ERIC Number: EJ980298
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2012
Pages: 14
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ISSN: ISSN-0161-827X
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Exploring Living-Learning Communities as a Venue for Men's Identity Construction
Jessup-Anger, Jody E.; Johnson, Brianne N.; Wawrzynski, Matthew R.
Journal of College and University Student Housing, v39 n1 p162-175 2012
This qualitative study explored how male undergraduate students experienced living-learning community environments. Findings revealed that living-learning communities provided men a "safe haven" from rigid gender role expectations, offered a plethora of involvement opportunities, and fostered relationships with faculty and peers. The findings highlight the potential of living-learning communities to provide men with the support they need to reject rigid gender expectations and develop a healthy identity. Recommendations for practice are discussed. (Contains 1 table.)
Descriptors: Qualitative Research, Undergraduate Students, Males, Student Development, Masculinity, Sexual Identity, Living Learning Centers, Phenomenology, Constructivism (Learning), Social Support Groups, Self Concept, Extracurricular Activities, Peer Influence, Theater Arts, Social Justice, Student Personnel Workers
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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