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Seattle University - Diversity - Diversity - College ProwlerCollege Prowler3.85

Diversity

B+
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Quick Stats

African American 5%
Asian American 19%
Hispanic 7%
International 9%
Native American 1%
White 51%
Unknown 7%
Historically Black College/University? No
Tribal College? No
Out-of-State Students 59%
Common States of Residence
  • California
  • Colorado
  • Guam
  • Hawaii
  • Oregon
Student Age Breakdown Under 18: 1%
18-19: 28%
20-21: 30%
22-24: 16%
25+: 24%
Female Faculty 49%
Male Faculty 51%
Faculty Diversity African American: 4%
Asian American: 7%
Hispanic: 3%
International: 2%
Native American: 0%
White: 56%
Unknown: 27%

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Diversity is a core value of Seattle University, and this is reflected in almost every aspect of the school. It would probably surprise you to learn that, at a Catholic school, only 33 percent of the student body is Catholic (the number is even smaller for graduate students), and that they have even started a club for atheists and agnostics. But Seattle University is welcoming of people of all faiths and does not make any overt attempt at evangelization toward students (the lack of a requirement to attend chapel is likely a positive). In terms of ethnicity, while the school is predominantly white, there is a large and active minority student body that regularly puts together a number of cultural events and celebrations.

There is a relatively small number of African American and Hispanic students in comparison to the Asian student population, but there are no real “tensions” on campus. Students here get along well, and the various functions put together by minority clubs are some of the most popular of the year. The majority of students are receiving some form of aid or scholarships, but that doesn’t necessarily mean they are not wealthy; the campus is very diverse in terms of economic and social backgrounds. Seattle U also includes a large GLBT population, perhaps somewhat unusual for a Catholic school, and their events have attracted criticism from more conservative elements. But the school is open to them, and has largely held fast against this criticism, as they feel such diversity, and warmth toward those who do differ from what could be called the “societal norm,” is a key part of the Jesuit ethos. To them, you truly cannot grow as a person unless you are exposed to the broadest range of people and lifestyles possible, and this openness is something that benefits the school immensely.
 

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Diversity at Seattle University

vuems

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology '14

3.5
B

Mixes Between Caucasian and Asian Students

There are many Hawaiian students that attend Seattle University, which makes up the majority of the Asian population there. The most dominant group there are the Caucasian students. All in all, there are other ethnic groups, but mainly Caucasians and Asians.

Mar 19, 2012

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Diversity at Seattle University

asim6998

International Studies and Government '13

5.0
A+

International Campus

If there is one thing the school does right, it is creating an atmosphere of tremendous diversity. There are students representing over 75 different countries, and student of all beliefs (secular, Jewish, Catholic,Muslim,Buddhist, etc). The school is also very generous in scholarships so everyone has an opportunity to attend.

Feb 02, 2012

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Diversity at Seattle University

SammyNicole

International Studies '15

5.0
A+

Seattle University IS Diversity

There are people from over 100 countries attending SU, and they have a dorm building dedicated to those interested in the world and it is where a majority of the international students live. While SU is a Catholic school, they are Jesuit and are accepting about other religions or even not having a religon and they are more than supportive of sexual orientation. They have a Drag Show every year that is a hit all across campus. There is an aray of political beliefs and backgrounds, including economic backgrounds. All of this makes Seattle University a great place to experience diversity.

Oct 05, 2011

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User rating for Seattle University - Diversity is 4.6 out of 5 based on 18 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

With campus next door to a large gay population, Capitol Hill, there is not a mere tolerance of homosexuality, but an accepting and even welcoming atmosphere. Indeed, according to the 2000 U.S. Census, people who reported living in a same-sex relationships in Seattle is 240 percent above the national norm. There are many gay students on campus, and there is no visible hostility towards them.

Political Activity

With an intense Jesuit focus on social justice, the strong voices come from clubs like Amnesty International and Campus Ministry. However, the general feeling of the campus seems undetermined; there is a definite liberal vibe on campus, and little is heard from the Young Republican or Young Democrat chapters. Indeed, the political vibe is felt more through individual topics and problems instead of in terms of parties.

Economic Status

There is a large number of private school students who give a sort of “rich kid” feel to the school. However, there is such a diversity of economic backgrounds due to the range of scholarships available, it is not an overwhelming aspect of the campus atmosphere.

Most Common Religions

According to Campus Ministry, about half of the student population is Catholic or has Catholic parents. However, the rest of campus is divided into a spectrum of faiths, including Christian, Muslim, Jewish, Buddhist, Evangelical, Episcopal, and many more.

Minority Clubs on Campus

Action, Asian and Pacific Islander Student Union (APISU), Black Student Union (BSU), Hi’brid, Hui O Nani Hawai’i, Mana o Polynesia, Marianas Taotao Tano Club, Movimiento Estudantil Chicano/a de Aztlan (MEChA), Muslim Student Association (MSA), National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), United Filipino Club (UFC), Vietnamese Student Association (VSA), Indonesian Student Associatino, Japan Club, Taiwanese Student Association, the International Club (TIC), Chinese American Student Association

Did You Know? The Seattle University School of Law is the most diverse in the Pacific Northwest, with 57 percent of members being female and 33 percent being non-white students

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