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I don't feel that anybody would be out of place at OU, there is such a variety of people. In a class of 400 or so people you will see so many different types of people and different ways of dressing; most wear sweats or shorts and a t-shirt although there are the few girls who feel the need to dress up for class everyday (even if it is at 8 in the morning).

I love the people at OU. Everyone is very open and friendly. There are all kinds of different peopel here, and I really like that. We are definitely a casual group when it comes to what we wear to class. Apparently we love our school hoodies more than most schools. Campus as a whole is more liberal, but there are conservatives too.

I came from a really diverse high school, so sometimes I feel that even OU with the great diversity isn't enough sometimes. While the majority of OHIO is white middle-upper class students, I've encountered people of all races, religions, economic statuses and sexual orientations. Pretty much opposite of Miami and their carbon-copy population. There are a lot of Asians surprisingly, from their study abroad program so I always see them around. There are a lot of clubs for different races and religions to get involved in if one does want to join that sort of group. Students typically never wear anything besides comfy clothes to class. Some days wearing jeans may even be too dressy. Many students are politically aware and active, and uptown on Court there are sometimes rallies uptown. Mostly the population leans toward the liberal side of the spectrum.

The students are very diverse, whether in their race, religion, class, sexual orientation, or even just in their interests. I love meeting new people, hearing their stories and experiences, and learning from them. I think there's a place for everyone at OU. Overall, OU seems to be pretty liberal, but for me, that makes me feel right at home. I think the greatest thing about OU's students is that all in all, everyone is just so nice and sincere. When I was making my college decision and talked to students from OU, I felt that they were friendly, trustworthy, and generous.

sweatshirt and jeans are the average outfit. students typically find a group and stick to it.

The students are great and interact with each other very well. I never expected to come to a school this big and be able to see someone I know on my way to every class. It's just the way it is and if you don't know someone there can happen to be a friendly meeting on the sand volleyball courts or just on the green in general to meet different people. Most OU students are from Ohio or PA.

There is not a student who should feel out of place at OU. OU is not very racially diverse, but there is little racial conflict on our campus. People are generally accepting here and each unique person is what makes OU a great place.

There's a huge variety of students here!

I defintely think that OHIOs students are very diverse personality wise. I think anyone could fit in and find someone they like here. Everyone is extremely friendly to everyone even if they aren't friends. MOstly, OU is made up of white middle to upper middle class liberals, I would say.

This is one of the most liberal places I have been, and potentially one of the most supportive and accepting for students who are not in the majority, especially LGBT. Student dress is typically casual, jeans/tees at times sweatclothing. In terms of race, there is a separation and little interaction. Middle class backgrounds seem most prevalent. There are a strong activist left wing group and many right wing students feel out of place, or at least challenged.