As a prospective college student who values diversity, I wanted to ask: are there any colleges in the US where the white ethnic group isn't the majority? I'm looking for a campus with a diverse racial and ethnic makeup. Does anyone have any data or sources to help give me an idea?
There are indeed colleges where the white ethnic group is not the majority. Many campuses are diverse and you would see a wide array of ethnic and racial groups represented. Here are a few examples.
1. University of California schools tend to display this trend. For instance, UC Irvine has a large Asian population, which comprises about 42% of the student body as of this year. White students make up about 15% of the student body.
2. Other schools in California also display this trend. Non-white students make up the majority of the student body at California State University, Long Beach. About 45% of students are Hispanic, about 20% are Asian, and white students make up about 20%.
3. University of Hawaii at Manoa has a majority Asian student population, at around 36%. The white student population is about 18%.
4. University of New Mexico has a majority Hispanic student population, which comprise about 45% of the student body. White students make up about 35%.
5. At Howard University, a historically Black university in Washington D.C., Black students compose about 86% of the student body. The remaining 14% is divided between white, Asian, Hispanic, and multi-racial students.
These are just a few examples, and I want to clarify that diversity isn't just about race and ethnicity. It also includes economic background, nationality, language, culture, religion, and more. Schools with comprehensive support for underrepresented groups, a focus on social justice, and requirements for coursework in race, ethnicity, and identity can promote a diverse and inclusive environment as well. Always consider these factors when assessing the diversity of a school.
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