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Diversity

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Quick Stats

African American 5%
Asian American 3%
Hispanic 3%
International 1%
Native American 1%
White 86%
Unknown 2%
Historically Black College/University? No
Tribal College? No
Out-of-State Students 5%
Common States of Residence
  • California
  • Foreign countries
  • Illinois
  • Indiana
  • Ohio
Student Age Breakdown Under 18: 2%
18-19: 34%
20-21: 37%
22-24: 19%
25+: 9%
Female Faculty 46%
Male Faculty 54%
Faculty Diversity African American: 4%
Asian American: 6%
Hispanic: 3%
International: 5%
Native American: 0%
White: 82%
Unknown: 0%

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Grand Valley consists of mostly white, middle-class students, but there are quite a few African Americans and Asians on campus, as well. There is a lot of diversity in people and food, too. Overall, diversity is encouraged and even celebrated. 

Grand Valley celebrates its students of different ethnicities, races, religions, and more. Throughout any semester, there are multiple days set aside to promote different cultural activities. GV not only celebrates different religions, but it also applauds different points of view. Political beliefs are accepted, and no one is beaten down for their opinion at GV.

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Diversity at Grand Valley State University

jlr17

Mathematics '14

2.3
C

Some Diversity

There are a lot of different cultures and types of people around campus. However, the majority of the students are white middle class. There are also a large population of gay/lesbian/transgender students. Overall, the majority of the student body is excepting of each others differences, but the campus is not as diverse as the school tries to make it seem.

May 02, 2012

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Diversity at Grand Valley State University

pbleuse

English '12

0.0
F

Not Diverse at All.

I feel like the GVSU student body is not representative of the diversity I have seen in other local community colleges. I don't know if people simply do not apply to GVSU because they are not interested in the school or if GVSU selects new students. I am an international student myself and find it very hard to mingle with white upper-class American students.

Apr 10, 2012

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Diversity at Grand Valley State University

RachaelS2012

Psychology '17

4.6
A

Diversity

Since Grand Valley is in a big city it attracts a lot of interesting people. We have many races that attend the school, it is a very cultural place to be. The school has many different organizations for different races. Grance Valley is very diverse.

Apr 09, 2012

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User rating for Grand Valley State University - Diversity is 3.5 out of 5 based on 21 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

Homosexuality is widely accepted among all students, professors, faculty, and staff. Out 'N' About (ONA) is a student organization dedicated to supporting the LGBT community. ONA hosts the "Day of Silence," as well as an annual Pride Prom. The University also has the Allies & Advocates program, the LGBT Resource Center in Kirkhof, and the Diversity Directory that can be found online.

Political Activity

There are campus organizations for both Democrat and Republican students, but the students and professors who are the most vocal about their opinions generally have liberal viewpoints.

Economic Status

GVSU students come from many different backgrounds. Some are from inner-city Detroit, while others went to suburban private high schools. Students who are paying their way through school often have jobs.

Most Common Religions

There are a handful of Christian organizations and a few groups for other religions, such as Hillel. Most students will talk about their beliefs, but they are not outwardly vocal about religion.

Minority Clubs on Campus

There are more than 20 cultural student organizations on campus.

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