Daily Lumina News 071422

Despite efforts waged by students, lawmakers, and education reformers to end the century-old tradition of legacy admissions, very little has made a dent in the preference.
The practice of legacy admissions, however, may soon face its greatest test yet—and in a twist, its future could be tied to the future of affirmative action.

Tony Triplett says he owes two life sentences to the state of Illinois.
But on April 20, Triplett was able to experience a different reality—one that reaffirmed his self worth and celebrated his academic achievements in the Northwestern Prison Education Program.

A recent USA TODAY/Public Agenda Hidden Common Ground poll found that many Americans feel torn over a college education, grappling with how to afford it in the short term and its value in the long term.
Samantha Cortese Taunton describes how a four-year degree gave her confidence, while a trade-school education ultimately delivered her dream job.

When it comes to supporting students of color, it takes more than words and initiatives.
In this interview, Frank Harris III of San Diego State University discusses the need to create racially healthy campus cultures, plus how colleges can assess and expand services for historically underrepresented and underserved students.

In a world where higher education is crucial to good jobs and better lives, too many Americans are being left behind. But media reports suggesting students no longer value a college degree are wrong.
In reality, there is high demand and interest in higher education. But many students can neither access nor afford it. To eliminate those barriers, schools must focus on finances, comprehensive student support, and mental and emotional health.

Following the U.S. Supreme Court's move to overturn Roe v. Wade, higher education is confronting a new post-Roe reality.
Leaders from 29 women’s colleges weigh in on the reversal of Roe v. Wade and how it will affect campus communities across the country.