University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Top Questions

I think the U is probably the most diverse campus in the midwest. There are several different groups that call this campus home. In Dinkytown there are several different churches of all affiliations, as well as a large blend of racially diverse individuals. As part of the GLBT community I have found that the resources at the U are very impressive. There are several GLBT scholarships available as well as other support and social networks available. The weather plays a large part in what students wear to class. On colder days and most Mondays sweatpants are fairly typical but I have seen almost every brand name in on classroom. I have several friends that shop clearance racks and never think twice about heading to the back of the stores for the best deals. Minnesota isn't much a trend setting state so it would be foolish for all the students to think that spending a lot of money around here will make a lot of difference as far as social status.

Very diverse- great.

Everyone is super open-minded here. I have yet to face any discrimination of any kind. People mainly dress casually: jeans, t-shirts, sweats, etc.

Diversity is a huge and awesome part of this campus. I personally came from a small predominantly white town to here, and I love the fact that I have had the oppurtunity to meet so many people and learn about there cultures. There are many people that are from small towns, but also many that come from the cities, and there is also a large number of international students here at the U. Besides racial diversity there are many other diverse groups here at the U. A huge group that not only is represented by a student organization, but also has its own living learning communtiy in the dorms is GLBTA. Many people are completely comfortable with this. Most religions are also represented by student groups, there really is something for EVERYONE.