Abigail Fisher, a white student, has alleged that she was unfairly denied admission at the University of Texas because of her race.

BBC: US Supreme Court to hear landmark cases

The decision marks the second time the Court has agreed to hear a challenge from a Texas woman, Abigail Fisher, targeting the admissions policies at the University of Texas.

CNN: Michigan affirmative action ban upheld

Supporters of Abigail Fisher, the white student denied admission to the University of Texas, say she was the victim of a system that elevated skin color above other attributes such as grades or test scores.

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