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University of Rhode Island - Diversity - College ProwlerCollege Prowler2.69

Diversity

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Quick Stats

African American 5%
Asian American 3%
Hispanic 6%
International 0%
Native American 0%
White 70%
Unknown 15%
Historically Black College/University? No
Tribal College? No
Out-of-State Students 49%
Common States of Residence
  • Connecticut
  • Massachusetts
  • New Hampshire
  • New Jersey
  • New York
Student Age Breakdown Under 18: 0%
18-19: 35%
20-21: 37%
22-24: 20%
25+: 9%
Female Faculty 43%
Male Faculty 57%
Faculty Diversity African American: 2%
Asian American: 7%
Hispanic: 3%
International: 8%
Native American: 1%
White: 79%
Unknown: 0%

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Diversity is not a major part of the URI student body, but there are a variety of races, ethnicities, religions, and socioeconomic classes that attend URI. Students are not afraid to promote and show their pride for all their differences. Although the campus may not be that diverse, there are a lot of organizations that promote awareness and educate people about differences. Diversity Week is a great example of this. Students get the chance to experience an event outside of their normal everyday life, which is important in the understanding of social, moral, and physical differences.

Even though URI is not an overwhelming diverse university, it is very accepting of different cultures. Minorities should not feel threatened or intimidated by the large Caucasian population on campus. Students are open-minded and fair in their attitudes toward diversity. URI and the surrounding community are unprejudiced in their thoughts on diversity.

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Diversity at University of Rhode Island

jcop0822

'12

Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing

4.2
A-

Diversity in the Smallest State

For diversity, the students at URI may surprise you. The campus has an extremely diverse population of different races, religions, cultures and sexual orientations. There are very few problems and for example, a couple of years ago there was a large protest in the library for about a week concerning the rights of the gay, lesbian and bisexual transgender center.

Jan 24, 2012

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Diversity at University of Rhode Island

jberry630

'15

Journalism

5.0
A+

Diversity at URI

Throughout the years, URI has developed a very diverse and accepting population from all walks of life. With major movements throughtout the 90's and even earlier, the university has gained a very diverse curriculum and also student body. When walking to class, you see all different races and ethnicities and never once think to label the school as "mostly white" or anything like that. Also, many of my friends have very diverse economic, political, and religious situations. As for sexual orientation, there are many openly gay and bi-sexual students and they are embraced by the university and the student body with well respected clubs, organizations, and even housing.

Jan 15, 2012

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Diversity at University of Rhode Island

cewhitehead

'13

Communications

5.0
A+

We Welcome All Kinds

Though you may find many faux-Jersey Shore wannabes around campus, I am proud to say the University of Rhode Island makes strides toward hosting a very accepting community. On campus alone, we house the Women's Center, avid religious groups and Gay-Pride Activists. Other groups meet outside of the school to take part in various eclectic interests. Overall, URI does a great job accepting students who accept.

Jun 27, 2011

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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

The acceptance of gays is growing at URI due to certain organizations’ awareness and education. Diversity Week is held each year, which is a workshop of different events that promote diversity, including homosexuality. There are also student organizations such as Students for Social Change and Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender Association (GLBTA) for all students to join. The Rainbow Diversity house is a living community that gives students the opportunity for social change by living, taking classes, and participating in programs in a diverse environment.

Political Activity

Rhode Island is, for the most part, a Democratic state. Most students and staff members are pretty liberal in their political views. Protests are occasionally held, and most students are usually passive towards political views. Students are concerned, but they are not outspoken.

Economic Status

URI is mostly middle-class students. There is little poverty in the surrounding communities and most out-of-state and in-state students are able to afford tuition.

Most Common Religions

URI is not known as a hot bed of religious activity, but many students do come from a religious background. There are a lot of Catholic students and Jewish students. Other common denominations on campus are Protestant and Episcopalian.

Minority Clubs on Campus

There are some minority student organizations at URI. The Asian Student Association conducts community services and other social events. Hillel is a center for Jewish life that explores and develops Jewish identity. Cape Verdean Student Association (CVSA), Latin American Students Association (LASA), Native American Students Association (NASA), Cultural Italian American Organization, Students Organized Against Racism (SOAR), and an NAACP URI chapter all deal with race and ethnicity.

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