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The Chapman student body tends to be fairly homogenous. Most students are wealthy, Caucasian, and Christian—but, this doesn't mean they aren't welcoming to students from different backgrounds. There is no discrimination on campus, and students always support one another in raising awareness about different religions, lifestyles, and ethnicities. Students can always find others with similar belief systems by joining any of the cultural and religious clubs on campus. However, many of these clubs don't have a large presence on campus.
There are many international students on campus, most of whom are film majors studying at Dodge College. Most international students are from Europe and tend to stick together, but American students love to meet them and learn about different cultures. The lack of diversity on such a small campus can get tiring sometimes because students often hang out in the same group, but everyone is so open and accepting that it's easy to approach someone new.
groyce26
Communications '15
Diversity? Is This a Joke?
If you aren't white and rich, you are obviously a visitor.. The only people here are white people with a lot of money. Very pretentious and stuck up.
Apr 01, 2012
hvally34
Creative Writing '15
Mostly White People
There are basically only two majorities of race at the school, which is white and asian. Mostly the asian kids all hang out together and then the other races mix in with the white people
Mar 29, 2012
cy888
Education '15
Its the OC What Do You Expect?
LOTS of white students but very accepting of other races and religions.
Dec 31, 2011
Chapman's Queer Straight Alliance has a large presence on campus and puts on many events throughout the year to bring awareness to the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgendered community. Some of its most successful events include the Day of Silence and Gay Pride Week. Chapman students are very welcoming to all students and support one another.
For the most part, out-of-state students tend to lean to the left, while Southern Californian students lean to the right. There are two political clubs on campus, the College Democrats and the College Republicans, that inform students during elections and promote political awareness.
Chapman students come from a range of economic backgrounds. Most either receive a large scholarship from Chapman or have their tuition paid by their parents. There is also a handful of students who are supporting themselves while in college. There is little to no value placed on economic standing between students, and it is rarely discussed.
The two biggest religions on campus are Judaism and Christianity, specifically Disciples of Christ. Hillel, the Jewish club, hosts weekly Shabbat services and dinners. The Disciples of Christ group puts on many religious activities and services.
Chapman offers a variety of multicultural clubs—examples include the Black Student Union, the Asian Pacific Student Association, International Student Organization, and Pua'ikeana (a Hawaiian club)—but they aren't very involved on campus. They don't put on any campus-wide events, but they sometimes partner up with other clubs to offer support.
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