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Despite the College's best efforts, Kenyon is primarily attended by white students from fairly affluent backgrounds. The cost and competitive application process tend to dissuade those from other socioeconomic backgrounds. Recently, through the donation of notable alumnus Paul Newman, several scholarships have been put in place for those who are the first in their family to attend college. Kenyon’s diversity lies primarily in the range of political backgrounds and sexualities of its students. While it’s true that many Kenyon students are very politically active—shown in the 2004 political election coverage by CNN—this does not mean that they all share a liberal ideology. John M. O’Hara, contributing founder of the Tea Party, is a notable example of a conservative Kenyon alum. Student groups on campus reflect this wide range of interests. On the social front, the gay community at Kenyon is accepted and thriving.

Due in part to the openminded nature of most Kenyon students, there haven’t been many incidents of discrimination on campus in past years. Discrimination advisers exist on campus to help any student who feels he/she is in the minority. Overall, discrimination is not an issue on Kenyon’s campus, despite its relative lack of diversity.

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kenyonmed91

Pre-Medicine Studies '13

1.9

C-

Everyone Comes from NY and LA

We have like 5-10 black kids on campus and most of them are hipsters/gays which says a lot about Kenyon, I think, because the majority of the student body is either in frat or a total striped-pants hipster. It's hard.

Apr 17, 2012

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JohannasMirror

English '15

2.7

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White Students Galore

While there is a certain amount of economic diversity, the racial diversity is almost nonexistent and is comprised primarily of international students. Most students are white, and many are frustrated by this lack of diversity.

Jan 11, 2012

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kenstudent11

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology '15

4.6

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No Place More Open

Kenyon is completely open to all types of diversity. Beauty of this liberal arts campus is how accepting everyone is, no matter who you are.

Sep 29, 2011

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