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California State University - Northridge - Diversity - Diversity - College ProwlerCollege Prowler4.62

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Quick Stats

African American 9%
Asian American 13%
Hispanic 29%
International 6%
Native American 0%
White 30%
Unknown 13%
Historically Black College/University? No
Tribal College? No
Out-of-State Students 3%
Common States of Residence
  • Foreign countries
  • Hawaii
  • Illinois
  • New Jersey
  • Oregon
Student Age Breakdown Under 18: 0%
18-19: 29%
20-21: 25%
22-24: 27%
25+: 19%
Female Faculty 46%
Male Faculty 54%
Faculty Diversity African American: 7%
Asian American: 12%
Hispanic: 12%
International: 0%
Native American: 1%
White: 67%
Unknown: 2%

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

On an any given day at CSUN, you might see an Asian American club fair, a Capoeira demonstration, a political group handing out flyers, a MEChA or CAUSA protest, a same-sex marriage on the lawn, a memorial of the Armenian genocide, or a number of other activities that indicate the high level of diversity at CSUN. Although Caucasian people make up the largest percentage at the school, that number has been growing smaller each year. The diversity at CSUN reflects the diversity of the valley and Los Angeles, and the greater part of the student body are clear that they enjoy learning and spending time in such a dynamic, ever-changing place. Professors also impart this attitude by openly embracing issues of diversity in their curriculum.

Tolerance is so high at CSUN that hate crimes and intolerant graffiti are unheard of. In fact, Los Angeles is home to the Museum of Tolerance and the Skirball Cultural Center, two foundations dedicated to the preservation of openness and diversity. Many students are changed by their experiences at CSUN because they are able to befriend people or join groups that help them affirm their own cultural identity and celebrate the differences between all types of people. The cultural clubs are very active and make themselves known through fundraisers, demonstrations, rallies, memorials, or pamphlets. Although some ethnic groups tend to segregate themselves, you will find that most everyone will open up.

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Diversity at California State University - Northridge

akeishan

Journalism '14

5.0
A+

Huge Melting Pot

My campus is a huge melting pot. The saying is often used to describe the United States of America with it's diverse cultures and different ethnic backgrounds, and it can also be used to identify the campus of California State University, Northridge. I love and respect different cultures and people, which is why I love my school.

May 26, 2012

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Diversity at California State University - Northridge

gianlucca

Spanish Language and Literature '12

1.2
D

Diversity at CSUN Is Not Acceptable

There are many challenges that CSUN students are facing. Fees are increasing every semester. Many friends decided to not go college this year and save money. CSUN students come from different races, but the Latino and Black CSUN students are not enrolling in classes they need due to cost of attendance and living expenses. Im a Latino, and I need three more units to graduate from CSUN, but I dont have money nor help to achieve my goal.

Apr 22, 2012

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laditrix818

Theatre Design '13

5.0
A+

Rainbow Campus

No, not rainbow as in queer, rainbow as in many different colors (ethnicities/races). CSUN is a very diverse campus. There is a little bit of everything here at CSUN. I don't know about everyone, but as a whole, the campus is very supportive and accepting of people who come from different backgrounds, cultures, and religions. We have clubs and organizations that can accommodate anyone. If we don't have what you're looking for, make your own club. it's that simple.

Apr 10, 2012

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User rating for California State University - Northridge - Diversity is 4.6 out of 5 based on 40 user reviews.

Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

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How accepting is the campus community as a whole toward someone who falls into the minority (ethnic, sexual, or religious)?

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Facts

Gay Pride

CSUN has a very relaxed vibe. This makes CSUN a very tolerant atmosphere where you will find all types of people comfortable with who they are, including people who are gay, bisexual, transgendered, or just metrosexual. The LGBTA is one organization where people of all different types of sexual preference congregate. Upon occasion, you might even see a gay marriage taking place on the fields of the campus.

Political Activity

Although many students at CSUN are apathetic, you can usually find a political group assembling on campus to have a protest, make people aware of their cause, or promote a political speaker coming to the campus.

Most Common Religions

Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Catholicism, Judaism

Minority Clubs on Campus

American Indian Student Association, Armenian Student Association, Black Student Union, Central American United Students Association, Filipino American Student Association, Japanese Student Association, Latino Business Association, Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Alliance, Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano de Atzlan, Muslim Student Association, Vietnamese Student Association

Did You Know?
  • Cal State Northridge has one the largest populations of deaf students in the country, and the University was among the first schools in the nation to mainstream deaf students by providing support services and translators in classrooms.
  • The library at Cal State Northridge has one of the largest compilations on human sexuality in the nation

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