Whats up with this?

Question

I go to a university and it seems like it is segregated! The few blacks that do go to my school all hang out in groups, and the whites are all in their groups. Occasionally you might see a group of white students and one black guy/girl in there. Yup...only one!
All the asians are in groups too!


And no...I dont hang in groups; I still really dont know anyone yet but I do know that Im not just going to make friends with people of my own race! Its crazy! Here you'd see a sea of white students walking around, and then a small group of black students standing together.
Why is it this way?

Answer 1

Because most high schools are that way for a variety of reasons, and so that is the gang that went to the same college from either a single high school or cross-town groups which were based on race in high school. That is, they already know each other, and they feel they can trust one another -- and share the same taste in music and entertainments, etc.

It takes an effort to integrate a school. People have to decide that they want to learn what other people think and feel, make a point to reach out across barriers.

It was relatively easy for me when I was in college because I was an Opportunity student, there because I was "po' white trash," as we jokingly called ourselves, and a minority within the Opportunity program. When we had OP gatherings, we accepted the teasing of the Black and Native American students, and were accepted by them as a result.

But of course your classes and your dormitories are probably integrated, so if you make the effort to talk to some of the students who seem willing, like you, to reach across barriers, you may find that the other students get the idea, too, and you will have a much more interesting group of friends.

Answer 2

I think it is because people are naturally more comfortable with their own. It's natural to gravitate to your own culture. My first week of college was different. I had a white roomate and she was rather neutral. As I ventured out on campus - I saw the same thing you saw - but when I needed help and would ask the black students where to find this or that - they looked at me as if I were a cotton ball. I would ask a white student and they would offer to walk me there. Soon, I found that the white students were more friendly than the blacks. One day I was sitting on the steps of my dorm when one of the white 'groups' I had met came by and asked me to go with them to the "Rathskeller' - the coffee shop for the students. I agreed and friends were formed that night. I had so much fun. There were two other blacks in the group among 5 or so whites. These became my buddies. And you know what happened? The black students surrounded me one night when I was alone and wanted to know why I was hanging with 'the white folks'- and I let them have it! I told them I had no prejudice against anyone and when I attempted to befriend them - they ignored me, laughed at me and made me feel stupid. The whites made me feel welcome on campus and we became great friends. As time went on, those same blacks found me to be open, carefree and a good hearted person. Eventually, a couple of them became part of the group. What I learned from the experience is this: people will be people no matter what. It is up to us to make the differences. I was friendly and I made myself available to those who were friendly to me. You should do the same. Sit near someone different and strike up a conversation. It may be about an assignment, encourage interracial study groups. Sit near others in the cafeteria. Go to parties that the different frats and soros may have.

The world we live in is not separate - that's why it makes no sense. Eventually, we have to work together, live in communities and apartments near and with each other. It seems that we take so long to learn about one another because we are afraid to step out from among the crowd, the group and be different. Good luck to you. I hope you find a genuine friend.

Answer 3

Welcome to the real world... People are so closed minded, some things may never change - Including that hidden hatred between races.

Many people tend to look at people in separate races not as people, but rather as their race.

The only way to cure such things is to educate the youth strictly to stop assimilating and start collaborating; there needs to be an acceptance and embracing of universal culture.

Answer 4

The comfort zone is what the whole thing is about. People, students especially, have not explored what the other races have to contribute. They might be pleasantly surprised if they did. It continues. Personally, I would NEVER be blocked off with one race of people. I love people and to this day, I would still get to know as many as I could. I don't care how diverse they were. Peace, Love and God Bless.

Answer 5

When I went to school, it was like that. I guess it's because they like to hang out with people who can relate to them or understand their culture. The school I went to was predominantly black. The white students probably felt intimidated so they never sat with us at lunch. It only happens at lunchtime the seperation thing.

Answer 6

did it use to be that way?if it really have been happen it looks like u opinion may be all rigth if it doesn`t the opposit could be the answer.besides one more question could be asked, does the people have been relating to each others normally,politely,sweetly,and giving the right attention that evryone are lookin for, they share their attention politily?
it seems to be normal that folk doesn`t trust in others easely because the bad results that could came but it doesn`t look to be normal that folk remain themselves always apart from each others,at this point I agree with you.So How the leaders`s school act and understad this?

Answer 7

It's like that no matter where you go, people naturally congregate with like people. Don't worry, you will have a diversified group of friends if you want to though.

Answer 8

I remember this particular saying anyway. "Birds of the same feather flocks together!"

It seems this the only thing i can think of, else people is just like that, they go with the group where they feel comfortable and where they are very welcome!

Answer 9

As the year goes on and people become acquainted in classes and activities, they start to venture out of their "comfort zones" and will become acquainted with others.

Answer 10

ppl hang out with who they feel comfortable with don't down the black group cuz they may be your support