Yikes, I've been hearing some wild stuff about recent developments on college campuses. Could anyone indulge me if they're knowledgeable about the most insane developments on college campuses? No idea what it's about, genuinely curious.
Sure, I can point out some of the significant changes that have taken place on college campuses recently. The broad scope of "insane developments" might include some shocking or unexpected shifts, but for clarity's sake, I'll focus on impactful and interesting changes.
1. Virtual Learning: The coronavirus pandemic prompted most college campuses to shift away from in-person lectures to online learning almost overnight. Many colleges continue to invest heavily in improving online instruction, hinting at a permanent hybrid learning model where students can choose between in-person and virtual options.
2. The SAT and ACT Changes: In the world of college admissions, both the SAT and ACT have undergone significant changes recently. For instance, the SAT moved to a digital format in 2024 and the ACT will be implementing changes from April 2025 onward, such as shortening the test and making the science section optional.
3. Test-Blind Admissions: Another major development in college admissions is the switch to test-blind policies by several major universities (such as the entire UC and CSU systems). These schools no longer consider SAT or ACT scores at all in their admissions process.
4. College Athletics Realignment: There have been some substantial shifts in athletics with universities moving to different conferences. For example, the University of Oregon, UCLA, the University of Washington, and USC switched to the Big 10 from the Pac-12.
5. Striking Down of Affirmative Action: Finally, significant national changes have influenced campus policies. The Supreme Court, in June 2023, struck down Affirmative Action, meaning colleges are no longer allowed to practice race-conscious admissions.
These are a few examples of the many changes currently taking place on college campuses. It's indeed a dynamic and evolving landscape.
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