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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism

Admissions and Student Services

Is the Social Vulnerability Index the Missing Piece to an Inclusive Admissions Puzzle?

Sunday, July 21, 2024
11:15 AM - 11:45 AM East Coast USA Time
Location: Hynes: 311
CE: 0.50

Learning Objectives:

At the completion of this activity, participants will be able to:
  • Identify factors to consider for admissions applications reviews
  • Discuss options that give the institution more information than self-reported race or ethnicity
Supreme Court decisions regarding race in the admissions process may necessitate programs shifting their approach to application evaluations. Including whether a student comes from an area with high social vulnerability as a proxy for identifying students from medically underserved areas could be considered to enhance the holistic admissions process. This session will explore the approach of one college to include applicant-specific criteria without consideration of race to create a class diverse in backgrounds and experiences.