For some, this Monday is a day off from classes to relax and take a step back from the daily grind.
But for others it is far more important ' a solemn day when we pause, thinking upon the words and actions of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
As Ohio University and Athens strive to become more culturally diverse, it is as important as ever to examine the lessons of Dr. King, especially diversity.
It is a thorny idea that many have argued for and against. It is an issue that affects us everywhere. In recent years, it is the issue that has taken forefront at our university.
OU has taken steps to help attract minority students. With the rise in admission of African-American students and the establishment of the Appalachian scholarship program, it could be inferred that the university is doing a good job to expand its meager minority population.
While this is good thing, we at The Post would like a greater outreach to the other sides of diversity. Groups such as the growing Hispanic population and the persons with disabilities make up an even smaller part of the system here at OU.
While the focus on admission for African-American students is a wonderful thing, sometimes it can overshadow the needs of other minority groups.
It is important to not focus on one aspect of diversity and possibly ignore another. To be a multicultural university ,there has to be many cultures represented. On this day that we celebrate a towering figure in American history, we hope the students here at OU pause to ponder what it means to be a member of this community and all who make it diverse.
So, on this day of reflection, we would like our hope for Ohio University to become your hope. That Dr. King's call for understanding and diversity in all forms is heard here at OU and around the world, as we celebrate his extraordinary life.
Editorials represent the majority opinion of The Post's executive editors.
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While celebrating day off, take time to consider your role in creating a diverse student population
