...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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...Theoretical Framework According to the theory of Martin S. Jankowski, Gangs first of all provide a source of money, usually some sort of illegal activity like drugs, guns, theft, etc. They also provide entertainment in a primary social institution like clubhouse where recreation can occur. This is where most of the community’s social events take place. Lastly gangs offer protection fr0om other individuals or groups of people. One thing gangs provide from the community is a place of recreation. A gang usually has a single hang out that becomes the central location of many community activities. Gang members also bring a lot of money into the community through illegal and even sometimes legal business. Here the deviant subculture theory of Richard Cloward and Lloyd Ohlin can be applied. This theory states that deviance results from a large amount of accessible illegitimate opportunity. Young men and women in these neighborhoods have a desire to join gangs since they are in the neighborhood. They have grown up around these gangs there whole life and now that they are old enough to join, the gang can provide them with the some sort of support they need during hard times. Compare gangs and services/ fraternal organizations in terms of benefits and recruitments strategies. There many similarities that can be drawn between gangs and fraternal organizations. Both provide some central location where activities can take place parties, dance, meeting, etc. For gangs it is club house...
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...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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...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 and lasting friendships. This is true in many cases but some sororities and fraternities have more excuses for getting drunk and doing potentially dangerous pranks. And nowadays...
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...Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation College of arts and sciences Eu1103a Love, courtship, marriage Submitted by: Karol Jossephine Issa Magalona Velasco Bs- Economics - II Crazy Little Thing Called Love Written by Freddie Mercury in 1979, Settings: Thailand Character and characteristics: Mario maurer – chon Pimchanok lerwisetpibol – nam Sudarat budtporm- inn (teacher) Perawatch Herabutya - Phol (Teacher) Pijitra Siriwerapan - Aorn (Teacher) Acharanat Ariyaritwikol - Top Khachamach Promsaka Na Skolnakorn - Pin Puttipong Promsaka Na Sakolnakorn - Chon's Father Plot/summary; The ordinary 14 year old girl Nam is unattractive or in simple terms...ugly. But she's always been secretly in love with an older guy in grade 10 called Chon, the most popular student in high-school. He's hot, perfect and generous, and that's what makes girls go crazy about him, including Nam too. But she doesn't give up easily. She tries to do everything to make her get noticed by the boy she loves, in the hope of him turning around to look at her just one more time Can you still remember your first love? A Little Thing Called Love, First Love or more popularly known as "Crazy Little Thing Called Love" is a romantic Thai movie that can surely make you fall in love again... A movie that can bring back the memories of your sweet first love. A movie that will claim a lot of your tears. A movie that can make you smile... and laugh! A movie about life, love, friendship, loyalty...
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...Department of Education Region XII Division of South Cotabato Tupi National High School Tupi, South Cotabato Submitted By: Earljee O. Javier Submitted To: Mrs. Cleopatra Ruiz October 2013 INTRODUCTION TO BUDDHISM As a child, Siddhartha the Buddha was troubled by some of the same thoughts that children today have. They wonder about birth and death. They wonder why they get sick and why grandfather died. They wonder why their wishes do not come true. Children also wonder about happiness and the beauty in nature. Because the Buddha knew what was in the hearts of children and human kind, he taught everyone how to live a happy and peaceful life. Buddhism is not learning about strange beliefs from faraway lands. It is about looking at and thinking about our own lives. It shows us how to understand ourselves and how to cope with our daily problems. BASIC TEACHINGS OF THE BUDDHA THE THREE UNIVERSAL TRUTHS One day, the Buddha sat down in the shade of a tree and noticed how beautiful the countryside was. Flowers were blooming and trees were putting on bright new leaves, but among all this beauty, he saw much unhappiness. A farmer beat his ox in the field. A bird pecked at an earthworm, and then an eagle swooped down on the bird. Deeply troubled, he asked, "Why does the farmer beat his ox? Why must one creature eat another to live?" During his enlightenment, the Buddha found the answer to these questions. He discovered three great...
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...Chapter 1 The Problem and its Background Introduction Fraternity is one of the most influential groups that students may encounter during his/her college days. When we hear fraternity, commonly it belongs to men but as the years passed, even women are also being engaged with fraternities or the so called sorority. As an individual, we have this feeling that we need to belong. It is very essential for man to find fulfillment and to have a feeling of acceptance simply because man by nature is a social being. Adolescents were the ones who are always involve in fraternities. Adolescents, as said by many psychologists or theorists, it is the critical stage of life. It is accompanied by many changes that bring crisis and difficulties, and these changes include physical, mental, emotional and social. Physical changes were very visible and very observable thing that takes place during adolescence. But the social aspect of adolescents also changes. It is the time when an individual searches and identifies himself through socialization. The prior environment of every individual is the family. But as we continue to grow, it broadens extending to friends and peers in school. Adolescents begin to search for new friends and start to form or join any group that makes them think of joining one of these. Adjustment in the society is one of the most difficult aspects and includes the members of the opposite sex and adult outside family members and also the school environment. Being...
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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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...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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...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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...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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...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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...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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...Understanding Greek Life: An Analysis of the Experiences of Fraternity and Sorority Members Respondents: * 5 respondents * College graduate * No age limit * A member of any fraternity or sorority before 1990s Research Questions: 1. Why do people join fraternities? 2. What specific reasons do students find membership appealing or beneficial? 3. What process do they undergo in order to be a member of the organization? 4. What benefits do did they receive or attain? (as a resident and an alumni) 5. What disadvantages did they experience as a resident? 6. How was their interpersonal relationship within (with the members) of the organization? 7. How was their intrapersonal relationship outside the organization (non members of the organization)? 8. How was their relationship with other fraternities and organizations? 9. What was the organizational hierarchy and how was leadership honed within the organization? 10. What (do you think or experience) misconception or stereotypical fallacies are associated towards fraternities? 11. What academic assistance was received as a member of the organization? 12. What were the organization’s personal effects? (Before and after) 13. What painful experiences did you experience as a recruit and as a member of the organization? 14. What is your concept of brotherhood? (As a member of the organization). 15. How did it affect their lives after school? Research Objectives: ...
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...instances fraternities are limited to male membership such as the Dutch “Alpinisten Vereniging Gelderlan Midden” but this is not always the case, and there is mixed male and female, and even wholly female, fraternities for example, for general fraternities: The Grande Loge Mixte De France, The Honorable Fraternity of Ancient Freemasons, The Grande Loge Féminine de France, the various Order of Odd Fellows, and The Order of the Eastern Star. Fraternities can be organized for many purposes, including university education, work skills, ethics, ethnicity, religion, politics, charity, chivalry, other standards of personal conducts, asceticism, service, performing arts, family command of territory, and even crime. The is almost always an explicit goal of mutual support, and while there have been fraternal orders for the well-off there also have been many fraternities for those in the lower ranks of society, especially for national or religious minorities. Trade unions also grew out of fraternities such as “The Knights of Labors”. The ability to organize freely, apart from the institutions of government and religion, was a fundamental part and the establishment of the modern world. In living the Enlightenment, Margaret C. Jacobs showed the development of Jurgen Habermas’ “public space” in the 17th century Netherlands was closely related was closely related to the establishment of Lodges of Freemasons. Objectives: * What are the reasons why students join fraternity? ...
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