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Duquesne is home to students from a variety of backgrounds, nationalities, ethnicities, and religions. Presently, the University claims to have students from over 100 countries. For example, many students have noted the large number of Puerto Rican students on campus. Duquesne’s African American population, while still in the minority, is on the rise. Though students from a wide range of religions attend this university, the most popular religion found here, not surprisingly, is Catholicism. Most students agree on the lack of economic diversity at Duquesne. Considering the ever-rising cost of tuition here, most students come from middle- to upper-class backgrounds. The issue of diversity brings out a mixed reaction among Duquesne’s students. Some feel the campus is diverse, but others feel it is simply a rich white school. However, the large international student body routinely expresses its appreciation of the welcoming atmosphere here. Little homosexual persecution exists among the students, though most homosexuals are not open about their sexual preferences. Finally, economic diversity—or the lack thereof—represents the most notable diversity issue among the student body. The majority of students here come from an upper-middle-class upbringing, so some tension may exist for those students of lesser financial backgrounds. For the most part, however, Duquesne’s students display tolerance and acceptance of their classmates, regardless of their ethnic, religious, economic, or sexual backgrounds.
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Anonymous says:  |
Over the past few years, Duquesne...
Over the past few years, Duquesne seems to have been making an effort to diversify their campus. I think this is critical in providing a well-rounded university atmosphere. That being said, the campus is mostly white with a strong upper-middle-class background—no surprise there; Duquesne’s expensive! This isn’t a huge issue, but students coming here on financial aid may sometimes feel intimidated. A-Walk often turns into a fashion runway of sorts. I just ignore students who are stuck on themselves and how much their parents make. |
Anonymous says: |
It’s somewhat diverse, but not...
It’s somewhat diverse, but not extremely. There are some colleges close to Duquesne, such as Carnegie Mellon, which are known for their diversity, but Duquesne is rather tame in that respect. |
Anonymous says: |
Seems like everyone’s from...
Seems like everyone’s from Pittsburgh. Don’t ask for a soda—they’ll force you to call it a pop. It can be annoying. |
Anonymous says: |
Being an international student, I...
Being an international student, I would say this campus is quite diverse. The people here are welcoming. |
Anonymous says: |
I think it just depends on your...
I think it just depends on your perspective. For someone coming from an upper-middle-class mostly white high school, Duquesne definitely seems diverse. For someone who spends most of their time at Pitt or La Roche, schools widely known for their diversity, this campus isn’t diverse at all. Personally, I find Duquesne much more diverse than my old high school, but I wouldn’t make a fuss over it. |
FactsEconomic Status
An upper-middle-class background is most prevalent among Duquesne students.
Gay Pride
Minimal-the first gay-straight alliance was formed in the winter of 2005; however, student support is not 100 percent.
Minority Clubs
There is a Black Student Union and International Student Organization. Both have a strong following and host numerous events through the school year.
Most Common Religions
Christianity, and more specifically, Catholicism, is most prevalent. This is not surprising, as Duquesne is a Catholic university. There is also a small Jewish population.
Political Activity
Students are somewhat vocal and engage in debates in classes that cover political themes. There seems to be an even split between conservatism and liberalism. Student Government has a moderate presence on campus.
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