Demographic Analysis of Bias and Privilege at a Small Midwestern University

Abstract

This study explored how students responded to four scales related to bias and white privilege on a small, predominantly white, midwestern campus. Four research questions were examined: 1) which racial group has the most bias directed towards it 2) are there any gender differences in racial bias 3) do individuals have biases towards one or all racial groups 4) how do individuals respond to the white privilege scale? All questions were designed to examine how majority and minority groups responded to questions. Asians were found to receive the most racial bias. Males were found to hold more racial bias. Additionally, having one group-based bias was predictive of having a bias toward the other minority groups. Majority and minority responses to the white privilege scale will be discussed.