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In terms of race, economics, and politics, the Goucher student body is not very diverse—the majority of students are white, upper-middle-class liberals. Goucher tries to hide its lack of racial diversity from prospective students by using pictures of minority students in its brochures and Web site, even though many of the minority students in these pictures graduated several years ago. Compared to other areas in Baltimore, though, Goucher does have some religious diversity due to the large Jewish population on campus. The student population is also diverse in terms of personality, geographic background, and sexuality. Goucher does an excellent job of making sure people of all types feel welcome on campus. The importance of appreciating and accepting diversity is preached from every corner. There are regular diversity discussions on race, religion, and sexuality, and student minority clubs sponsor several cultural programs and events. There have been a few hate incidents in past years involving vandalism and derogatory comments about homosexuality and Judaism, and students were shocked and angered when these incidents came to light. Goucher students have no tolerance for discrimination and hate. Getting through each incident as a cohesive campus brought the community closer. Students Speak Out
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GouDL says: Goucher College 2014 Social Sciences  |
Goucher makes a good effort to be...
Goucher makes a good effort to be ethnically and economically diverse, but I think that unless people of different groups come into contact through a team or group project, they tend to self-segregate. There's a very visible Jewish presence, in addition to many Christians and a few people who practice other religions. It's not extremely politically diverse, but there is much more difference than people like to admit because of the issue of Israel. In my experience, people are not as "liberal" as they claim to be.
Diversity: March 03, 2009
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Goucw says: Goucher College 2015 Biological and Biomedical Sciences |
The campus is somewhat diverse. We...
The campus is somewhat diverse. We have several international students and students on financial aid, so there is economic and ethnic diversity, but I wish there was more. There is not a lot of ideological and political diversity, but there is a lot of individuality at Goucher.
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GouMP says: Goucher College 2014 History |
Goucher is full of mostly rich...
Goucher is full of mostly rich kids that are usually shy about how wealthy they are or at least do not realize how rich they are. Goucher girls tend to be richer because they are dancers and equestrians. Ethnically, it is mostly white, but the College is making efforts to become more racially diverse. Ideologically, people have different religions and ideas. Politically, people range from liberal to very liberal, and there are some people who don't really care. The school is accepting to different sexualities.
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GouKG says: Goucher College 2013 History |
White, upper-middle class, liberal...
White, upper-middle class, liberal Jewish kids go here. That's a slight exaggeration but only slight. That being said, Goucher kids tend to be quirky, intellectual, and socially conscience. There's plenty of open-mindedness, just not much variety to be open-minded about.
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GouDW says: Goucher College 2014 English Language and Literature |
In terms of race, Goucher isn't...
In terms of race, Goucher isn't diverse in the least, but in terms of types of people, it is. Goucher is kind of like taking all of the outcasts/weird kids from high school and putting them in college together.
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FactsEconomic Status
While students from all economic levels are represented in the student body, most hail from the upper-middle class.
Gay Pride
The Goucher community is very open and accepting of students of all sexual preferences. Prism, the student organization dedicated to providing support for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered students, faculty, staff, and their allies, hosts social events, campus-wide discussions, and provides support for all students.
Minority Clubs
Umoja, the African Alliance, is one of the most active clubs on campus. It hosts educational and social events to promote diversity and racial understanding. Students of all ethnicities are encouraged to join. HOLA (Hispanic Organization for Learning and Awareness) and LOTUS (Exploring the Asian Diaspora at Goucher) are becoming more active each year.
Most Common Religions
The student body seems equally split between Judaism and Christianity. Goucher’s Jewish organization, Hillel, is one of the most active groups on campus and hosts a variety of events, discussions, and speakers. The Goucher Christian Fellowship is also active on and off campus.
Political Activity
The majority of students are politically and socially liberal. There are conservative and moderate students on campus, but the liberals are most visible.
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