A new study suggests that “ethnic spaces” at universities in the U.S. help students from underrepresented minority groups feel a greater sense of belonging and engagement with their campus. “This suggests the importance of these spaces is partly about the signal they send,” said lead author Dr.
Teri Kirby, senior lecturer at the University of Exeter in the U.K. “They are more than just gathering places — they show students from underrepresented ethnic groups that they are welcome at the university.” Many universities already have designated facilities, such as social areas and cultural centers, specifically for minority students.
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