Jr at Whitney Young

In the book "A Part-time Indian" the main character Junior goes to a school outside of his reservation and becomes an instant outcast on his first day. This is because all the students at his new school, Rearden, had similar aspects of their lives such as economic status, social class, and living areas while Junior was completely different. If Junior were to attend Whitney Young his experience would be complete opposite. This school is diverse in race, culture, and social status which means Junior wouldn't be singled out by everyone. With the school being so diverse it forces students to be open minded since they have to be around it. He would soon enough find a social group to fit into. Junior was a smart person who enjoyed basketball and drawing. These qualities would have placed him in groups of students that flock to those interests. He wouldn't have to hide the fact that he's Indian because he'd be just another race thrown onto the "mixing pot" of Whitney Young. Since he wasn't the wealthiest of people he might be separated from certain crowds because this school offers off-campus lunch. Junior wouldn't be able to afford to eat out so it would be in his favor to have lunch with students who eat cafeteria food. He might be ashamed of his poverty but there would be no need to hide it. He would be an outcast as long as his personality was sub par.