A space of their own: ethnic-themed dorms offer a supportive environment for minorities, but critics say they stunt personal growth by promoting self-segregation.
Diverse Issues in Higher Education › December 11, 2008
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A space of their own: ethnic-themed dorms offer a supportive environment for minorities, but critics say they stunt personal growth by promoting self-segregation.
As soon as he learned of his Cornell University housing options, Darin Jones knew he wanted to live in the African-American-themed dorm. Having grown up in Black neighborhoods, he didn't want to risk being the only Black student in a hall or entire floor elsewhere on campus.
Now a junior majoring in policy analysis and management, Jones is living in the same dorm for a third year. He credits its family-like atmosphere in helping him earn a 3.0 grade...See the full content of this document
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