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One of Elon’s definite weaknesses is its lack of diversity. In many of my classes we’ve discussed this issue, and both students and faculty are pressing for a more diverse school. While talking with some of my black friends, they voice their concern about the small amount of African Americans at Elon, and how it affects them as a part of the race. Sometimes a student will see a Hispanic or Indian student and make a joke like, “there walks diversity at Elon.” Many students want higher diversity, and in the next few years, they might get it.

Elon’s administration is aware of the University’s cultural shortcomings, and how much they anger students. The admissions office has responded by creating a student ambassadors team, made up of minority students, to recruit high school students who are also minorities. These ambassadors also facilitate orientation weekends by having talks with minority students about opportunities for them on campus in minority clubs or sororities or fraternities. Furthermore, many students have voiced an opinion that admissions should try to go to areas that have diverse populations and promote Elon in the high schools there. Even though diversity is at a terrible low at Elon, there is indeed hope for a more diverse campus in the coming years.

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Diversity at Elon University

megan14392

'15

Psychology

0.8

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Little Diversity on Campus

It would only take you a day on campus to realize that the people at Elon are predominately white, from the North, and extremely preppy. That being said, there are minority groups represented on campus, but they just are in very small amounts. From personal experience, I can say it is extremely hard to find your niche here if you are not preppy or if you possess unique ideals, as most students here are not accepting of ideas that contrast their's. Overall, I would simply not recommend attending Elon if you are not preppy or want to go to a diverse campus.

Nov 01, 2011

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dsimmons7

'14

Psychology

2.3

C

Diversity

Ehh, Elon can do better with their diversity. Yes we have a diverse population in terms of geography, activities, clubs, religion, academics, and characters; however, what about racial diversity. I'm not talking about just bringing in more African American students, we need more ethnic groups.

Jul 27, 2011

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laurengmaynard

'11

Sport and Fitness Management

5.0

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We Are a Melting Pot

I love everyone at Elon, we are so diverse. There are students from everywhere you can think of! We all mix well and everyone is so friendly and willing to help! We have the best student body ever!

Jan 24, 2011

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