Many colleges and four-year universities emphasize the fact that they are “equal opportunity” schools. However, students continue to voice the opinion that their colleges are not doing enough to address the needs of students from different ethnic, cultural, racial and religious backgrounds. During diversity-related protests, students may often point out bureaucratic flaws in higher education including statistical rates of admission for students of different ethnic backgrounds.
In addition, students may address the lack of campus diversity. Students complain that the college in question does not actively encourage certain clubs and activities. Complaints waged may include lack of diversity in campus groups, clubs, gatherings or community events. It is important for every campus to do more than simply represent the racial and cultural campus majority.
A well-rounded university represents the background of each student and allows students to better assimilate other cultures and feel at home. Campus diversity is about breaking down barriers and allowing students to develop a better-rounded worldview. At the same time, it is the job of faculty and special initiative programs to represent the needs of students.
