...membership in fraternities and sororities relates to the prevalence and patterns of substance use in a national sample of full-time US college students. Design Nationally representative probability samples of US high school seniors (modal age 18 years) were followed longitudinally across two follow-up waves during college (modal ages 19/20 and 21/22). Setting Data were collected via self-administered questionnaires from US high school seniors and college students. Participants The longitudinal sample consisted of 10 cohorts (senior years of 1988–97) made up of 5883 full-time undergraduate students, of whom 58% were women and 17% were active members of fraternities or sororities. Findings Active members of fraternities and sororities had higher levels of heavy episodic drinking, annual marijuana use and current cigarette smoking than non-members at all three waves. Although members of fraternities reported higher levels than non-members of annual illicit drug use other than marijuana, no such differences existed between sorority members and nonmembers. Heavy episodic drinking and annual marijuana use increased significantly with age among members of fraternities or sororities relative to non-members, but there were no such differential changes for current cigarette use or annual illicit drug use other than marijuana. Conclusions The present study provides strong evidence that higher rates of substance use among US college students who join fraternities and sororities ...
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... Browse Saved Papers Home Page » English and Literature Fraternities and Negative Effects In: English and Literature Fraternities and Negative Effects FRATERNITY By Martinez, Rugem Joy M. And Espinosa, Pamela A Research Paper in English IV (IV-M) January 20, 2012 Presented to Mrs. Janet Villaroya Teacher Table of Contents I.Introduction A. Background of the Study B. The Statement of the Problem C. Significance of the Study D. Definition of Terms II.Body A. History B. Types of Fraternities C. College and University Fraternities D. Trade Guils III.Conclusion A. Findings B. Summary C. Comments D. Recommendation IV.Bibliography I.Introduction Fraternities and sororities are visible in all colleges and state universities since the 1700's. They were first established to encourage activities outside of the classroom. There are exciting volunteer opportunities and social outlets available in joining these organizations. Not everyone have enough time once someone enters in. In Greece, fans of sororities and fraternities argue that their system gives students leadership opportunities...
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...The Bad Effects of Fraternities Hazing * The ritual most people connect with negative outcomes in fraternities is hazing. Hazing refers to the initiation rituals, customs or traditions new pledges must be a part of in order to join. Hazing practices have caused deaths and injuries after fraternity leaders subjected pledges to dangerous tasks like binge drinking, locking them in enclosed spaces or asking them to perform risky physical stunts. Hazing practices are not only dangerous to the individuals who must perform them, but they also compromise the reputation and integrity of the fraternity as a whole. Alcohol Consumption * Most college fraternities are also known for being gatekeepers of the alcohol supply on campus. Underage students know they can drink at fraternity parties, which are usually hosted at fraternity housing. By offering underage students access to alcohol, fraternities promote illegal drinking, which often leads to hospitalizations for alcohol poisoning or alcohol-induced injuries. While some fraternities try to keep underage students out of their parties, many don't check ID's and will allow even high school students to attend -- especially underage girls. Social Exclusivity * Another negative effect of fraternities is the social exclusivity factor. Fraternities promote an environment where nonmembers are considered outsiders. Often times, students are encouraged not to associate with other students who are not brothers or will be punished for...
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...7 Disadvantages of Joining a Fraternity The benefits of joining a fraternity or sorority are many, and it's important to realize that Greek life in college has a lot of impressive things to offer. It's also important, however, to realize that there might be some challenges. So just what do you need to be aware of before officially pledging? 1. You might be stereotyped by your fellow students. Even if you had a great impression of fraternities and sororities before you came to college -- and an even better one once you learned about all the great initiatives your school's Greek organizations do -- not all students share the same perception. Ignorant or well-informed, your fellow students might stereotype you once they know you belong to a certain Greek house. And while there might not be much you can do about that, it's important to at least keep in mind. 2. You might be stereotyped by faculty.You might be having an amazing, life-changing experience as a member of your fraternity or sorority. But your professors -- who were, after all, college students themselves once -- might not have had as great of an experience during their own undergraduate years. Or they could have had problems in the past with students from your particular organization. While you are your own person and should be judged accordingly, just be aware of the perceptions some faculty members might have about how you spend your time outside of class. 3. You might be stereotyped by future employers. While your...
