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Framing The Dialogue: A New, Collaborative Approach To The Hazing Dilemma, Malinda M. Matney Ph.D., Simone Himbeault Taylor Ph.D.
Framing The Dialogue: A New, Collaborative Approach To The Hazing Dilemma, Malinda M. Matney Ph.D., Simone Himbeault Taylor Ph.D.
Journal of Sorority and Fraternity Life Research and Practice
The University of Michigan’s disciplinary process requires bringing charges against individual students. An unexpected situation of nine simultaneous hazing cases during the 2004 fall term magnified the challenge of identifying responsible individuals in such cases. While the institution could have charged the leaders of the fraternities or sororities involved, instead it created and implemented the Community Education and Development Model to change the ingrained behavior and culture of the organizations. The focus was on enlivening the communitybuilding potential of fraternities and sororities. What follows is a discussion of the intervention and subsequent assessment, which illustrates potential challenges and opportunities with …
The Effects Of Sorority Recruitment On Self-Esteem, Lauren Chapman, Joan B. Hirt, Nicklaus R. Spruill
The Effects Of Sorority Recruitment On Self-Esteem, Lauren Chapman, Joan B. Hirt, Nicklaus R. Spruill
Journal of Sorority and Fraternity Life Research and Practice
Mental health issues among college students are of increasing concern to administrators (Kitzrow, 2003). Self-esteem is a concept central to mental health (Kittleson, 1989) and can be linked to the social situations found in college settings, especially those that deal with rejection (Caunt, 2003; Eisenberger & Lieberman, 2004; Steffenhagen & Burns, 1987). Sorority recruitment is a process that can include rejection (National Panhellenic Conference, n.d.) and, thus, may negatively affect self-esteem. The purpose of this study was to determine how the sorority recruitment experience affects the self-esteem of participants. First, we explored whether self-esteem differed between two groups of potential …
Front Matter & Table Of Contents, Oracle
Front Matter & Table Of Contents, Oracle
Journal of Sorority and Fraternity Life Research and Practice
No abstract provided.
Fraternity As “Enabling Environment:” Does Membership Lead To Gambling Problems?, J. Patrick Biddix Ph.D., Thomas W. Hardy Ph.D.
Fraternity As “Enabling Environment:” Does Membership Lead To Gambling Problems?, J. Patrick Biddix Ph.D., Thomas W. Hardy Ph.D.
Journal of Sorority and Fraternity Life Research and Practice
Researchers have suggested that fraternity membership is the most reliable predictor of gambling and gambling problems on campus. The purpose of this study was to determine if problematic gambling could be linked to specific aspects of fraternity membership. Though the null hypothesis (no enabling environment) failed to be rejected, descriptive analysis confirms that moderate rates of problem gambling are exhibited by subsets of fraternity members (officers, younger members, those who live with other members). Further, predictive analysis revealed that gambling online and betting on skill games, such as golf or pool, increased the likelihood of problem gambling among fraternity members. …
Exploring Relationships Between Fraternity And Sorority Membership And Socially Responsible Leadership, John P. Dugan Ph.D.
Exploring Relationships Between Fraternity And Sorority Membership And Socially Responsible Leadership, John P. Dugan Ph.D.
Journal of Sorority and Fraternity Life Research and Practice
Membership in social fraternities and sororities provides a powerful platform for developing college students’ capacity for leadership. The existing knowledge regarding the extent to which it fulfills this goal, however, is relatively sparse. Much of the research on college student leadership relies on definitions that are inconsistent with contemporary conceptualizations. This study addresses this gap by looking at the leadership development of fraternity and sorority members using data from a national study grounded in the social change model. Results indicated fraternity and sorority members scored highest on the leadership value of commitment and lowest on the capacity to navigate change. …
Leadership Development Through The Fraternity Experience And The Relationship To Career Success After Graduation, Danny R. Kelley Ph.D.
Leadership Development Through The Fraternity Experience And The Relationship To Career Success After Graduation, Danny R. Kelley Ph.D.
Journal of Sorority and Fraternity Life Research and Practice
Promoting student leadership development has been an objective of higher learning since the inception of colleges and universities and is also a major tenet espoused in the mission statements of inter/national fraternities. The aim of this study was to evaluate the leadership impact that service as a fraternity chapter president has on students’ self- perceived leadership development. More specifically, this study addressed the self- perceived leadership impact the fraternity experience has on students’ careers.
