"It Could Be Disastrous for the Long-Term Viability of the System"

"But UC San Diego history professor Daniel Widener, who heads that campus' African American studies program, is among those who oppose any significant increase in non-resident enrollment at UC. Widener says the plan could spark political controversy and result in lower state funding and alumni support for the university.
"In addition, the professor said, UC's recruiting effort would be better aimed at trying to find talented Californians, especially from low-income households and minority families."

Larry Gordon in the Los Angeles Times reports on the University of California's efforts to recruit out-of-state students.