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A multitude of language, cultures, and nationalities. Everywhere you tum at WMC, you will see students, faculty, and staff coming from all comers of the globe. Currently, Western Maryland College is in the process of moving towards the future and becoming a more culturally diverse school. There are numerous international students on campus who truly feel that they belong among the other members of the student body. These students hold influential campus positions such as members of the Residence Life staff. In addition, the Westminster community is fortunate to have numerous Hungarian students residing on our campus from WMC at Budapest. These foreign students enjoy sharing their culture, customs, and language as well as becoming a part of American society. Furthermore, some professors are natives of foreign countries and encourage aiding students in exploring other cultures. For example, Colette Henriette was born in Madagascar and likes to tell students about her background. Some students were able 10 have the experience of learning from a visiting professor from Holland in a history class. Therefore, an educational environment should be one full of variations of all sorts. Diversity at WMC is an essential part of the overall learning experience. AgroupofWMCstudent,enjoys a meal away from GLAR Throughouttheyear.friendsliked to eat out in the various Westminster restaurants. Two students enjoy each others' company outside of Decker College Center. Theyweretaking a break between classes 61