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FSU is an extremely open minded campus. There are many people from all back grounds and all walks of life and I have never seen any sort of hate crimes. Most students wear jeans and tank tops or t shirts to class. Just wear whatever you are comfortable in. It seems that a lot of FSU students come from south Florida but FSU has students from all over the US and the World. And most of the students are from middle to upper-middle classes. Although there is both extremes also.

There is no student that would be out of place. FSU is VERY diverse, and also very tolerant of our fellow 'Noles. Jeans and t-shirts are common class attire, there are the random Sorority girls who always get dressed up, but they are few and far between, and there are just as many lazy bums who stroll in wearing their pjs, or even their clothes from the night before! We all interact together, everyone respects each other. It doesn't matter who you are, most people are willing to help and are nice to each other. It's not uncommon to have discussions with totally random strangers at the bus stop or in the elevator or line at financial aid! Students are VERY active politically, from any and all sides. And it's not just in politics, Florida State students are willing to stand up for what they believe, we are known to take up the cause that we feel is important and needs or deserves to be heard. Being in the capital city provides a clear outlet to voice our thoughts and feelings to those in charge. We have opportunities to be proactive in ways other students from other cities may not, simply because we are right down the street from the capital building!Florida State has something for everyone, and everyone will fit in anywhere they want to place themselves. It is not uncommon for random people to be sitting next to one another in the dining hall and become fast friends, simply because there might not have been any other open tables. At FSU, this is not awkward, simply what we do, we help one another out.

- I feel that there is a very broad diversity at FSU, with opportunities of involvement for all different people. - I think there is a place for everyone at FSU. - Some people come to class looking like Barbie. I personally go in t-shirts. The later your classes are, the better people look. - Everyone interact with everyone on campus. - If there were four tables in the dining hall my guess would be one is a student ministry group, one is the party table, one does nothing but study, and the other is a group of well rounded individuals. However, it is mostly freshmen in the dining halls, so they are still searching for their place at FSU so those table could trade people 1000 times. - Most of the students are from Florida because of Bright Futures, but there are others from out of state. Who doesn't want to come to the sunshine? - There are a large range of financial backgrounds. - You will see political posters everywhere. - These posters will be for every different political party. - Most of the student are ambitious and want to make something of themselves, but they don't walk around talking about how much they are going to make. Who knows if they will live to tomorrow to graduate?

In the Seminole Creed, diversity is a HUGE HUGE HUGE deal. I know that students have followed this diversity aspect. Teachers have led a great example of not only accepting, but promoting diversity. Students too have promoted diversity. Organizations all around campus are incredibly diverse, and people are accepting to it too. I can't think of a student who would feel out of place around campus because students and teachers are so welcoming. Some days students wear sweatpants. Regular days, I see jeans and a nice polo or blouse. Around the business building there are days where everyone is wearing business attire. It is generally a very laid back and casual attire. I see different types of students interacting all the time. We rely on each other for support in school, so we look past the outside most of the times. However, it is more common to see students only bonding with those who look like them. A lot of students come from right here in Florida. Some from the north, but most are close to home. I think that the middle/uppermiddle class students are what forms most of FSU. Students aren't that politically aware to be honest. I am not myself, and I find that I have more important things than take the time to learn about political things. There are plenty of students though that are aware, and help people like myself become aware. The bad thing about it is that it is bias.

The student body here is very diverse and welcoming. Certian activities (Greek) look down upon differences in demographics, but there are many other areas for those excluded or un welcome to participate. The atmoshpere is very casual and what you wear to class is determined by what you do on the campus out side of the classroom. Most students do not discuss what their financial status is, but their appearance and the "tables in the dining hall" give a good indicator of what backround they have.

There are always people "preaching" near the union. I think anybody could feel welcome here. It ranges from pajamas to designer clothing. Yes. Skaters, Art students, Business students, Others. Everywhere. I don't know. Yes. I don't know. Sarcastically they say they'll make millions.

I don't really think anybody could feel out of place at FSU. There is something for everyone, as long as you look. Most students dress very casually. A lot of sweat pants and t-shirts. The main areas students are from is: Tallahassee, Jacksonville, Orlando, and South Florida.

I think people only feel left out here at FSU if they aren't involved. Being such a large school with so many students, it is almost critical to get involved so that you have a niche and some type of organization to call 'home.' Most students wear t-shirts and flip-flops to class, since there is no reason to waste the cute outfits for going out :) I would say that most FSU students are from various parts of Florida.

One of the things I love about FSU is that there is a group for everything. One of the biggest organizations on campus is the Black Student Union (BSU) and promotes the interests of the black students on campus. The diversity here allows everyone to fit in somewhere, regardless of your religious background, racial/ethnic affiliation, sexual orientation, etc. Most people are very open to this diversity and accept that there are people from different walks of life. It makes coming here with an open mind a must because at one time or another you will encounter someone that will be different from you and you will have the ability to learn from them, as well as have them learn from you. Most students wear jeans and t-shirts to class. Nothing too fancy. My only suggestion is don't wear pajamas. Also, beware of Old Navy flip flops (the old kind at least) because the bricks and paint get really slippery when it rains! The majority of students here are on some form of scholarship - whether it be Florida Bright Futures, academic scholarships, athletic scholarships, etc. In regards to financial background, most students seem to come from a middle class family, but have hopes of establishing themselves more financially in the future. In regards to politics, not everyone is educated and aware of what is going on. There are political parties for FSU's Student Government Association (SGA), College Republicans, College Democrats, etc. Overall, I see FSU as a predominately left university, though it is very easy to find students with opposing political stances.

I haven't seen much racial issues although i've notice the student body tends to be a little separated when it comes to fraternities and sororities. i think anyone can fit in here unless you are just completely into the big city scene because FSU is NOT that at all. A lot of students here are from south florida i've noticed. I see a lot of wealthier students here mainly in the sorority/ fraternity scene. but there are students from all family income levels. A lot of students talk about what they'll earn oneday. that's what we're here for right?