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I’ve experienced first hand the necessity of diversity in a learning environment. Without diversity new ideas are rarely created, debates and discussions are meaningless, and we cannot progress intellectually. However, with a diverse classroom we can experience the viewpoints of people with completely different upbringings and work together to solve difficult problems. Ever since ninth grade my goal has been to get rid of this hive mentality by promoting both ethnic diversity and diversity of thought in my high school. I set out to prove to my classmates that everyone’s opinions and experiences are important, no matter the color of our skin. I constantly organize presentations and talks with my peers to discuss the importance of diversity in our school. In these tumultuous times, being aware of diversity is more …show more content…

As the vice president of the Black Student Union (BSU) I’ve created lectures and lesson plans for club meetings where we invite students from all different backgrounds to discuss today’s issues. Currently the BSU works to foster a sense of unity within my school’s black community; however, I’ve been working to transform BSU into a forum for all people to share their ideas and beliefs. Ethnic diversity isn’t my only goal at BSU. My hope is that this club will promote equality, diversity of thought, and the unhindered flow of ideas through my peers. I have also taken my leadership skills out of the classroom and onto the track. As the captain I work to ensure that everyone feels a part of the track family. I always make sure to look out for the little guy, the freshman who can’t seem to get his start right or the kid who has trouble handling the baton. My goals on the track team are similar to my work in the classroom. I want to ensure that everyone is recognized for their talents and abilities regardless of their

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