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...A fraternity (Latin frater : "brother") is a brotherhood, although the term sometimes connotes a distinct or formal organization and sometimes a secret society. A fraternity (or fraternal organization) is an organized society of men associated together in an environment of companionship and brotherhood; dedicated to the intellectual, physical, moral, religious, and/or social development of its members. The Bad Effects of Fraternities Hazing The ritual most people connect with negative outcomes in fraternities is hazing. Hazing refers to the initiation rituals, customs or traditions new pledges must be a part of in order to join. Hazing practices have caused deaths and injuries after fraternity leaders subjected pledges to dangerous tasks like binge drinking, locking them in enclosed spaces or asking them to perform risky physical stunts. Hazing practices are not only dangerous to the individuals who must perform them, but they also compromise the reputation and integrity of the fraternity as a whole. Alcohol Consumption Most college fraternities are also known for being gatekeepers of the alcohol supply on campus. Underage students know they can drink at fraternity parties, which are usually hosted at fraternity housing. By offering underage students access to alcohol, fraternities promote illegal drinking, which often leads to hospitalizations for alcohol poisoning or alcohol-induced injuries. While some fraternities try to keep underage students out of their parties...
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...study and definition of terms. Background of the Study Fraternities exist now a day, these days fraternities are common among college students.. The word fraternities came from the Latin word, frater and soror, meaning ‘’brother’’ and ‘’sister ‘’respectively. From the beginning, the norms and values of fraternities were independent of the college environment. Since the founding of Kappa Alpha at Union College (in Schenectady, New York) in 1825 as the oldest secret brotherhood of a social nature, fraternities developed with different personalities and histories on each campus. The trappings of an idealized ancient Greece were added to those of Freemasonry to create secret societies dedicated to bringing together young men who were seeking conviviality. Members historically met weekly in a student dormitory room or rented facility for social and intellectual fellowship. To fight the monotony of mid-nineteenth-century colleges, fraternities institutionalized various escapes of a social nature. In our time many of the students who study at the university are involved in fraternities and became a big problem with the university because many of the students participating here have neglected their studies and the others were lost due to hazing.And most of the students involved in fraternities and unaware of their parents. Based on the researchers’ observations here in DCSP, many students are involved in fraternities. Usually, the first year students are taking a Bachelor...
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...Advantages of Fraternities 1.) Being a part of a fraternity or sorority offers a large selection of exciting volunteer opportunities and numerous social outlets. 2.) But not everyone will have a positive experience as a club member. Those who are fans of these associations argue that the Greek system give students a wide range of leadership opportunities and paves the way to lasting friendships. 3.) In most cases this is true, however it's unfortunate that a number of fraternities and sororities are little more than an excuse for getting drunk and doing potentially dangerous pranks. 4.) A good strategy for anyone considering joining a fraternity is to weigh the pros and cons of life Disadvantages of Fraternities 1.) First of all it is a great time commitment. You will have to devote all your time to your fraternity or sorority. Once you are a member, you should take part in all social events, meeting and competitions. 2.) Money. When you join the organization you should pay initiation fee and room. However, it is not all. You will continue spending your money on social events, attire and other unexpected expenses. 3.) A negative images. Actually, sororities and fraternities are organization that are aimed at positive results. Some of them are rather conservative and remain non-smoking or alcohol free. Dedication I just want to inform all people that want to join in Fraternities and Sororities, it’s not easy as you know to other people...
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...Fraternities have considerable power to dictate social relations on many college campuses. Fraternities are in part empowered by their status as private organizations: They often own substantial property and have access to resources that help protect members accused of bad behavior. While concerns about legal liability have led colleges and universities to vigilantly police alcohol consumption and public intoxication in university-owned housing, fraternities have mostly been spared such scrutiny. Banning fraternities might backfire because universities would lose the little oversight they have now. As a result, these organizations often monopolize the supply of alcohol to under-aged students. Fraternity dominance of the social scene of many campuses heightens risks for young women. As party hosts, fraternity men often control the space — establishing party themes that encourage women to wear provocative clothing, making and distributing the drinks, controlling the door, and sometimes even preventing women from leaving. In addition to their negative effect on gender relations and sexual climate, fraternities are frequently exclusive on the basis of class, race, sexual orientation and national origin. Despite these negative influences universities may be hesitant to rein in fraternity party life, as doing so could jeopardize tuition dollars from students interested in Greek life, as well as funds from well-heeled university alumni. It is thus unlikely that universities will...
