The dean of the University of Pennsylvania Law School has publicly condemned one of the school’s professors after she made controversial remarks about Asian Americans. The professor, in a recent lecture, suggested that the U.S. would be “better off with fewer Asians,” sparking outrage from students, faculty, and the broader academic community. In a strongly worded statement, the dean called the comments “anti-intellectual and racist,” and emphasized the law school’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
The comments have reignited debates about racism in academia, particularly towards Asian Americans who have faced increased discrimination in recent years. Many students have called for the professor’s removal, while others are demanding a broader review of faculty members’ views on race and inclusion. The incident also highlights the growing racial tensions on college campuses across the U.S., as universities struggle to address issues of systemic racism.
