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Hunter College is as diverse as the city in which it resides, and, like that city, ranks as one of the most diverse of its kind in the country. Its diversity is something that Hunter prides itself on and would have to be one of its biggest defining characteristics. Because of its diversity, there is a very welcoming and accepting air at Hunter; no one is likely to feel like an outsider, and students are free to be themselves. Walking down Hunter’s halls, you may share them with a woman wearing a khimar or a man wearing a do-rag. You may catch snippets of hurried conversations in Russian or Spanish. During Dean’s Hours (see Traditions), you can participate in anything from the Bangladesh Student Association to the Salsa Mambo Club. At bake sales, you can sample Middle Eastern cuisine in addition to Entenmann’s cookies. Generically speaking, you can find every “type” at Hunter, whether it be a jock, nerd, hipster, stoner, or prep.
Hunter’s students are not only diverse in color, but also in experience. The typical freshman is an anomaly. He can be a student fresh out of high school or a man with three children starting a new career. It is very rare to have a classroom full of students with similar backgrounds or of the same age, and that is something which makes Hunter a really incredible place. In one class, you can have a former child actress, a Soviet refugee, or a retired teacher. Not all of Hunter’s students have had fascinating past lives, but the different life experience and education that students bring to the classroom makes Hunter a truly diverse campus.
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I honestly don’t see how a school...
I honestly don’t see how a school could be more diverse (except for the gender aspect). There is every nationality, every age, every learning level. Most people who go to Hunter have some fascinating backstory and can bring so much experience to their learning. |
Anonymous says: |
Hunter is the fourth most diverse...
Hunter is the fourth most diverse school in the country. |
Anonymous says: |
The school is very diverse....
The school is very diverse. Everyone is from everywhere, which makes it more interesting and exciting. |
Anonymous says: |
Hunter is very diverse. That’s one...
Hunter is very diverse. That’s one of the best parts. |
Anonymous says: |
If you can imagine it, then you...
If you can imagine it, then you can find it at Hunter College. |
Facts
Economic Status
Because Hunter is a very affordable school, it has students coming from broad economic backgrounds. Many students are paying their own way through school, and therefore often work full time in addition to attending school.
Gay Pride
Sexual orientation is not a big deal at Hunter. It is a very open campus that has a visible gay presence through groups such as the Gay Men's Alliance.
Minority Clubs
Hunter's minority club presence is a testament to its diversity. There is a club for every ethnicity, it seems, and if there isn’t, it can be started. In particular, clubs for students of Philipino, Latino, or Jewish descent are strong.
Most Common Religions
On any given day tabling or events are hosted by Muslim, Christian and Jewish student groups. Religion does not play a large role at the school with so much diversity.
Political Activity
The most politically active school in the entire CUNY system, a protest and walkout are guaranteed to occur at least once per semester. Everybody’s voice is heard at the school. The socialist tend to be most seen group on campus. It is not uncommon to see international views voice regularly as well.
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