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...Oracle: The Research Journal of the Association of Fraternity/Sorority Advisors Vol. 4, Iss. 2, September 2009 THE EFFECTS OF FRATERNITY/SORORITY MEMBERSHIP ON COLLEGE EXPERIENCES AND OUTCOMES: A PORTRAIT OF COMPLEXITY Ashley M. Asel, Tricia A. Seifert, and Ernest T. Pascarella This study estimated the effects of fraternity/sorority membership on a wide range of college experiences and outcomes for first-year and senior college students at a large, public, Midwestern university. The findings suggest a complex portrait of the relationships between affiliation, engagement, and learning outcomes. Fraternity/sorority membership appeared to facilitate social involvement during college but may have limited the diversity of relationships. It was associated with higher levels of community service, but also increased the odds of excessive alcohol use. In the presence of controls for important, confounding influences, being a fraternity/sorority member had little consistent influence on grades or perceived impact of college. There was little support for gender differences in the impact of affiliation. Finally, implications for student affairs professionals in their work with undergraduate fraternity/sorority leaders and members were considered. Most institutions of higher education hold student learning and success as parts of their primary missions (Kuh, Kinzie, Schuh, Whitt, & Associates, 2005; Kuh, Schuh, Whitt, & Associates, 1991). Faculty members, staff members, and administrators...
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...Related Studies and Literature Local Related Literature In joining a fraternity, one must undergo the initiation rites better known as hazing. Some dismiss hazing as a parochial issue, to be dealt with only by the universities and academies involved. But in his article “Hazing should concern us all”, Juan Alvin Tiamson submits that it should concern us all. He wrote that by now, hazing particularly the violent kind has invaded most of our institutions. It is now prevalent in schools even in police and military academies. Hazing, as we all know, systematically develops a culture of violence among the youth. Most importantly, the bonds developed by hazing become seeds of corruption. Hazing is hazing whether it results in death, mutilation or years of pain or whether it is done inside or outside the school or institution. In the article “Fraternal Fury” written by Argee Guevara, he stated that there is something intriguing and frightening about the culture of college fraternities. The more we try to understand it, the more we end up abhorring it. As a result of two rival fraternities rumble, one was reported by TV Patrol to have been severely injured after getting a pretty nasty whack on the head when rival frat men pounce on him with lead pipes, clubs and baseball bats. The cause of rumble is un-important since rumbles erupt for a variety of reason, none of which is intimately related to the pursuit of academic excellence, the repudiation of our foreign debt or the liberation...
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...College of Business Administration THE EFFECTS OF JOINING FRATERNITIES AND SORORITIES TO THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF SOME BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTANCY STUDENTS IN MANY UNIVERSITIES IN THE PHILIPPINES By: Noruie A. Magabilin 1BSA-2 Chapter 1 THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND This chapter includes the problem and its background, statement of the problem, significance of the study, the scope and delimitation and the definition of terms. Introduction Fraternities and Sororities is generally considered as a bad organization or brotherhood nowadays. And this Brotherhood affects the academic performance of many students especially some of Bs accountancy students who tried to join this brotherhood. The reasons that a student may choose to explore social or service fraternity or sorority life are as varied as the students themselves who join. Many students find that membership in a chapter gives them opportunities to develop valuable skills they have not been able to find elsewhere. Sometimes, joining a fraternity or sorority is an excellent way for some students to meet people, get more acclimated to campus life, gain important leadership skills, have fun, contribute to the community, and/or establish life-long friendships. Fraternity and sorority life is not for every student Right around now is the start of the academic year at many universities. Among the traditional activities accompanying the start of school is fraternity/sorority rush, in which students especially...
