I would agree with this decision ... IF diversity were not solely determined by skin color or ethnicity (or sexual orientation).
For example if a student of any race or ethnicity or sexual orientation was admitted on the basis of achievements other than academic ones, then fine ... you don’t want a university full of people who are either intelligent or simply good at taking tests.
But that is not what this is about.
“would agree with this decision ... IF diversity were not solely determined by skin color or ethnicity (or sexual orientation).”
In Texas , admissions to A&M and Texas are based an merit.
If a student black, white, brown or purple is in the top 8% of their graduating class, they will gain admission to one of those schools.
No discrimination.
Admissions are based on merit.