"The whole is greater than the sum of its parts." -Aristotle
Diversity is one of our core values at the University of Maryland. In order to provide a stellar education and foster outstanding research, we embrace the intellectual, social and cultural differences that are integral to the fabric of our community. The strength of the university is realized through the contributions of every member of our campus. Describe the parts that add up to the sum of you.

解析：在六十年代的民权运动过后，美国社会风气倾向于以一种矫枉过正的方式维护非裔西裔等所谓「弱势族群」的相关利益。虽然这与国际学生并未有直接的联系，但是申请者仍需认真对待。一般来说可以适当（但绝不能过分）体现自身的文化特色。如是少数民族或已经在美国中学就读，应该更加会有话可说。除此之外，要体现自身兼容并蓄，乐观开朗的性格。切忌显露出优越感(condescension)或成见(stereotype)。查看详细攻略