Sweet Briar’s Policy Change: The Impact on Transgender and Nonbinary Students

This week on The Cardinal: News of Virginia, host Dutchie Jessee sits down with Cardinal News education reporter Lisa Rowan to unpack Sweet Briar College’s newly updated admissions policy. The historically women’s college has clarified its stance on who can apply, particularly when it comes to transgender and nonbinary students. What does this mean for the school’s identity, prospective students, and the broader conversation about gender in higher education? Lisa breaks down the details of the policy change, reactions from the Sweet Briar community, and how it compares to admissions policies at other women’s colleges. Tune in for an insightful discussion on tradition, inclusion, and the evolving landscape of college admissions in Virginia.