June 29, 2023

Today, the United States Supreme Court released its decision in Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. (SFAI) v. President and Fellows of Harvard College and SFAI v. University of North Carolina, et al. The court’s decision holds that race-conscious admissions programs at Harvard and UNC violate the equal protection clause of the 14th Amendment.

The University of Rhode Island does not consider race as a deciding factor for admission. The University is reviewing the court’s ruling for any possible influence on other existing University programs.

The court’s decision notwithstanding, the University of Rhode Island is committed to fostering an inclusive, people-centered culture. URI is—and will continue to be—an institution that values and advances diversity, equity, and inclusion; celebrates the uniqueness of its members; and cultivates a sense of community where all members find themselves included and their work valued.