Paper On Diversity

Diversity is a very layered concept with many different meanings. In its many forms, whether racial, religious or ethnic, it is my belief that the most important aspect of diversity in any institution is the variety of ideas and perspectives. Diversity, contrary to common perception, is not exclusive to external variation, but a much more complex concept. Though external differences may be some of the factors that contribute to varying ideas, they are not what truly makes each person different. A person is the sum of their experiences, and it is these unique experiences that make us individual. What I value most in other people are each person’s internal differences. I believe that I achieve my best work when working with people of differing experiences from my own. Our differing perspectives on issues and ideas for solutions are what will lead to the most cohesive result.
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I recognized that listening to and aiming to understand one another are crucial for successful advancements. I joined many extracurricular activities with an intention of communicating this knowledge to others, including Student Council, the school newspaper, Model United Nations, and the Student Ambassador & School Tour Guide group. These groups allowed me a position to express my belief that, when we are discussing diversity, we should continue to look further than the surface. Furthermore, I put myself in situations to learn more about diversity and how it impacts work dynamics. Though I was the only person of color present in my summer internship group in Maine, the more prominent diversity was in our approaches to situations. Our success was attributable to the respect that we showed one another, regardless of differing opinions. The experience enhanced my understanding of the value of diversity