Furman President Davis, Cosby respond to SCOTUS affirmative action ruling

Local news outlets ran stories about the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling banning affirmative action. Citing Furman’s comprehensive approach to recruiting and admissions practices, Furman University President Elizabeth Davis said, in a statement, “The number of students we enroll at Furman who identify as part of an underrepresented group is growing. We remain committed to the goals of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. And we strongly believe that a diverse student body taught by a diverse faculty and supported by a diverse staff contributes to Furman’s academic excellence and our contributions to society.”

See coverage of the decision, including comments from Davis and Teresa Cosby, a professor of politics and international affairs, on WYFF News 4 (6 p.m. broadcast), WYFF News 4 (4 p.m. broadcast), and FOX Carolina (WHNS).