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SU, like most colleges, likes to brag about having a culturally-diverse student body. Although Syracuse may not be the most diverse campus around, there are a significant number of minority students here. That said, pure numbers and statistics do not determine the true diversity level on a college campus; intermingling between cultures is what’s important. However, Syracuse, like many other “diverse” universities, shows a distinct lack of social interaction between people of different backgrounds. Whether it is in the student center or in the extracurricular activities students chose to participate in, the separation is evident, despite the University’s best efforts to promote cultural unity. On the other hand, though, students of different economic backgrounds mesh together here quite well. There is, however, a great number or clubs and organizations that cater to minority students. Black and Latino fraternities are an influential force in bringing dances and speakers to SU. Places like the LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender) Resource Center and the Winnick Hillel Center are key elements of the SU community, and they are welcome to everyone, not just people that fit their respective group interests. Also, majors like Middle Eastern, Native American, African American, and Latino American studies are seeing a rise in student interest.
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Anonymous says:  |
In numbers, SU is very diverse;...
In numbers, SU is very diverse; however, there isn’t much mingling between groups. |
KoolStylingNerd says: |
Diversity is all over SU. However,...
Diversity is all over SU. However, if you choose to be secluded, then you will. If not, you will love mixing and mingling and learning about different cultures.
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Anonymous says: |
One of the most valuable things I...
One of the most valuable things I have learned out here is to maximize the benefits of diversity. We all have so much to learn from each other. |
Anonymous says: |
The diversity on campus is very...
The diversity on campus is very rich. In SU, you will find people that differ widely in terms of values, ethics, morality, countries, and family background. My experience with diversity in school has been very good, as I got the opportunity to work in teams with really diverse backgrounds. |
Anonymous says: |
They like to brag about SU being...
They like to brag about SU being diverse, and to a certain extent, I think it is. There are a lot of different ethnic groups represented on campus. |
FactsEconomic Status
Although students come from many different economic and social backgrounds, the majority of students at SU fall either in the middle- or upper-middle-class category. Being a private school, and an expensive one at that, it leads to this distinction. Interaction between castes, however, has never been an issue.
Gay Pride
You won’t find many acts of intolerance against homosexuals at SU. The city of Syracuse has a fairly active gay community, both politically and socially, as there are many clubs aimed toward gays in the area. At SU, there is a Pride Union, as well as a LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender) resource center on campus.
Minority Clubs
SU has an abundance of clubs that cater to very specific groups. Such clubs as the African Students Union, Asian Students in America, Association of International Students, and Caribbean Students Association are just some of the many clubs aimed at minorities. However, there are also clubs like the Multiracial Experience and Students Advocating Multicultural Equality that bring cultures and races together.
Most Common Religions
There is a large variety when it comes to religion, as well. Although SU probably has more Jewish students than most colleges, the percentage is not overwhelming one way or the other. There are many churches within walking distance of the campus, as well as a few temples and one mosque. The new Winnick Hillel Center has boosted interest in the Jewish organization.
Political Activity
There are a bunch of political groups on campus. They tend to be more prevalent on campus during times of political distress in the world beyond SU. Due to the recent events in the U.S., the political scene has dramatically increased in visibility.
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