MIT's first freshman class since the Supreme Court's affirmative-action ban is unmistakably less diverse.

The article discusses the impact of the Supreme Court's decision to ban affirmative action on the admissions process at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). The incoming class of 2028 shows a significant decrease in the percentage of Black, Hispanic, Native American, or Pacific Islander students, dropping to just over 17%, a decline of nearly 15% from previous years. In contrast, Asian student enrollment increased from 41% to 47%. MIT's leadership acknowledges the loss of racial and ethnic diversity as a consequence of the ruling, while proponents of the decision argue it ensures admissions are based solely on merit. The article highlights ongoing concerns about racial inequalities in education, particularly in STEM fields. [Extracted from the article]