Word: athleticism
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Dates: during 1980-1989
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HARVARD claims to seek diversity in its admissions, which is its reason for not admitting more bright Asian-Americans. Harvard, along with other universities, is now under investigation by the Department of Education for possible discrimination. Although Asian-Americans have higher GPAs, Harvard traditionally has said its admissions process is...
But why must athletics be an index for diversity? Do people with the ability to dribble or shoot a ball indicate a more diverse community? Diversity at Harvard should be measured the same way it is in society: by race and socioeconomic class. Athletic skill does not fall under those...
One may argue by saying that athletic skill is no different in the admission process from a special aptitude for writing or music. But Harvard is an academic institution, and people's skills ought to fit within that intellectual mission. If a student talented enough to come here happens to...
And it's no secret that athletes do have a measured advantage at the Admissions office. Such an advantage, it goes without saying, applies less to players for teams that are not as successful--or more importantly perhaps--do not pull in big contributions from wealthy alumni. Thus, one can...
So, when Friel brings his Wildcats into Briggs Athletic Center for Harvard's home opener tonight (7:30 p.m., WHRB 95.3), the Crimson knows it can't expect an easy win.