There may be some people who don t want you there. Don t worry, your rights are secure and the price for these rights has been paid already. Not only should you help educate others about your culture, but also make sure to take time to learn about others and their customs. You will never have more opportunities to learn about yourself and others than during your college years. It will be tempting to ignore who you are, but it will cause much pain in the long run.
Every situation is different.
Realistically, it s not always so easy for students of color. Yet, if utilized properly, the intrinsic lesson students of color offer, just by being there, can make a world of difference for themselves, the people they encounter, and the college as a whole.