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...FRATERNITY PROBLEM AMONG COLLEGE STUDENTS IN TAGUM CITY Research Paper Presented to Prof. Esterlita Pacal English 201, 7:30 Caser, Novy Jane H. Tambis,Jennel Calledo, Jappet John S. September1,2014 Acknowledgement Every project big or small is successful largely due to the effort of wonderful people who have always given their valuable advice or lent a helping hand. We sincerely appreciate the inspiration; support and guidance of all those people who have been instrumental in making this term paper a success. We, Novy Jane H. Caser, Jennel Tambis, and Jappet John S. Calledo, the students of University of Mindanao Tagum College (UMTC), we extremely thankful to our beloved advicer Mrs. Esterlita Pacal for his exemplary guidance, monitoring and constant encouragement throughout the course of this termpaper. The blessing, help and guidance given by her time to time shall carry us a long way in the journey of our life. Besides our adviser, we would like to thank our Parents: Mr. & Mrs. Antonio P. Caser, Jr, Mr. & Mrs. Joselito R. Calledo for supporting our studies financially and emotionally.We also thank them for their unconditional love and trust even though they’re not always in our side. We would like to thank also these following persons : Ms. Rheabel Kaye Hernandez for helping us and guiding us to make this term paper, without her we never complete it successfully; Ms. Marissa Doylabo for lending her laptop ; and Ms. Marjorie...
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...Laguna Banca-Banca National High School “FRATERNITY/SORORITY” A thesis submitted as a requirement for English IV Submitted by: Rommel Arevalo Submitted to: Mrs. Olivia Sto. Domingo ACKNOWLEDGEMENT I would like to thank God , My Family and Friends for helping me to complete this research paper. OUTLINE CHAPTER 1 A. INTRODUCTION B. THESIS STATEMENT C. SUB-PROBLEMS CHAPTER 2 A. WHAT IS FRATERNITY? B. CAUSES OF JOINING FRATERNITY/SORORITY C. EFFECTS OF JOINING FRATERNITY/SORORITY CHAPTER 3 A. DATA FINDINGS AND ANALYSIS B. CONCLUSION C. SUMMARY D. RECOMMENDATION E. BIBLIOGRAPHY CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION A fraternity or sorority is a group of men or women formed by a brotherhood or sisterhood and common goals and aspirations who make a commitment to each other for life. The members that form a fraternity or sorority share their efforts, friendship and knowledge. Together these members learn, grow and make the fraternity or sorority, commonly called a Greek organization, stronger. Their common experience builds ties that last a lifetime. Fraternities and sororities have been a part college campuses since the late 18th-century. These organizations are referred to as "Greek" because their names consist of Greek letters that serve as a reminder of the group’s values. Learn the Greek Alphabet. Though there are many different fraternities and sororities, they all share common founding...
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...These themes consist of good and bad labels that have been put upon this community. While some hold true, I was able to disprove several others with my research. These themes have, both positively and negatively, effected the reputation and name of the Greek world and its members. They cause many people to be afraid or not want to become apart of this community, while they don’t realize the full truth. These members stand for much more than they are perceived to, and they have many durable and ageless principles that still exist today. However, people cease to appreciate all the positive impacts this society brings to college campuses across the nation. Hopefully my discoveries and information will help people see the truth behind all the negative stereotypes that face members of the Greek life. The specific community that I observed and based my research on is the members of Greek life on college campuses, particularly at the...
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...FRATERNITY INVOLVEMENT AMONG BSMT STUDENTS A Research Paper Presented to Mr. Bernie S. Bayogos Mentor, Research and Evaluation Iloilo State College of Fisheries College of Maritime Studies Tiwi Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the subject Research 311 - Research and Evaluation By: Ezekiel A. Majano 1st semester, S.Y. 2012-2013 APPROVAL SHEET A research paper entitled “FRATERNITY INVOLVEMENT AMONG BSMT STUDENTS”, prepared and submitted by Ezekiel A. Majano in partial fulfillment for the course Research 311-Research and Evaluation is hereby accepted. Bernie S. Bayogos, MAEM Subject –Teacher BOOTS D. Arroz, MAEd. Reader –Critic AMALIA D. Dohina, MILE-Soc. Sci. Reader-Critic Accepted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the subject Research 311- Research and Evaluation. Bernie S. Bayogos, MAEM Subject –Teacher Date TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter Page TITTLE PAGE i APPROVAL SHEET ii ACKNOWLEDGMENT iii DEDICATION iv ABSTRACT v LIST OF TABLES vi LIST OF FIGURES vii LIST OF APPENDICES viii I INTRODUCTION Background of the Study Statement of the Problem ...
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