On the heels of the opinion handed down by the US Supreme Court on two cases concerning race-conscious admissions policies, outgoing president Clayton Rose sent a message to the Bowdoin community reiterating the College’s commitment “to build and sustain a truly diverse community where everyone has the opportunity for an equitable experience and an enduring sense of belonging.”
Rose noted that the opinion is lengthy and that it will take some time to fully understand the ramifications of the decision.
“President-elect Safa Zaki and I have discussed these cases, and we share the view that today’s decision undermines the essential work to create an educational environment and experience that prepares students for the diverse worlds of work and of informed political and social engagement.”
