<p>Hmm…I don’t believe that the general sentiment is against those of underrepresented minorities or that those said minorities were accepted to prestigious universities. Many of them most definitely deserved their admissions and should be proud of their accomplishments. What’s being fundamentally attacked is that apparent boost that seems to augment URM applications. Essentially, some applicants, based on their race alone, are being given that advantage which is in turn considered unfair. Note that this isn’t a socioeconomic affirmative action policy, but one based on ethnic grounds. As an admit, I still feel that such systems of selectivity, although formed in best interests, antagonize students of different races, but also devalue the very URMS who receive the so-called boost. I know personally (and regrettably) that when I see an African American (or [insert URM]) at an elite school, the thought of the “diversity admit” quickly flashes through my mind. Without even taking into account the academic record or extracurriculars of that person, I make a bigoted generalization that leaves not only me ashamed, but keeps those admits in doubt of their own qualifications. And when it boils down to it, I honestly understand the anger and controversy spawned by affirmative action and that it does pose some very real world problems for prospective university students, ORM and URM.</p>