Hazing In Student Organizations: Prevalence, Attitudes, And Solutions, Stephen S. Owen Ph.D., Tod W. Burke, David Vichesky
Hazing In Student Organizations: Prevalence, Attitudes, And Solutions, Stephen S. Owen Ph.D., Tod W. Burke, David Vichesky
Journal of Sorority and Fraternity Life Research and Practice
This article reports the results of a survey exploring hazing in student organizations. First, a typology of hazing behaviors was constructed through factor analysis. Second, respondents reported the prevalence of hazing, and results were compared across type of student organization. Third, respondents indicated their attitudes about hazing, and results were compared between perpetrators of hazing and their victims. Finally, respondents assessed the efficacy of various solutions to hazing, and results were compared between those who had perpetrated acts of hazing and those who had not. The results were used to construct a theoretical model of hazing behavior on college campuses, …
The Struggles Of Research In Fraternity And Sorority Life, Eric Norman Ed.D.
The Struggles Of Research In Fraternity And Sorority Life, Eric Norman Ed.D.
Journal of Sorority and Fraternity Life Research and Practice
No abstract provided.
Developing, Implementing, And Evaluating Innovative Sorority Substance Abuse Prevention In The Evidence-Based Era, Andrew Wall Ph.D., Logan Hazen
Developing, Implementing, And Evaluating Innovative Sorority Substance Abuse Prevention In The Evidence-Based Era, Andrew Wall Ph.D., Logan Hazen
Journal of Sorority and Fraternity Life Research and Practice
This article describes the development, implementation, and evaluation of a pilot, multi-faceted, and multi-session alcohol abuse prevention program conducted in conjunction with two sorority chapters. The process and product of the pilot program are illustrative of the use of theory and evidence-based practices in the creation of innovative substance abuse prevention efforts among fraternal organizations within higher education. Findings point to practical implementation challenges and to promising evidence of program impact. Recommendations inform practitioners in implementing evidence-based practices with fraternal chapters.
Front Matter & Table Of Contents, Oracle
Front Matter & Table Of Contents, Oracle
Journal of Sorority and Fraternity Life Research and Practice
No abstract provided.
Using Cost-Benefit Analysis For Fraternity And Sorority Affairs Assessment: Creating A Business Case For Student Success In Fraternal Organizations, Michael D'Arcangelo, Jessica R. Berner
Using Cost-Benefit Analysis For Fraternity And Sorority Affairs Assessment: Creating A Business Case For Student Success In Fraternal Organizations, Michael D'Arcangelo, Jessica R. Berner
Journal of Sorority and Fraternity Life Research and Practice
Cost-benefit analysis can be an effective method for programmatic assessment, evaluation, and validation in fraternity/sorority affairs. This article provides an overview of a model cost-effectiveness assessment strategy outlined by Kennedy, Moran, and Upcraft (2001) and a cost-benefit study of the Rochester Institute of Technology fraternity/sorority program. Special attention is given to providing credible methods for fraternity/sorority professionals to measure programs using data related to organizational efficacy and student retention and applying that data to guide public perception. Recommendations for application on other campuses are provided in an effort to improve assessment practices and aid institutions in assessing the value of …
Comparing Fraternity/Sorority Professionals’ Knowledge Of Eating Disorders With Other Student Personnel Administrators, Michelle L. Nicopolis Ph.D.
Comparing Fraternity/Sorority Professionals’ Knowledge Of Eating Disorders With Other Student Personnel Administrators, Michelle L. Nicopolis Ph.D.
Journal of Sorority and Fraternity Life Research and Practice
This study examined disordered eating behaviors in regard to detection, prevention, intervention, and referral by college student personnel professionals. A survey was used to assess the level of knowledge pertaining to eating disorder among administrators of two of the largest at-risk student groups on campus: fraternity/sorority affiliated students and student athletes. ANOVA and correlation analyses were used to evaluate eating disorder knowledge levels. Recommendations include encouraging college student personnel professionals to seek out educational materials and training to educate themselves about eating disorders to help refer students who may be struggling with this health concern.