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Chicago Sun-Times
Chicago Sun-Times
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Lisa Philip | WBEZ

Western Illinois University revokes, then reinstates scholarships for students of color

Demonstrators protest outside of the Supreme Court in Washington, Thursday, June 29, 2023, after the Supreme Court struck down affirmative action in college admissions, saying race cannot be a factor. Education experts have been urging institutions to exercise caution as they respond to the ruling. (Jose Luis Magana/AP file)

It’s been four weeks since the Supreme Court issued its ruling striking down race-conscious college admissions policies and the local fallout has already begun.

Earlier this month Western Illinois University leaders said they ended a scholarship for students of color to comply with the decision. Then, just as quickly, the school announced this week it was reinstating the scholarship.

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