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The move, announced by the UC-wide Academic Senate’s Board of Admissions and Relations with Schools, comes amid mounting pressure from UC faculty and outside activists over the test-free approach.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

The Academic Senate makes recommendations through its Board of Admissions and Relations with Schools to UC leaders, including President James B. Milliken and the regents.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Admissions taxes from all ticketed events accounted for nearly 9% of the city’s general fund, according to budget documents.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Jennifer was a lead reporter on the Varsity Blues higher-education case and is the co-author of "Unacceptable: Privilege, Deceit & the Making of the College Admissions Scandal," published in 2020.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

“Zuri, you don't have to pretend to be someone you're not. Just be yourself. Admissions counselors really like that. You know, keep it a hundred,” Carrie says with that annoying high-pitched voice of hers.

From "Pride" by Ibi Zoboi