Rutgers Leads the Way in Ethnic Diversity

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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.

josh of CT 2:41PM September 26, 2008

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!

DrKinP of NJ 3:26PM September 22, 2008

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.

CalFord of OH 11:34AM September 14, 2008

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