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By looking solely at the numbers, DePauw can appear whiter than a polar bear on an ice cap, but the diversity presence on campus is stronger than it appears. Students come from all over the country and world (41 states and 20 countries), and offer a range of views and experiences. DePauw has also been noted nationally for its initiatives with the Posse Foundation Program, which offers educational opportunities to successful public high school students that may have not otherwise been given the advantage of a university education. Since 1996, DePauw has sponsored two multi-cultural groups of 10 high school seniors from both Chicago and New York. Campus groups, such as the Committee for Latino Concerns and Association for African American Students, also have a strong voice on campus which advocates for, and advances the positions of, DePauw’s minorities. Although the University has made strides in attracting diverse students and appealing to many backgrounds, the largest burden lies on the students to unite on campus. Students often get very involved in clubs or Greek living units, which can limit the opportunities to mingle with diverse students. Students Speak Out
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DePauw recruits students from all...
DePauw recruits students from all over world, ranging from Granville, Ohio to Pakistan. |
DPU2012 says: DePauw University 2016 Psychology |
It's not very diverse racially,...
It's not very diverse racially, but the financial diversity is much greater than it's given credit. Most students are on financial aid of varying degrees.
Diversity: April 13, 2009
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The campus grows more diverse each...
The campus grows more diverse each year. There are many nationalities and minorities represented on campus, as well as a large number of events to make students aware of diversity affecting their lives. |
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We have some diversity, but the...
We have some diversity, but the diverse units do not really interact with each other. |
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Somewhat diverse, but DePauw is...
Somewhat diverse, but DePauw is more diverse each year. |
FactsEconomic Status
Most DePauw students come from rather well-off families, the majority range from wealthy to financially secure. The scholarship opportunities (both merit and need-based) are abundant, allowing many students without the financial means to attend DePauw. On campus, there is little discussion of economic status on the part of the haves and the have-nots. It is generally assumed that if you are here, you have at least some money backing your name.
Gay Pride
The campus is relatively open to gay and lesbian students. Student organizations, such as United DePauw and the Forum of LGBT (lesbian, gay, bi, and transgender), are a large and vocal presence on campus. Their image on campus has gotten much more prominent in recent years, with large Coming Out Week displays and many campus-wide activities.
Minority Clubs
Association of African-American Students, Association of Students Interested in Asia (ASIA), Committee for Latino Concerns, Feminist Majority Leadership Alliance, International Student Association, Men of Excellence in Cross Cultural Alliance (MECCA), Rede: Student Pagan Alliance, United DePauw
Most Common Religions
Protestant and Catholic
Political Activity
Most students are politically conservative, yet more socially liberal. The faculty tends to be more politically liberal. Groups such as College Republicans and College Democrats have begun to take a larger and more vocal role on campus within recent years.
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