<p>“Actually, it is more than simply checking the box. You’l right your diversity statement saying how this has shaped you and what your experiences bring to the table.”</p>
<p>No. It’s usually just checking the box, especially if you are AA, NA, Mexican, or Puerto Rican (100%, 50%, 25%, 10%, whatever). A diversity statement is for people who can’t check boxes that would give them advantage (Asian, White, Indian, etc.).</p>