Continued Exclusion

Continued racism, isolation, and marginalization of people of color in the social scene even after bringing black sororities to campus

Although historically black sororities were brough to campus and created a social space for some black women, many minority students continue to feel isolated and left out of the larger social scene of the student community. Students of color organized various different events and clubs to provide a safe space where marginalized individuals could unite. Opinion pieces highlight the restrictive nature of the institution in regards to student activism and the university’s claims of “diversity” and “inclusivity.” The emotions and opinions of minority students are brought to light as university practices are speculated upon.

Minority student recruitment at the University of Richmond is inferred to be “bleak” in the future because, “there is nothing for minority students on campus if you don’t drink or are not part of Greek Life.”

*Creation of the Common Ground Commission mentioned as the university’s way of expanding its efforts to diversify campus

Michael Rogers, opinion editor, writes that, “conversations about race are rare,” at the University of Richmond. We can read his opinion on ‘reverse discrimination’ and how, “it would only come after people of every race were placed on a level playing ground.”

An opinion piece that exposes the student body and the larger university community for claiming to be “inclusive” and “diverse” yet has failed to go through a significant period of growth. The restrictive institution is focused on as the source for passivity throughout the student body.

This letter focuses on the lack of diversity on campus although the university consistently boasts its achievements surrounding race. Topics such as non-Greek life, dining hall seating, and co-ed service fraternities are all touched upon as the social life at UR is criticized.