college. University lawyers argued that they have tried these methods with less success than the race-conscious policies currently in use. O O Is socioeconomic status a good metric to use to achieve diversity? Why or why not? Do you think these or other race-neutral methods can ensure an effectively diverse student body? O In order to effectively ensure diversity, do you think colleges must explicitly consider race? Why or why not?

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