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Chancellor McRaven's response to Supreme Court decision on Fisher case

"As many of you have heard, the Supreme Court today issued a decision in the Fisher case, ruling in favor of the University of Texas at Austin. UT Austin President Greg Fenves released the following statement in response to the ruling:

'This morning, the United States Supreme Court ruled in our favor in the case of Fisher v. The University of Texas at Austin, affirming the university's right to continue using race and ethnicity as one factor in our holistic admissions process.

'I am thrilled and gratified by today’s ruling that recognizes the constitutionality of the university’s admissions policy. The court has affirmed UT’s efforts to develop a diverse student body that brings with it educational benefits for all students. Our pursuit of excellence is grounded in the university’s public mission to provide the highest quality education for every studentDiversity is essential to carry out that mission. The educational benefits of diversity for all students enhance The University of Texas at Austin, the higher education community, and the nation.

'As I said when the Supreme Court reviewed this case last December, race continues to matter in American life. It affects individuals and communities. We must make sure all of our students are able to excel in the wider world when they leave campus — educating them in an environment as diverse as the United States is one of the most effective ways to do so.'

"As UT System chancellor, I’d like to add that I am also pleased by the Supreme Court’s ruling today. The University of Texas works hard to champion diversity at all levels, including admissions. A diverse student body provides the best possible learning environment for all students, and it is very gratifying that UT Austin’s holistic admissions policy has been affirmed. UT is an institution of public higher education, and I am proud of its commitment to student success and diversity."

- Chancellor William H. McRaven

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