How has the recent debate on affirmative action influenced Harvards policies and procedures?
There have been no recent changes to Harvard’s policies and procedures. Rather, we have continued an ongoing tradition of discussing these issues at various levels at the University. The University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Committee meets four times a year to discuss special initiatives, areas requiring special attention, and progress in achieving diversity. Each School and Vice President Office has one or more committees in which diversity is also discussed. Nationwide, the strong political interests surrounding affirmative action have made it difficult to engage in a rational, thoughtful analysis of the many issues related to diversity in general, and affirmative action in particular. Looking to the future, we must find ways of continuing Harvard’s commitment to equity in employment in an environment in which affirmative action policies and procedures will continue to be challenged. Racial and gender bias continue to be obstacles to achieving the most effective use of our natio
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