cap

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An editorial in the student newspaper proclaimed the cap a “crude” quota.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

The cap would effectively reset A’s to Harvard’s 2011 levels, says the proposal, which applies to the undergrad college.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

A student government survey found 94% of students oppose the A cap, fearing increased stress and competition.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

The proposal would cap the number of A’s per course at 20%, plus an additional four A’s to account for smaller courses with more variability.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Like the Astros’ cap, which Uncle Will got when he, Auntie, and Leo came to visit us in Texas.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila