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MTSU prides itself on its diversity. There have been no reported hate crimes, and the campus institutes a myriad of racial diversity activities. As you walk across campus, you might pass a person strumming a guitar under a tree, and on your other side, you may see a group playing music and rapping. You’ll come across dozens of nationalities. In fact, there are students from more than 70 countries, and 20 percent of attendees are minorities. The campus sponsors Hispanic, Native American, and Asian/Pacific Islander heritage months, to name a few, but the most recognized and participated in is African American heritage month. Workshops, displays, and speakers are available to all students. The University also has a high percentage of nontraditional students who are working parents or are adults returning for a degree. It is also a very accessible campus for people with disabilities. MTSU’s Disabled Student Services offers assistance to people with physical and mental disabilities, such as blindness, hearing impairment, and learning disabilities.
According to a recent Student Affairs survey, 60 percent of students said they have gained a better appreciation for other cultures, and 98 percent said they expected to make friends with students whose race or ethnicity is different from their own. However you look at it, the campus is a good slice of the real world.
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“My last school was mostly...
“My last school was mostly upper-class white people, but you find everything here. I guess that’s the benefit of a state school.” |
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“The campus is pretty diverse—it’s...
“The campus is pretty diverse—it’s more racially diverse than the middle Tennessee area. There are a lot of different subcultures, and there are many disabled students as well, which is pretty cool.” |
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“The MTSU campus is extremely...
“The MTSU campus is extremely diverse. It was a culture shock for me.” |
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“Racially, the campus is quite...
“Racially, the campus is quite diverse. Unfortunately, birds of a feather tend to flock together.” |
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“I reckon it’s diverse. There are...
“I reckon it’s diverse. There are a lot of different kinds of people here. You can get to know a lot of different people and where they come from.” |
Facts
Economic Status
Most students are middle-class and from the Tennessee area. Lower-income students have additional financial-aid options that give them the resources needed to continue their education.
Gay Pride
There is 100-percent tolerance here. The gay community is not isolated and is seen throughout the campus community.
Minority Clubs on Campus
Japan-US Program of MTSU, Lambda, Minority Graduate Student Association, Native American Heritage Society
Most Common Religions
Catholic, Protestant
Political Activity
Political activity at MTSU is primarily liberal.
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