Ep 206: Ending Legacy Admissions; Black History Month ideas for teachers

This week, Ryan talks about the legislative landscape as some lawmakers push for a ban on college admissions preferences for "legacies"—students with familial ties to alumni or donors of the institution. Sarah talks about resources available to commemorate Black History Month, encouraging everyone to engage in research to further amplify their understanding of this significant cultural celebration. Tune in!  Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed. Articles:https://asalh.org/festival/ https://thenewtropic.com/miami-floridas-black-history/ https://www.miamiandbeaches.com/things-to-do/history-and-heritage/miamis-african-american-caribbean https://www.the74million.org/article/virginia-dems-call-for-immediate-ban-on-legacy-admissions/Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair) Producer: Ross Ulysse