James Smith

Being labeled based on appearances is a problem that many students face every day. Bobcat Update's James Smith has more on the story.

Negative stereotypes can have an impact, especially when the perceptions are wrong.
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Many students feel they get typecast into categories based on how they look.
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Ethnicity and gender also are factors.
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Even organizations like Greek Life.
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That's why students say the best way to combat stereotypes is to address them head on.
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And most importantly, just being yourself.
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Every student is unique in his or her own way and has a right to be respected. The key is for people to be more open-minded and less judgmental. For Bobcat Update, I'm James Smith.