The Impact of Affirmative Action on Student Diversity and Equality

Following a Supreme Court ruling that struck down affirmative action for college admissions, there is a focus on the diversity of student populations at Arizona's public universities. Data from the Arizona Board of Regents shows that Arizona State University (ASU), Northern Arizona University (NAU), and the University of Arizona (UArizona) have varying levels of diversity compared to the state's population. ASU has a higher proportion of Asian and Black students, while NAU has a higher proportion of White and multiracial students. UArizona has a higher proportion of Asian students. When compared to other universities, ASU has a lower proportion of Hispanic and Native American students, while NAU has a lower proportion of Hispanic, Black, and Native American students. UArizona has a lower proportion of Hispanic, White, and Native American students. University officials emphasize their commitment to diversity and equitable access to education.