Source: University Affairs | Image Credit: Kochstrasse
Some overseas students have found themselves worried about moving to North America for their studies due to ongoing racial tensions. While a recent article in University Affairs highlights students from Asian countries, this group certainly is not the first to experience such apprehension. While any instance of racism on a Canadian college or university campus will be dealt with by the proper authorities, the fact remains that even one racist incident is too many.
International students coming to Canada should know that faculty and their fellow students will support them if they need to talk or feel worried about stories they see online. Campuses in Canada are largely very multicultural with students who come from all walks of life. Many have felt the same way and are more than happy to help newcomers through what they might be going through. When it comes to equality, we are all in this together.
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