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Title: Beyond the Bans: How Legal and Policy Changes Limiting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Practices Compromise Student Opportunity. IDRA Research Brief
Language: English
Authors: Chloe Latham Sikes, Adiba Chowdhury, Intercultural Development Research Association (IDRA)
Source: Intercultural Development Research Association. 2026.
Availability: Intercultural Development Research Association. 5835 Callaghan Road Suite 350, San Antonio, TX 78228-1190. Tel: 210-444-1710; Fax: 210-444-1714; Web site: http://www.idra.org
Peer Reviewed: N
Page Count: 13
Publication Date: 2026
Sponsoring Agency: Greater Texas Foundation (GTF)
Document Type: Reports - Research
Education Level: Postsecondary Education
Higher Education
Descriptors: Diversity Equity and Inclusion, Barriers, Access to Education, Postsecondary Education, Racial Differences, Educational Policy, Minority Group Students, LGBTQ People, Social Bias, Racism, Advanced Placement, Low Income Students, Affirmative Action, Court Litigation, College Admission, State Legislation
Laws, Policies and Program Identifiers: Grutter et al v Bollinger et al, Fisher v University of Texas at Austin, Hopwood v Texas
Abstract: Diversity, equity and inclusion policies arose following civil rights litigation and legislation in the 20th century to open doors to college for students who had been excluded through discriminatory practices. Yet in recent years, a wave of legal and policy changes across the United States has restricted initiatives to promote diversity, equity and inclusion in higher education. This research brief examines evidence on barriers to college access for students across racial groups and analyzes current legal and policy changes nationally and in Texas. Research suggests that recent policy changes have disrupted efforts to improve Texas students' access to and readiness for college, particularly for Black, Latino, Indigenous, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer+ (LGBTQ+) students and those with limited means who continue to face systemic barriers.
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