September 29, 2006

When Seeking a Diverse Faculty, Watch Out for Legal Minefields

By PAMELA J. BERNARD

The rich learning environment so characteristic of American higher education has encouraged faculty members and students to probe the status quo, challenge facts, ponder theories, and debate controversial ideas. Not only does a diverse student body support such a learning environment — as the Supreme Court has recognized in its rulings — but faculty members with varying backgrounds and perspectives also play a key role.

If students are to become global

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