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The Long-Term Effects of College Diversity Experiences: Well-Being and Social Concerns 13 Years After Graduation
- Journal of College Student Development
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- Volume 52, Number 6, November/December 2011
- pp. 729-239
- 10.1353/csd.2011.0075
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Many college administrators and researchers assert that diversity interactions are critical for preparing young adults for a diverse society, but very little research has examined the long-term impact of these experiences. This study examines a longitudinal sample of college students (n = 416) who were followed into their mid-30s. Structural equation modeling analyses indicate that college engagement with racial/cultural diversity has a positive, indirect effect on personal growth, purpose in life, recognition of racism, and volunteer work 13 years after graduation.