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I don't think anyone would feel out of place at FSU... that's whats awesome is I've made friends with kids in frats and with the "creative" types. I think the thing that FSU has taught me about social interaction is that being open to new ideas, new people, and new ways of thinking is the best approach to life. 2 a

I think that FSU is a very diverse campus with a varied population. I don't think anyone would feel out of place at FSU. Most students are very open to other cultures, races, orientations, and religions. FSU students are very laid back, with most students wearing jeans or sweats to class, most bearing the Seminole colors. Most students are from Florida, or are local. Students are very active on campus, with a large conservative population on campus.

I have only seen positive reactions the the racial religious, and LGBT groups on campus. I have never heard any nasty or vulgar things in relation to these groups. In truth it feels like everyone is part of a giant community. I really don't seen anyone feeling out of place here. Maybe someone from an extremely large city but other than that I think it is pretty well rounded. It feels like most FSU students are from South Florida, but you have the occasional people that are from out of state. Most are from Florida because of Bright Futures Scholarships.I see all types of socio-economic backgrounds. There isn't a specific one that is especially prevalent.

There's a fair amount of groups on campus. Mostly it's racial groups or frats and sororities. The kind of student that would feel out of place would be, I think, foreign students, but that's what a lot of groups are doing for them. Giving them a place to share their experiences and be with others that share their background. FSU students are primarily from Florida, but all over. I'd like to see more people from around the world. Just so I know that this is a place that is esteemed by people other than Floridians. Theatre students usually joke about, or try to avoid, topics pertaining to their future financial situations.

Most students wear whatever to class, whether its sweats because they came from the gym or business attire because they have a meeting afterwards people just wear whatever they want and it's acceptable. Most FSU students are from Florida because of their amazing scholarship programs but I have met many a student from out of state.

very diverse, open minded

There are all kinds of people at FSU. There is a high population of homosexuals, because it is a liberal arts school. Most people come from in state, but I have met quite a few folks from up north as well. There is a high population of Greek life here so most people wear 'frat gear' to class- Sperrys, North Face jackets, Costa sunglasses, Guy Harvey shirts, etc. (We are in the South here, come on.) But it isn't overwhelming, and you can generally wear whatever you want. (one time I even saw a guy wearing a skirt and platforms... not kidding.) FSU is pretty laid back and allows you to express yourself as you please.

I have been affiliated with racial, religous, and socio-economic groupds at FSU as well as other organizations. They are amazing groups for people to feel at home and comfortable with in a place that many do not call home. No student would feel out of place at Florida State! There is something for everyone. What do students wear to class: everything! I usual opt for the business casual with heels approach while some of my friends opt for gym wear or even pajamas! Different types of students always interact whether it be through different organizations or even dorm life. The four tables of students in the dining hall can be described, in the beginning of the year, as hometown friends, band friends, future frat/sorority friends, or even roommates. By the end of the year, the only word that can describe it is diversity. Most FSU students are from Florida, specifically south Florida but there are students from everywhere! There is no prevelant financial background for studnets. Yes, students here are very politically aware and active! When I was a freshman, I joined the Vote!FSU Coalition which helped people register to vote and also educated people about candidates so that they can make an educated vote. Since there are 40,000 students on campus, I am never sure if they are predominantly left or right, but center seems like a moderate guess. Students do talk about how much they wish to earn one day.

My experiences, at first, were almost traumatic. Coming from PG County Maryland, right outside of DC, where there is a 92{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} Black population, it was VERY hard for me to adjust to FSU's population. I wanted to hop an a plane and go to Howard ASAP! However, Ive adjusted (sort of)...I think that any minority who was raised in an area where they were NOT a minority would feel a little out of place. At least, I did. Most students are chill when going to class. Usually a t-shirt from some random FSU event, shorts, and flip-flops. Different students do interact. Im not necessarily one of them, but others do. One table of rich white sorority/fraternity students (discussing why they have an 07 lexus and not an 08), one table of black students (discussing whats upcoming for the BSU), one table of average white students (probably one black girl/guy who was raised in a white area), and one table of students who are tediously studying for their next exam which is a month away...Most students are from Florida. Most students have a moderate to high income financial background (not me, but most do). Students are politically active and tend to be extreme with their decisions. Everyone talks about graduating and grad school...not much beyond that.

I dont think that any student would feel out of place here. The only thing would be whenever you get around the sorority girls and frat guys- they flaunt money like its nothing and so it makes you feel like your poor! Other than that we are pretty diverse.