Group cohesiveness and poly-culturalism: The study of student nomads in Malang

Students in Malang is derived from the background of a diverse culture. Students nomads have a community called the organization of the area. The interaction between cultures is very prone to conflict and friction that very harmful. The prevention of conflict can be done with poly-culturalism or the belief that each group has interacted with each other and provide a positive influence. But, the cohesiveness of the group owned by a regional organization as the internal strength of the group can be a barrier in the relationship between the organization of the area. The purpose of this study is to determine whether there is a correlation between group cohesiveness with poly-culturalism on student nomads in Malang. This research is quantitative research, using purposive sampling techniques. The research instrument used the Group Cohesiveness Scale and Poly-culturalism Scale. The results showed that there is a significant positive relationship between group cohesiveness and poly culturalism on student nomads in Malang. Group cohesiveness which is owned by the students of the nomads in Malang does not inhibit the formation of poly-culturalism