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Sociology

Brigham Young University

1964

Mormon Church

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A Study Of Boy Scout And Aaronic Priesthood Activity (Boys Age Twelve To Fourteen) In Selected Lds Wards, Orval Leonard Nelson Jan 1964

A Study Of Boy Scout And Aaronic Priesthood Activity (Boys Age Twelve To Fourteen) In Selected Lds Wards, Orval Leonard Nelson

Theses and Dissertations

This study had two main purposes. Its first is to test the theoretical proposition that there is a carry-over into other systems of behavior as a result of group cohesion. For example, as scouting activities increased, Aaronic Priesthood activities increased. And according to the reference group theory, individuals join reference groups to fulfill certain needs, wants, goals, etc. In an active Boy Scout program many of these needs, wants, and goals are satisfied as the boys participate in the activities outlined by the Boy Scouts of America. Furthermore, once these needs are satisfied, change toward conformity tends to carry over …


A Study Of Lds Seminary Libraries, F. Burton Winters Jan 1964

A Study Of Lds Seminary Libraries, F. Burton Winters

Theses and Dissertations

This paper is devoted to an examination of seminary libraries. The study has a threefold purpose:
1. To determine some basic professional standards for seminary libraries.
2. To make a study among seminary faculties and students to determine library size, operation method, and use.
3. To draw conclusions and make recommendations that may be helpful to seminaries in maintaining adequate libraries.