Diversity

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This paper discusses the sources of diversity on campus. The paper also explores the questions a sociologist may pose about the significance of diversity in the educational environment. The paper states that the student researcher believes that diverse campuses offer students more opportunities for success and greater interaction with their peers in school and abroad. The paper states further that sociology entails study and activity and acts as a methodology for describing human behaviors and cultural patterns within society. The paper comments that in the university sources of diversity include multi-cultural groups, international students, programs including those geared toward non-native speakers, and university events that promote greater acceptance of diversity and encourage participation from all walks of life.

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"Questionnaires or informal interviews may be posed for example, to willing students during cultural fairs or events to gauge their feelings about diversity on campus. Students interested in promoting diversity may report on their experiences of diversity or the lack thereof on campus. There is increasing evidence however, that colleges and universities interested in diversifying their population are generally more accepting and created a less homogenous culture, one that is more tolerant of diverse behaviors, beliefs and systems (Anderson & Taylor, 2006). This type of environment may welcome insight and celebrate holidays known internationally rather than just domestic or national holidays. Students may be engaged in class to describe how what they are learning aligns with or does not align with the teachings and beliefs they have as part of their culture."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Andersen, M.L., & Taylor, H.F. (2006). General sociology: Sociology in everyday life. Indiana: Better World Books.
• Morrow, R.A. (1985). Critical theory and critical sociology. Canadian Review of Sociology and Anthropology, 22(5): 710.

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