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According to the statistics, the majority of the Boston University population is made up of white, middle- to upper-class students. Nevertheless, many students report a large amount of personal exposure to minority groups on campus, which may be due to the size of the University, where even small percentages of students may seem like a whole lot of people. Depending on your classes, participation in campus events, and choice of social scene, you may or may not feel the effects of the comparatively low percentages of minority groups. BU has a good reputation established in other parts of the world, so there are a large number of European students who attend BU, many of whom flock to the School of Management (SMG). Many of these individuals are found lining the perimeter of this building on any given day, clad in Gucci and D&G, smoking Marlboro Menthol 100s, and leaning against a newly waxed BMW—corporate America’s young hopefuls. Students Speak Out
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BUSR says: Boston University 2010 Psychology  |
There are the people who can own a...
There are the people who can own a small island, and the people who have to work their way through college. You get used to it. There's a huge variety of ethnicity, and there's a lot of student organizations and activities to find out about them. It tends to be a pretty liberal campus, though.
Diversity: March 16, 2009
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BURN says: Boston University 2010 Other |
I would say that Boston University...
I would say that Boston University is fairly diverse. There are people of many different ethnicities who attend BU. However, I would have to say that a large percentage of the students are of middle- to upper-middle class. Also, most are liberal. There are very few Republicans on campus and this is fine, but it also limits the diversity of views. Sex-wise, there are more females than males, and there are always more girls than guys in my classes. I am fine with this, but I wonder how the guys feel.
Diversity: February 26, 2009
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BUNN says: Boston University 2013 Psychology |
Compared to other schools in the...
Compared to other schools in the area, I would say that Boston University is diverse ethnically, but I still feel that minorities are under-represented and the admissions office should really try to boost minority admissions. I wouldn't say BU is as diverse economically because the university doesn't offer as much financial aid as it should, so I'd say the majority of the students are well off. Ideologically and politically, BU is very liberal, and I'd say that while expression of thought and opinion is diverse, overall, the University has a very liberal image.
Diversity: February 25, 2009
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BUJC says: Boston University 2013 Social Sciences |
I'd say it's the most diverse...
I'd say it's the most diverse campus in the city. I have friends from a lot of states and know a bunch of international students from Dubai to Saudi Arabia to Australia.
Diversity: February 23, 2009
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BUYH says: Boston University 2010 Business |
The campus is making strides in...
The campus is making strides in ethnic diversity. We still have a long way to go in terms of acquiring large numbers of under-represented minorities. I find that BU is more diverse internationally than ethnically. Politically, there are numerous views, as well as sexually and ideologically.
Diversity: February 20, 2009
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Boston University? FactsEconomic Status
BU students span a wide range of economic backgrounds. However, the majority of students are middle- to upper-class.
Gay Pride
BU has been in the spotlight for the surprisingly conservative views of the administration. While no student group within the University at the college level of education has been abolished, the gay activist group at the BU Academy (a high-school functioning under BU’s administration—a breeding ground for potential applicants), was banned from operation in several years ago. According to former BU President John Silber, these students were simply “too young” to explore any sexuality, let alone of the gay variety. This move brought a lot of negative attention to the University, and a gay professor in the Physical Education department resigned in protest of the ban. In general, however, there sometimes seem to be more gay men on campus than straight ones. The lesbian scene is slightly more concealed but definitely prevalent. Boston tends to be extremely tolerant to all forms of sexuality.
Minority Clubs on Campus
There is a club or organization working to represent nearly every minority that is found on campus. While some are certainly more visible than others, the amount of activity is the result of the effort put forth by the members of the individual group. Due to the size of the University, there is literally something for everyone.
Most Common Religions
Catholicism is the most prevalent religion on campus. There are also quite a few Protestants, Jews, and students who claim no religious affiliation.
Political Activity
Political groups on campus tend to be more prevalent on campus during times of political distress in the world. While the student body is largely liberal, with a strong Democratic college chapter, there is an equally prevalent Republican college chapter on campus. BU also has many active political organizations that cover a wide range of issues including the ACLU, the Darfur Coalition and a newly formed Women’s Center.
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