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Hello everyone, Below is a statement from CASE on the U.S. college
admissions scandal and Sen. Ron Wyden's proposal to eliminate the
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Hello everyone,
Below is a statement from CASE on the U.S. college admissions scandal and
Sen. Ron Wyden's proposal to eliminate the charitable deduction for
donations made to colleges and universities before or during the enrollment
of children of the donor's family. We will continue to post updates on this
proposal as we learn more.
Thanks,
Brian
*CASE Statement on College Admissions Scandal and Sen. Wyden Proposal
(bit.ly/2W0kVV6 <https://bit.ly/2W0kVV6>) *
*We at the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) are
deeply troubled by the allegations of illegal and immoral conduct of those
identified in the Department of Justice investigation of the admissions
process. We strongly condemn the activities of those who are alleged to
have participated in these schemes. Access to higher education is both a
right and a privilege, and a college degree has for generations opened the
door to a meaningful and productive life for countless students of all
socioeconomic backgrounds. The Department of Justice is right to prosecute
these alleged crimes.*
*Moreover, these reprehensible schemes unfortunately contribute to
increased skepticism and negativity regarding colleges and universities,
despite the immense contribution made by the sector to the United States
and the world. If people believe that the admissions process is fixed, that
effort and merit and will-to-succeed can be thwarted by people who cheat
the system, then harm is done to both the education sector and to civic
trust, and most importantly to the students pursuing their dreams of a
higher education. At CASE, we are committed to advancing education to
transform lives and society, and that requires a belief among students and
parents that the playing field is level and that personal and social
progress are within reach for those willing to work hard to achieve it.*
*In response to the DOJ investigation, Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) has
announced his intention to introduce legislation that would eliminate the
charitable deduction for donations to colleges and universities made
"before or during the enrollment of children of the donor's family." Such a
drastic proposal is misguided and would be detrimental to institutions that
rely on philanthropic support. Charitable investments that fund
scholarships and fellowships help increase access for students from
underserved communities or those who are without the means to pay for
college. We should be supporting policies that encourage individuals to
continue making such gifts. Senator Wyden's proposal would do the opposite
- it would discourage giving while hurting students and others who benefit
from philanthropy.*
*Our universities are also victimized by these allegations. The actions of
a handful of individuals should not sully the thoughtful and principled
work of admissions and advancement professionals who work hard every day to
sustain the quality and integrity of their institutions.*
*CASE will continue to espouse ethical behavior in the thousands of
institutions we serve, while working to ensure that tax policy continues to
encourage philanthropy that supports students, faculty, facilities, and
academic programs in our colleges and universities.*
<https://bit.ly/2W0kVV6>
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Brian Flahaven
Senior Director for Advocacy
Council for Advancement and Support of Education
Washington DC
(202) 478-5617
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