BACK TO SCHOOL: MIT's disappearing Black student population, Affirmative Action, and sea changes in higher ed

The podcast kicks off with a discussion on whether college students are treated like adults or infantilized. It dives into alarming statistics about MIT's declining Black enrollment after recent affirmative action changes. The speakers critique university admissions policies and emphasize the need for authentically inclusive education. They also touch on the tensions surrounding student protests and the role of AI in academic integrity, questioning how these advancements will reshape higher learning and student experiences.