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While many USC students claim that the campus is very diverse, statistics indicate otherwise. The campus is 79 percent Caucasian and 15 percent African American, leaving only 6 percent for other nationalities. One reason that students may be under the impression that the campus exhibits more diversity than in reality is because of the many organizations that cater to individual ethnic groups, such as the Filipino-American Student Association, the Hindu Students Council, and the NAACP that increase students’ awareness of ethnic groups on campus. The truth of the matter is that many students do not come from an incredibly diverse background, so the presence of a small number of international students or persons of a different ethnic background makes the campus diverse to them. While USC is certainly not among the most diverse schools in the nation, it is actually pretty consistent with the amount of diversity found at other universities across the nation. In general, many colleges across the nation cannot boast extreme diversity, but USC has a long way to go before it may be considered truly diverse. Students Speak Out
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SCAK says: University of South Carolina 2014 Social Sciences  |
As a state university, USC is...
As a state university, USC is pretty diverse. Students come from all over the country and therefore from all different backgrounds and lifestyles. Be respectful, especially if you're not from the south---it can be a drastic change. Be prepared to see boys in pink and yellow shorts and girls in camo hats. Don't even try to avoid saying "y'all". With all the clubs and organizations on campus, diversity is promoted and everyone finds friends and acceptance somewhere.
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I feel that our campus is very...
I feel that our campus is very diverse, but we still have a long way to go. |
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Carolina is diverse. There is...
Carolina is diverse. There is something for everyone, no matter what you are involved in, and if there isn’t, you can easily start the organization. Many people from all over the country, and even the world, come to Carolina to go to school. |
Anonymous says: |
USC is really diverse. There are...
USC is really diverse. There are lots of international students. |
Anonymous says: |
I think that USC is quite diverse....
I think that USC is quite diverse. The campus definitely has its cultured sides to it. Students come from all over the nation and world to attend USC. I can honestly say that in every class I had each semester, there were always a few international students along with a large group of out-of-state students. |
FactsEconomic Status
Most students come from middle-class backgrounds; although on any given day one will see a student or two cruising in a luxury car their parents bought them.
Gay Pride
USC has a relatively quiet but very prideful gay community. The BGLSA (Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian, and Straight Alliance) has a very strong presence on campus, and events such as the Birdcage (the USC-sponsored drag show) attract mass numbers every year.
Minority Clubs
There is a total of 13 minority clubs on campus, but they are generally unseen and unheard. The African American groups are the most well-recognized minority organizations on campus, and there are a few African American fraternities and sororities.
Most Common Religions
Christianity is by far the most prominent religion on campus. There are a lot of religious clubs and organizations, most of which are Christian-oriented, but there are also organizations for students of other religious convictions.
Political Activity
Although USC sits in the heart of Columbia, S.C. (a city noted for its conservative history), the campus emanates all ranges and views of political activism. It is not uncommon for student organizations to form and lead protests in front of the state house, located a few blocks away. Debates on campus spanning all topics occur with frequency.
Did You Know?In 1873 and throughout the Reconstruction Era, USC was the only state school in the south to grant degrees to African Americans.
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