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Diversity allows us to see difference

November 9, 2023 difference, diversity, Durham, NH, Rachel Vaughn, university systems of New Hampshire

Rachel Vaughn,
Durham, NH

Whether is race or diversity, we get to see the beauty of what makes us different.

We are all humans who feel.

November 9, 2023 Durham, experience, humans, Lily S, NH, university systems of New Hampshire

Lily S,
Durham, NH

As humans, we all have emotions and feelings. Although our experiences make us different, together we are one. Race shouldn’t be something that divides us. We are more alike than people realize. It’s important to be aware of this and educate ourselves and others. Once we realize this, we can build a better future for ourselves and future generations.

Keep culture a strong part of families

November 9, 2023 Adam, culture, Durham, Family, NH, strong, university systems of New Hampshire

Adam,
Durham, NH

Culture and different cultures is what keeps people different and unique. Without different thoughts and beliefs, this world would be boring. Cultures are amazing to learn about the different ones and that should never change!

Love knows no color, just connection

November 9, 2023 connection, dating black man, Durham, interracial dating, love, NH, Sarah P, The University System of New Hampshire, white woman

Sarah P,
Durham, NH

p>As a white woman dating a black man, I have gotten questions before about making sure I would be okay with having black children eventually. When I get asked this question, I ignore it, but do think about what would make someone ask this. It never crossed my mind when I started dating him. We should not think about this but instead think about the connections I have with him and how he makes me feel, not his color.

Different colors can make beautiful artwork

November 9, 2023 beautiful, Carter Brown, different colors, Durham, NH

Carter Brown,
Durham, NH

I think if everyone was the same, the world would be boring. When you combine different cultures and people it creates a beautiful piece of artwork, known as human kind. Embracing each others differences and appreciating those difference is the way to create a beautiful world.

Race does not define you

November 9, 2023 Ben, define, Durham, NH, Race, university systems of

Ben,
Durham, NH

Unity blooms in the garden of diversity.

November 9, 2023 bloom, diversity, Durham, garden, Jasmine Ho, NH

Jasmine Ho,
Durham, NH

Unity in diversity is like a garden. The flowers within a garden all vary in color, shape and size and contribute to a whole and experience as a whole. This diversity has an individual and collective charm. When we all come together like this, it can be something beautiful.

Different colors make more interesting artwork.

November 9, 2023 Carter Brown, culture, different colors, Durham, NH, The University System of New Hampshire

Carter Brown,
Durham, NH

I think that the diversity we see in the world today is what makes the world beautiful. If we were all the same the world would be boring and dull, its the combination of cultures that make the world interesting. I think the acceptance of our differences and combination of those differences is what will lead to a more connected world.

We are all the same on the inside

November 9, 2023November 9, 2023 Alexis Lane, Durham, NH, same on the inside, The University System of New Hampshire

Alexis Lane,
Durham, NH

Even though we don’t all look the same, we are the same on the inside. We should embrace our differences and learn about each others cultures.

To be strong in your convictions

November 9, 2023 Ancestors, convictions, Durham, heritage, NH, Nick, strong

Nick,
Durham, NH

Don’t let people tell you what you are and what you are not. You are your own person, and you come from a long line people who have never let others tell them who they should be. Be proud of your heritage, your race, your people, your ancestors, and how far you have come.

I will not let a garage scam me.

November 9, 2023 assume, aterotype, Durham, Michaela Power, NH, scam, The University System of New Hampshire, white, white woman

Michaela Power,
Durham, NH

The moment I received my license, I found that there was a preconceived notion that society had placed upon me. As a white woman, somehow, I am meant to be incapable of understanding the basics of how a car functions. No matter the day, if I ever enter a mechanic shop that is new to me, they WILL try to hustle me. I have seen mechanics try to hustle me for everything under the sun, yet I myself am more than capable of preforming an oil change, replacing my calipers, rotors, and pads in my brake assembly and many other tasks. For some reason it seems as though mechanics (of the men variety) assume I lack knowledge, and will often times put large price tags on work I know will not take as long as they suggest and on parts that I know do not cost as much as they suggest. Not to mention, when I contest this, they often try to subdue me and make me feel as though I do not know what I am talking about. Just because I am a white woman, this does not make me gullible, submissive and mechanically illiterate. I should not have to prove my knowledge just to be seen as an equal when someone like my boyfriend (who also has car knowledge) does not have to say a word and gets better rates and respect.

White people cause all the problems

November 9, 2023 ashamed, assume, blame, Devin, Durham, NH, problems, The University System of New Hampshire, white people

Devin,
Durham, NH

It feels like you hear that more and more nowadays instead of specific people being the cause of these issues. Generalizing the blame to everyone who is white doesn’t feel great. I know some people who are ashamed of being white, I personally think you should be proud of your race regardless of what it might be.

Diversity makes the world more beautiful

November 9, 2023 beautiful, diversity, Durham, Ethan, NH, The University System of New Hampshire

Ethan,
Durham, NH
The University System of New Hampshire

Different traits and characteristics of different peoples make the world a fun and interesting place to live, these differences should be recognized and appreciated.

She is just a white girl

November 9, 2023 assume, basic, citizen, Durham, Emma Steadman, insensitive, NH, racial challenges, The University System of New Hampshire, White girl

Emma Steadman,
Durham, NH
The University System of New Hampshire

As someone who grew up as a white U.S. citizen, I have not personally dealt with many racial challenges. Although I have not had these experiences, I have had others believe false narratives about me being unaware or uneducated about the racial issues others experience. Just because I am white does not mean that I am insensitive or uneducated, I am just a white girl.

Be open to new experiences everywhere!

November 9, 2023 Durham, Mitchel Gagnon, NH, The University System of New Hampshire

Mitchel Gagnon,
Durham, NH
The University System of New Hampshire

Race? Right now in the drive-way?

November 9, 2023November 9, 2023 Anthropology class, Durham, Mandy, NH, The University System of New Hampshire

Mandy,
Durham, NH

A race is like a competition to see who is the fastest?

When I was young I saw a man look at another man he viewed inferior to him, so he challenged that man. He said “If I lose, I leave; if I win, you leave and never do I ever again have to see your face” –except he knew he’d already won without taking a single step outside. The house he stood in quietly cheered for him, despite loudly vocalizing that they were “rooting for the other man.”
It will never be forgotten, despite all the un-nuanced words traded around about the incident that happened. A “race,” a “challenge,” a “threat,” just some things that were said. It wasn’t much worse than those who sat back and invented new events to describe both the men instead.
So, in the end, the first man won without a real race. He was invited back and the second man was never seen again.

Color doesn’t change who you are

November 9, 2023 Anthropology Course, change, Color, Durham, humanity, NH, Rahul Chalumuri, The University System of New Hampshire

Rahul Chalumuri,
Durham, NH
The University System of New Hampshire

The color of your skin shouldn’t change who you are, or who you want to be. Your color of skin shouldn’t make you any different than anyone else. Humanity has reached a point that we are capable to do many things in life, and throughout it all there should be no reason to change who you are based on your color. We are all human.