Fisher I: Fisher v. University of Texas 2013

A case analysis following the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals’ second ruling in Fisher v. University of Texas on July 15, 2014. The decision upheld the University of Texas at Austin’s race-conscious admission policy. (2014)

Presentation designed to provide a brief overview of key practical implications of court's decision (2014)

An Access & Diversity Collaborative policy and communications guide prepared to help higher education institutions and organizations prepare for the United States Supreme Court's upcoming Fisher v. University of Texas decision. (2013)

Article from the Recruitment & Retention in Higher Education newsletter. Offers key steps for higher education institutions to consider in preparation for the outcome of Fisher v. University of Texas. (2013)

Key educational principles from amicus briefs filed in Fisher v. University of Texas. (2013)

Key steps for higher education institutions to consider in preparation for the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Fisher v. University of Texas. (2013)

Answers to key questions raised by Fisher v. University of Texas. (2013)

This guide provides higher education leaders with an analysis of the U.S. Supreme Court’s Fisher decision. It provides brief background on the case, analyzes the decision itself, and frames key takeaways and policy implications for institutions of higher education. The appendix provides a chart that compares Fisher and Grutter/Gratz on foundational principles. (2013)

An amicus brief filed by the College Board with the U.S. Supreme Court in support of the University of Texas and its defense of its admission procedures and processes consistent with the Grutter ruling in 2003. (2012)

Federal court upholds University of Texas race-conscious admissions policy as necessary and appropriate to further compelling interests associated with a diverse student body. (2012)

Presentation designed to explore the FIsher case and key issues. (2012)