P-03 Multicultural Experiences and Diverse Friend Networks
Abstract
The current study examined the relationship between an individual’s desire for multicultural experiences (MD), lived multicultural experiences (ME) and the diversity of one’s friend networks (DFN). I hypothesized that the more diverse experiences a participant had or desired, the more diverse their friend network would be. 187 undergraduate students participated in this study. Both ME and MD were positively correlated with DFN (r = 0.25, r = 0.32). ME and MD were also significantly correlated with each other (0.43). Because all variables are positively correlated a mediational relationship will also be tested and the results discussed.
Location
Buller Hallway
Start Date
3-6-2015 2:30 PM
End Date
3-6-2015 4:00 PM
P-03 Multicultural Experiences and Diverse Friend Networks
Buller Hallway
The current study examined the relationship between an individual’s desire for multicultural experiences (MD), lived multicultural experiences (ME) and the diversity of one’s friend networks (DFN). I hypothesized that the more diverse experiences a participant had or desired, the more diverse their friend network would be. 187 undergraduate students participated in this study. Both ME and MD were positively correlated with DFN (r = 0.25, r = 0.32). ME and MD were also significantly correlated with each other (0.43). Because all variables are positively correlated a mediational relationship will also be tested and the results discussed.
Acknowledgments
J.N. Andrews Honors Scholar
Advisor: Melissa Ponce-Rodas, Psychology