Rutgers Leads the Way in Ethnic Diversity
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Northeastern illinois university
Why is Northeastern Illinois University not included in the list. it was my understanding that NEIU is the most diverse university in the Midwest.
good for you
No disrespect man...we see things completely differently, and agree to disagree with how you feel. My life is most likely completely different than yours and that is what drives my opinion. I spent the first 8 years of my life growing up in Coop city in the Bronx, before moving to Riverdale, Bronx...than CT. If you don't know what coop city is than look it up. I was surrounded by a crap ton of other cultures, and when you are young you hang out with who you like.....racial and cultural boundaries do not exist. Simply put...I grew up in an environment that fostered cultural diversity. I am happy for that. I respect the way you feel, and glad you shared this with me, because I really never thought this way. But I will live my life the way I have, and will continue to embrace cultural diversity. Peace
good for you
No disrespect man...we see things completely differently, and agree to disagree with how you feel. My life is most likely completely different than yours and that is what drives my opinion. I spent the first 8 years of my life growing up in Coop city in the Bronx, before moving to Riverdale, Bronx...than CT. If you don't know what coop city is than look it up. I was surrounded by a crap ton of other cultures, and when you are young you hang out with who you like.....racial and cultural boundaries do not exist. Simply put...I grew up in an environment that fostered cultural diversity. I am happy for that. I respect the way you feel, and glad you shared this with me, because I really never thought this way. But I will live my life the way I have, and will continue to embrace cultural diversity. Peace
Josh
Well Josh, I happen not to be a true racist. But not ALL these non-whites I talk to are friends, I simply do not judge people on a one-to-one basis so people open up to me and talk of their inner thoughts - which gives me a unique perspective on human beings.
What I wonder about you is your advertising of being jewish, why is this relevant? Are you saying it is common place for jewish people to promote the destruction of cultures, especial traditional American culture? Does mixing up cultures make you feel more comfortable or safe?
See, I love my culture, and I love most other cultures. "Cultures" exist ONLY when people like you do not muddy them up. I want to go into China town and see mostly Chinese and no western influence, etc. I want like to go to Africa and experience their cultures and lifestyles and not see a McDonald's or worse, a Starbucks. But certain people like to play G_d and place us all back to pre tower of babel times.
And regarding your immature view of little racism on the east coast, WOW, the comments I hear from whites on the east coast are far more angry and racial then anywhere else.
Wow Calford. There is nothing wrong with sticking with your race/ethnicity. I am Jewish, and as such, I stick up and support my other friends who are Jewish. You must really live in a terrible place, if all of your friends who are non-white are racists accordding to you. Maybe things are different in Ohio, but come to the east coast and the story is different. Sure racism exists, but the majority of people all respect each other. And honestly, you have some issues. Grow up and realize we are living in a unique country. No where is there the cultural diversity that we have in the US. We are only going to get more diverse, so learn to love our differences..and learn something about other cultures. You will become a better person for that...and maybe you will stop making inane comments.
Pessimism is toxic (aka capitulate comrad or else)
Comments from self hating and/or confused whites do not count. The aside, Mr. Pessimism could not be more incorrect. The facts are non-whites will nearly always separate along racial lines and then the battle begins - between races initiated by non-whites whom whites gave opportunity to.
Sick cycle really. Most of my friends have been black, asian, or so-called hispanic. And let me tell you what they tell me - and this is their corresponding race's majority feelings. Blacks are sick of hispanics getting their jobs that the blacks feel they have more a right too (and I mostly agree). Hispanics seem to universally dislike blacks in general and see whites as weak and ripe for conquest. The Asian do not give a heck about the blacks, whites, hispanics because they stick together (racists) and thus create their own racially oriented mini-States. And then there are the whites, “giving it up” for everyone like a drunken college frat girl slipped a roofie from the main stream media.
Couldn't agree more
I am a recent Graduate of Rutgers New Brunswick. I couldn't agree more with this, considering I am a graduate student at the UNiversity of Wiscosin Madison. I am white, but when I was at Rutgers, most of my friends were non-white. I had five roomates; two indian,one black, one arabic, and one white. We lived together for 3 years, and are all close friends. I have never been at a place which fostered so much diversity. Going to Rutgers was the best decision I have ever made (education wise ..yes), but what I took away in leaning about other cultures and backgrounds is priceless. I am enjoying Wisconsin, but I truely miss the diversity of Rutgers. If only we could all share the experience I had, we would be more tolerate and understanding country.
Pessimism is toxic.
Since I work at one of the institutions mentioned in the article I will be more than happy to address what it means. It simply means enlightmnet and a greater sensativity and awareness of races, cultures, religions etc. other than your own. I will take an educated guess that your next question is...Why is that important? Well..in diverse environments like these universities it fosters tolerance and faciltiates communication and cooperation among everyone affiliated with the campus (faculty, staff, and students). These are notions that are far from damaging. In fact, according to the graduates survery it is an invaluable part of their learning experiences on our university campuses!
What does this mean?
And so how is this good? How much longer is the obsession with "diversity" going to continue. Diversity is divisive and makes everyone the same regardless of background, culture, or ethics - all nails that stand up get hammered back down.
Who is promoting this damaging philosophy, I am truly curious.
