The University of California suspended a planned admissions-policy review tied to whether to restore standardized testing. The UC academic senate advisory board had planned a comprehensive review timeline into mid-2027, but members voted to withdraw that evaluation plan, prompting faculty and student debate. UC leaders signaled the system board and senate will continue a broader, evidence-based review of admissions practices during the coming year, with board chair Maria Anguiano characterizing testing assessment as a “major focus.” The move underscores ongoing uncertainty across selective public systems as test-optional policies mature post-pandemic. For admissions offices, the suspended review adds another iteration to the planning cycle—impacting communications to applicants, counselor guidance, and institutional readiness for potential policy changes.