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Clark University - Diversity - Diversity - College ProwlerCollege Prowler3.85

Diversity

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Quick Stats

African American 2%
Asian American 5%
Hispanic 3%
International 8%
Native American 0%
White 67%
Unknown 16%
Historically Black College/University? No
Tribal College? No
Out-of-State Students 65%
Common States of Residence
  • Connecticut
  • Foreign countries
  • Maine
  • New Hampshire
  • New York
Student Age Breakdown Under 18: 1%
18-19: 32%
20-21: 33%
22-24: 19%
25+: 14%
Female Faculty 44%
Male Faculty 56%
Faculty Diversity African American: 3%
Asian American: 11%
Hispanic: 4%
International: 5%
Native American: 0%
White: 77%
Unknown: 0%

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

If you were to visit Clark, you would hear talk of diversity coming from the mouths of every tour guide or administrator you spoke to. Diversity is one of Clark’s largest selling points, and it does attract a large number of prospective students looking to broaden their view of the world. However, some students are disappointed when they arrive on campus to find that many people remain very inclusive and make little effort to reach out to those outside of their own social or racial group. Yet, other students are delighted to be in the very tolerant and diverse atmosphere that Clark provides. Those students find that if you make the effort, then you will find yourself on the receiving end of many educational and enlightening cultural experiences.

Although the statistics don’t report outstandingly high percentages of ethnic differences, Clark’s diversity also hinges on the social, economic, and religious variations of its students. As far as Americans go, Clark draws in students from all over the country. Freshmen from the Northeast are often surprised to find how many students from California, Alaska, and Hawaii are among their ranks. Also, the general statistics on diversity only tell a part of the picture. Many students who identify themselves as white on paper are from places all over the globe. This is most apparent during the yearly International Gala event in which members of the Clark community come together to demonstrate a little slice of their heritage. In the same vein, Clark’s minority groups have a strong presence on campus and make large strides in breaking the apathy and integrating the whole student body.

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Diversity at Clark University

vikavia

International Studies '13

1.2
D

Where Is the Diversity?

Although Clark always emphasizes their "diverse background of students" the diversity the University is referring to is not race. There is a large population of International students that attend Clark, however international students of color are not the same as domestic students. The ALANA (African descent, Latino /a, Asian, and Native American) population is very small, I believe under 8% which is shameful for a University located in an urban area. There are amazing people at Clark, the majority of who are warm and friendly people, but the University lacks domestic diversity, and that is why I would grade Clark with a D.

Apr 29, 2011

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Diversity at Clark University

OliviaM47

Psychology '13

3.1
B-

Technically Diverse, but Really Just Massachusetts

Clark likes to brag about it's diversity but it is only diverse in the sense that they accept a slightly larger percentage of international students than some other schools. True, there are a handful of international students. But the majority of the people I meet here are either from Massachusetts or sometimes Maine. I came to this school because I thought the diversity would create a great atmosphere that reminded me of my home in NYC. But in reality, it's just a majority of suburban white kids. Maybe I'm just not used to the lack of diversity in the rest of the US but I feel cheated of my daily dose of diversity.

Jan 14, 2011

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Diversity at Clark University

laki89

Psychology '12

3.8
B+

Clark Spends So Much Money Trying to Be Diverse

therefore, we have diversity! Clarkies are also very open to different religions, ethnicities and sexual orientations. However, most of the student body has a liberal mindset.

Aug 03, 2010

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User rating for Clark University - Diversity is 3.5 out of 5 based on 24 user reviews.

Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

How diverse is the student body in the following areas?

How diverse is your personal circle of friends in the following areas?

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

How would you best describe your personal political beliefs?

How would you best describe the political beliefs of campus as a whole?

Facts

Gay Pride

Clark is very tolerant of gay students and has student groups such as GLBTA that promote acceptance throughout the campus. However, as accepting as Clark is, the gay population on campus is not very sizeable.

Political Activity

Clarkies tend to be fairly socially and politically liberal. There is a noticeable activist community, yet the larger portion of the student body remains aware but generally apathetic. Since the recent election, Clark students have been more politically active and outspoken. There are also many groups on campus that are related to Politics.

Economic Status

There is a wide range of variation between the economic backgrounds of Clark students. However, Clark provides excellent financial aid packages to many students, so chances are that differences between economic strata are not likely to be noticed.

Most Common Religions

Catholics, Muslims, Pagans, and all types of religions are represented at Clark through the student body and in various student groups. However, the Jewish religion is the most noticeable religion on campus. This may be due in part to the fact that Clark Hillel is one of the largest and most active student groups on campus. As for religious tolerance, everyone seems to accept everyone else regardless of their affiliation.

Minority Clubs on Campus

The minority clubs are some of the most active and noticeable groups on campus. The Asian Society, Black Student Union, and Caribbean African Student Association are consistently hosting events, both large and small, that can be celebrations of culture or just for fun. They are also an archetype for racial tolerance and equality in and of themselves as they co-sponsor many of each other’s events throughout the year.

Did You Know? Instead of "multiculturalism," Clark uses the term "interculturalism," which includes factors such as age, ability, religion, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and the place you call home.

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