Spirited Discussion Leads to Positive Change

A spirited discussion is taking place on the Wall Street Journal Opinion page, and it’s leading to positive change. Nearly 400 comments have been posted in response to an op/ed about a mistake made by Brown University. The university recently labeled South Asian communities as “caste-based” in one of their admissions policies, which was met with criticism from many people. The discussion has brought together people from all walks of life who are passionate about making sure that this kind of mistake doesn’t happen again. It has been encouraging to see non-South Asians join the conversation and offer clear thinking insights into how we can prevent similar mistakes from happening in the future. The discussion has also sparked a larger conversation about diversity and inclusion in higher education institutions across the country. Many participants have shared stories of their own experiences with racism and discrimination at universities, as well as ideas for how these issues can be addressed more effectively. It is heartening to see so many people coming together to create positive change through dialogue and collaboration. This spirited discussion is a reminder that even small conversations can lead to big changes if we come together with open minds and hearts.