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There is not a very diverse student body at UTK. I think any student of a different race other than American may feel a little out of place, just because there are very few of them. However, all students here at UTK interact with all other students despite their race or ethnicity or religion. We have a lot of political supporters here at UTK and a lot of ways to find out information on current politics.

UT is so diverse. You see different people each day. Students wear everything to class, but you can definitely point out who they associate by what they wear. I do not think different types of students interact which is upsetting. I feel that UT is comprised mainly of students from Nashville and Memphis (and those towns surrounding areas). Many students come from very wealthy financial backgrounds. Students are politically aware/active if they choose to be.

I have done an ACE event with another race. No students feel out of place i dont think, there is to much to be involoved with.Students wear everything to class from a tshirt and shorts to dresses.Yes they do interact. The four tables would be filled with everyone. They are usually from TN. All financial backgrounds are here i feel.

UT is very diverse, but there has been a large influx of students are from Tennessee with the HOPE scholarship.

I don't really have any interaction with those social groups. Anyone who feels out of place here should just go home, because there are TOO many things offered here for them to feel out of place. Some wear their PJs if they have morning classes, but its usually casual unless you have a presentation or something. Yes, I think I interact with different types of students in class that I don't know if I would outside of class. I don't really know about the 4 tables... maybe: Frat boys, sorority girls, the GDIs, and then the computer geniuses?? I think that some people can fool you about their financial backgrounds. UT students are from ALL over. I think for the most part the older students who have already gotten to vote are more politically aware. I would say we are in the south so we're still conservative, but we're leaning a little towards the center. Some kids speak of money outside of school, but I don't talk to them.

My only real experience with a group on campus has been my sorority. I personally do not know what kind of person would feel out of place. I think if you come to UT not knowing a lot of people it is important to get into an organization as soon as possible to help networking, etc. I do see different types of students interacting and I think a lot of that comes from classes and living in the dorms your freshman year. Class is a very casual atmosphere for most people and it is never very dressy. I think most UTK students are from TN which can be intimidating to an out of stater like me!

I haven't had any issues regarding this. There are all kinds of students at UTK, so I don't think any kind of student would feel out of place. Most students wear jeans and a t-shirt to class. Different types of students interact, but a lot of similar types of people hang out together. The tables don't really fit any distinct groups. Most UTK students are from Tennessee. Most students are middle-class. I think that most students are politically aware, but not active. I think they are mainly center. I haven't heard many students discuss future salaries, just future jobs.

I feel UTK is very diverse with many different people. MAjority of people wear comfortable clothes to class.

I've been in religious groups on campus. It was nothing forced or strict. I really think UT is big enough that everyone can find their place and not feel out of place. Most students wear jeans or casual pants and a t-shirt. Hardly anyone really dresses up or tries to look nice for class. A lot of people wear tennishoes too I guess because of all the walking. Different students do interact I think. Probably starts in the class with group projects or an interest in the material. Most UT students are from Tennessee middle class probably. Many students are very politically active. Both parties are well represented I wouldnt say a huge majority is politically active. The only time I hear people talk about how much they'll earn one day is really in a joking way, even the the amount may be true.

I feel like UTK is a very diverse campus, and you can find your niche somewhere. All of the students are very open to different kinds of people or people of different cultures or races.