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Division J Vice Presidential Session: Planning for 2030: Critical Tensions and Postsecondary Possibilities with OMB’s Racial/Ethnic Classification Revisions

Sat, April 26, 9:50 to 11:20am MDT (9:50 to 11:20am MDT), The Colorado Convention Center, Floor: Meeting Room Level, Room 111

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This symposium critically examines the implications of the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) revisions to racial and ethnic categories for the 2030 Census within the context of educational research and policy. These revisions have significant repercussions, potentially redefining how student outcome gaps are measured and raising concerns about the erasure of diverse identities. Scholars will discuss tensions surrounding data integrity amidst these changes and the methodological shifts necessary to adapt to new standards. Moreover, the symposium aims to deepen understanding of educational disparities and the challenges in supporting marginalized communities under the revised guidelines. Ultimately, it seeks to foster a robust dialogue on how postsecondary educational researchers can effectively navigate and respond to these forthcoming OMB revisions.

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