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Like most big cities, Miami has areas that are very cultural, and visiting these areas might feel like stepping into another world. Instead of Chinatown, Miami has Little Havana, the world’s largest collection of Cubans outside of Cuba. The huge Hispanic population in Miami is not limited to one area. You’ll overhear conversations spoken in Spanish almost everywhere in the city, and sometimes the accents are hard to understand and you end up with totally preposterous things in your McDonald’s bag after an unsuccessful trip to the drive-thru. Most students get accustomed to Miami’s Hispanic heritage pretty quickly and take advantage of the great atmosphere of Calle Ocho, the street that runs through the heart of Little Havana. Miami has so many different ethnicities represented that students coming from non-diverse backgrounds may feel uncomfortable at first. As the numbers prove, only half of the students in most classes will be white. This is a great experience for students of any ethnicity. It basically forces you to understand different cultures and people from various backgrounds. It’s especially interesting to hear what students from other countries write in English class when culture plays a major part. There are also various religions represented. Christian clubs are popular, as are other religious organizations like Hillel. Homosexual students will also feel right at home, especially in South Beach, a hotspot for gay culture. Don’t come to Miami expecting to be surrounded by the same people you would at a school in Iowa. UM is one of the most diverse campuses in the nation, and some students find this to be the best thing about life in Miami. Students Speak Out
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There are a lot of Hispanic people...
There are a lot of Hispanic people here. But there’s also a good mix of other cultures. |
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UM consistently ranks among the...
UM consistently ranks among the top five schools in the United States for the amount of diversity within its student body. It is one of the greatest things about the University, knowing that I will be able to meet, talk to, and learn with people from all around the country, as well as the world. Each person makes the school more unique. |
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There are many different kinds of...
There are many different kinds of people on campus. There are also many international students. |
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The campus is very diverse. There...
The campus is very diverse. There are people from many ethnic backgrounds, as well as a lot of international students. |
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Every style of person is...
Every style of person is represented here. I believe there is someone from every state at least in the school, if not in my class level. |
FactsEconomic Status
Given the high cost of attending UM and the fancy clothing seen around campus, many students seem to come from wealthy homes. This doesn’t mean that there aren’t plenty of students with modest backgrounds, but those really struggling with finances may want to take into consideration the high cost of living in Miami.
Gay Pride
Miami is famous for its wide-spread homosexual culture, especially in the South Beach area. Citizens are very accepting of the gay community, and UM mirrors that tolerance with organizations like spectrUM.
Minority Clubs
Minority students will feel right at home in the diverse atmosphere of Miami. Clubs like OASIS, Asian American Students Association, and African Students Union will help students meet others from their ethnic background.
Most Common Religions
The religions found at the University of Miami are as diverse as the students studying here. The most common religions found include Islam, Christianity, Judaism, and Hinduism.
Political Activity
The 2008 election invited a surge of political activity in the students at UM. Both President Barack Obama and Senator John McCain made a visit to Coral Gables, and much of the student population turned out to see them. While the political activity has wound down after the election, there are both Democratic and Republican student organizations on campus. For the most part, the political views are as diverse as the people here.
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