Harvard's Embrace of Quotas Over Merit Exposed by Resignation
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In a startling exposé, a prominent Harvard history professor has publicly resigned, lambasting the university for its abandonment of merit in the hiring and admissions processes in favor of race-based quotas.
James Hankins, who dedicated 40 years of his life to academia at the prestigious institution, revealed alarming practices that he argues have left qualified candidates—particularly white males—out in the cold.
In a candid essay titled “Why I’m Leaving Harvard,” Hankins described a chilling encounter during the admissions review process of 2021.
He recalled a top applicant being dismissed due to the university’s new rules that prioritized diversity over excellence.
According to Hankins, a member of the admissions committee made it abundantly clear that admitting a “white male” was simply “not happening this year.”
Hankins expressed deep concern over this institutional bias, stating that it is not isolated to Harvard alone, but rather reflects a widespread “unspoken protocol” pervasive across elite universities nationwide.
This troubling trend didn't stop with admissions; Hankins noted a concerning indifference to rising antisemitism on campus, further highlighting the university's drastic departure from its foundational educational responsibilities.
He mentioned how COVID-19 protocols imposed by the university mirrored a nationwide trend towards tyrannical governance, suggesting a troubling pattern of submission to authoritarian practices, all in the name of public health.
In his resignation, Hankins poignantly argued that universities should focus on teaching the rich history of Western civilization, indicating that the neglect of such vital knowledge has serious consequences for the socialization of young Americans.
He pointed out the stark contrast in how history is taught in countries like China, where national pride is fostered, compared to America’s tendency to present Western civilization as something to be condemned.
Declaring that Harvard's decline had roots in the 1990s when the university started to embrace diversity-driven mandates, Hankins warned of the peril that awaits society when foundational principles of merit and history are cast aside.
In his view, the erosion of academic integrity at elite institutions signifies a cultural crisis that requires urgent redress.
Hankins has now chosen to continue his academic career at the University of Florida, which remains committed to classical education and the heritage of Western thought—an institution he believes will provide a fertile ground for true learning.
As America grapples with significant ideological divides, Hankins’ resignation serves as a rallying cry for those who value traditional education standards, meritocracy, and a pride in Western civilization.
His departure is a stark reminder of the profound challenges faced by educators willing to stand against the currents of political correctness and academic elitism.
Sources:
dailycaller.com
breitbart.com
cwbchicago.com
James Hankins, who dedicated 40 years of his life to academia at the prestigious institution, revealed alarming practices that he argues have left qualified candidates—particularly white males—out in the cold.
In a candid essay titled “Why I’m Leaving Harvard,” Hankins described a chilling encounter during the admissions review process of 2021.
He recalled a top applicant being dismissed due to the university’s new rules that prioritized diversity over excellence.
According to Hankins, a member of the admissions committee made it abundantly clear that admitting a “white male” was simply “not happening this year.”
Hankins expressed deep concern over this institutional bias, stating that it is not isolated to Harvard alone, but rather reflects a widespread “unspoken protocol” pervasive across elite universities nationwide.
This troubling trend didn't stop with admissions; Hankins noted a concerning indifference to rising antisemitism on campus, further highlighting the university's drastic departure from its foundational educational responsibilities.
He mentioned how COVID-19 protocols imposed by the university mirrored a nationwide trend towards tyrannical governance, suggesting a troubling pattern of submission to authoritarian practices, all in the name of public health.
In his resignation, Hankins poignantly argued that universities should focus on teaching the rich history of Western civilization, indicating that the neglect of such vital knowledge has serious consequences for the socialization of young Americans.
He pointed out the stark contrast in how history is taught in countries like China, where national pride is fostered, compared to America’s tendency to present Western civilization as something to be condemned.
Declaring that Harvard's decline had roots in the 1990s when the university started to embrace diversity-driven mandates, Hankins warned of the peril that awaits society when foundational principles of merit and history are cast aside.
In his view, the erosion of academic integrity at elite institutions signifies a cultural crisis that requires urgent redress.
Hankins has now chosen to continue his academic career at the University of Florida, which remains committed to classical education and the heritage of Western thought—an institution he believes will provide a fertile ground for true learning.
As America grapples with significant ideological divides, Hankins’ resignation serves as a rallying cry for those who value traditional education standards, meritocracy, and a pride in Western civilization.
His departure is a stark reminder of the profound challenges faced by educators willing to stand against the currents of political correctness and academic elitism.
Sources:
dailycaller.com
breitbart.com
cwbchicago.com
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