With better clarity, communication, and conviction, we can all move forward to dispel many of the myths surrounding admissions decisions. The establishment and articulation of admissions standards to meet the wide range of a higher education institution's interests is a critical step in establishing educationally excellent and legally sufficient admissions practices. Before talking to journalists on this subject, prepare your talking points carefully. Gather one or two key facts such as how your institution weighs various admissions criteria, and how diverse your college or university's student body is today compared to the past. Then, practice using those points to answer the questions you think you may be asked.
Preparation is the key to a good interview on a contentious issue like affirmative action.