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An ethnic group is a human population whose members identify with each other, usually on the basis of a presumed common genealogy or ancestry (Smith 1986). Ethnic groups are also usually united by common cultural, behavioural, linguistic, or religious practices. In this sense, an ethnic group is also a cultural community.
From an objective standpoint, an ethnic group is also an endogamous population, that is, members of an ethnic group procreate primarily with other members of their ethnic group, something which is measurable in terms of characteristic average genetic frequencies. These differences, however, usually do not approach the magnitude of racial difference in that the genetic differences within an ethnic group are greater than the difference between any two ethnic groups. The characteristic of endogamy is reinforced by proximity, cultural familiarity, and also social pressure (in extreme cases, by legal command) to procreate within the ethnic group.
Types of ethnic group
In general, two types of ethnic groups have arisen in human history. The earliest form is the kinship-based ethnic group most closely corresponding to the term "tribe". As human populations became more mobile, another type of ethnic group arose, most closely associated with the evolution of the state ("country"), as the opportunity to procreate outside the old kinship systems presented itself. Invasion, migration, and pan-ethnic religions have contributed to a further evolution of new ethnic groups out of the mixture of older ethnic groups. At the same time, ethnic distinction can persist, even within the bounds of a single country as long as members of an ethnic group procreate primarily among themselves, for various reasons. More on [ Ethnic group ]
dark, dry, ethnic, improv., and parodies amuse me, too. also.
jerica_lalane (jerica horn) Sat, 07 Nov 2009 07:29:54 -0000
dark, dry, ethnic, improv., and parodies amuse me, too. also.
The ethnic man is playing a flute! http://yfrog.us/0486336195z
kaisdavis (Kai S. Davis) Sat, 07 Nov 2009 07:27:15 -0000
The ethnic man is playing a flute! http://yfrog.us/0486336195z
Guest Post: Simply Life in India « Travel Eat Love: Indian food is one of my absolute favorite ethnic cuisines;.. http://bit.ly/nIXNn
radkamrin (Austina Thornley) Sat, 07 Nov 2009 07:13:14 -0000
Guest Post: Simply Life in India « Travel Eat Love: Indian food is one of my absolute favorite ethnic cuisines;.. http://bit.ly/nIXNn
Guest Post: Simply Life in India « Travel Eat Love: Indian food is one of my absolute favorite ethnic cuisines;.. http://bit.ly/1JtE5U
radkamrin (Austina Thornley) Sat, 07 Nov 2009 07:13:13 -0000
Guest Post: Simply Life in India « Travel Eat Love: Indian food is one of my absolute favorite ethnic cuisines;.. http://bit.ly/1JtE5U
Hotels & Resorts, India: Looking for Hotel in Jodhpur: Nirali Dhani � First Ethnic Fun, Food Destination with H.. http://bit.ly/2hH25K
travel_guide_in (Travel) Sat, 07 Nov 2009 07:10:39 -0000
Hotels & Resorts, India: Looking for Hotel in Jodhpur: Nirali Dhani � First Ethnic Fun, Food Destination with H.. http://bit.ly/2hH25K
With the boys. Pizza, beer, shots, pool and hot over- sized ethnic dancers! Holler :)
lacylivealittle (Lacy Hafen) Sat, 07 Nov 2009 07:10:28 -0000
With the boys. Pizza, beer, shots, pool and hot over- sized ethnic dancers! Holler :)
African Student Association - Texas AM chapter of international organization. Provides photographs and news, message board, resources such as phone card links, and information about Africa.
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Association for Norwegian Students Abroad - An organisation set up to help Norwegian students who study abroad.
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Berkeley Cambodian Student Association - Promotes the Khmer culture on the University of California at Berkeley campus through various events and activities.
Caribbean Student Organization at MSU - Special interest group whose goal is to facilitate college level education for Caribbean Students at Midwestern State University.
Meta Description: [ The Caribbean Student Organization is a special interest group whose goal is to facilitate college level education for Caribbean Students at Midwestern State University ]
Case Western Reserve University's Undergraduate Indian Students Association - Photos, roster of officers, upcoming events and links.
Meta Description: [ Find information on upcoming events, check out photos of previous events, and see what's goin' down at the Undergraduate Indian Students Association at Case Western Reserve University! ]
Friends of India - Information for students joining Cleveland State University to assist Indian students and to promote cultural events at CSU for the Indian community.
Meta Description: [ Friends of India, Web Developer: Sudheer Gubba, Cleveland State University ]
Indian Students in US - Provides information for Indian Students in US.
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Korean-American Student Association at George Washington University - Mission statement, photo gallery, officers, events and related information.
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Morgan State University Caribbean Students Association - Information and resources for Caribbean students at Morgan State University in Baltimore, Maryland.
MOSAIC- Minorities Offering Students An Interactive Community. - As a newly registered student group at Michigan State University, which promotes different cultures and educate the MSU community about diversity.
MU Celtic Club - A club at the University of Missouri-Columbia which studies Celtic history and culture and has activities each semester.
Nepalese Student Society in Germany - Provides information on the government and constitution of Nepal, along with news and membership information.
Pakistani Students Association at the University of California, Irvine - Recent and upcoming events, photos, history of Pakistan, national anthem and related information.
Permias / Indonesian Students Association - in Denver, Colorado, USA.
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Permias Chicago - Independent Indonesian student organization committed to representing the Indonesian students and the Indonesian society in Chicago at large.
Rutgers University Association of Indians - Promotes Indian social and cultural awareness to the university.
South Asian Students Association - Information on events, news, links, officers and members interest in South Asian culture at the University of Washington.
The Egyptian Student Association in North America - Connects Egyptian students with relevant news and information.
Today's Organization of Pilipinos (TOP) - Long Beach City College group which sponsors events to celebrate and educate about the Filipino heritage through song and dance.
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Ukrainian Student Association - Overview of club plus information on events, officers and members. State University of New York at Albany.
University of Toronto Chinese Engineering Students Association (CESA) - Founded by Chinese engineering students, but welcoming all to promote Chinese culture, friendship, and mutual support. Photo gallery, event description, newspaper, and discussion forum provided.
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