Question: Would you consider going to a cultural student organization meeting that you are not a part of, or is a different culture from you? Why or why not?

“It depends on what the other culture is and my reasons for wanting to go. It changes with the times.”

Janelle Shankin

Sophomore

Human resource management

Commerce, Michigan

“Yes. Personally, I’ve traveled a lot, and it’s always an eye-opening experience to talk to people with a different background than you.” 

Brian Schrotenboer

Senior

Geology 

Hudsonville, Michigan

“Yes, because it’s important for students to know what’s happening besides what’s happening in their culture. Diversity is key.” 

Ariana Jordan 

Senior

Communications

Chicago, Illinois

“I would. I’d like to learn about another culture, but I might be intimidated to go alone.” 

Marilyn Szudzik

Senior

Psychology 

Grand Rapids, Michigan