California Bill Would Recognize Colleges and Universities Enrolling Black Students

A California bill would establish a category to recognize colleges and universities that serve and provide support for black and African American students. State Senate Bill 1348, introduced by Sen. Steven Bradford, would create criteria for institutions to receive a “Black-Serving Institution” designation, including setting enrollment thresholds for such students, requiring African American studies programs and offering black student success programs and support services. The bill passed the Senate Education and Appropriations committees and unanimously passed the Senate floor May 23. It has now been sent to the California State Assembly, where it is currently waiting to be assigned a committee for hearing....