Yesterday afternoon Murphy said he had not yet received the letter or had any formal contact with any of the concerned students since he distributed his response, but welcomes the chance to meet with the students.

In addition to the letter yesterday, the students have also set up an information table in the lobby of Gutman Library this week.

"From nine to four we have had people sitting there, answering questions," Fang said.

When compiling their letter Monday, students incorporated the responses and reactions they have been getting from students who have come to the table.

Many students interviewed last night said they approved of the fight for greater diversity at GSE and appreciated the work of the involved students.

"It should be an issue for the entire student body," masters student Leila C. Joseffer said. "They've done a really good job facilitating debate for the student body with the rally and things."

But other students said they are not as involved as much as they could be.

Masters student Marc A. Johnson, who is the communications officer for the Black Student Union, said he has tremendous respect for Murphy, but he noted the hard work of the students.

"In the course of the year they've made some definite strides toward getting the administration to pay attention to what they're saying," he said.

Johnson said that although he appreciates the group's effort, he would not take part in a discussion such as the one on May 20.

"I haven't had a poor experience with faculty," he said. "I was satisfied by the quality and quantity of diversity discussions in class."

Regardless of his experience, he said he still supports the students' activities.

"I have a lot of faith in the administration, but I don't think it hurts for any constituency to keep them on their toes and keep them committed to diversity," he said.