Special edition: U.S. Supreme Court session concludes
LGBTQ+ rights: A statement from Chancellor DiStefano
Earlier today, the U.S. Supreme Court issued an opinion in 303 Creative LLC v. Elenis, a case that originated in Colorado at the intersection of free speech, religion and the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals.
I understand the court鈥檚 ruling may create questions or concerns within our community鈥攑articularly among LGBTQ+ students, faculty and staff鈥攁nd I worry about the broader social implications. In an already hostile climate for LGBTQ+ people, this ruling could erode nondiscrimination protections that exist to ensure all people, regardless of identity, are treated equitably.
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Earlier today, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a plan by the Department of Education to wipe thousands of dollars in student loan debt from millions of borrowers across the country, claiming the executive branch overstepped its authority in broadly canceling federal student loan debt.
鈥淎 college degree impacts more than just the graduate; it is a driver of social mobility, civic engagement and economic growth for all of American society, so I applaud recent efforts to address the burden of student loan debt,鈥� said听Chancellor DiStefano. 鈥淭oday鈥檚 ruling does not affect CU Boulder's ongoing commitment to reduce the cost of attendance, increase financial predictability for students and families, and improve access and affordability.鈥�
Read the full statement on access and affordability.
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