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ERIC Number: EJ725569
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2005-Jun-1
Pages: 11
Abstractor: ERIC
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-0146-3934
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Moral Development in Fraternity Members: A Case Study
Mathiasen, Robert E.
College Student Journal, v39 n2 p242 Jun 2005
Research on the effects of Greek life on college student moral development has generally concluded that membership in these organizations does little to enhance moral development. However, this qualitative case study of one fraternity found otherwise. A fraternity at a large Midwestern university was studied. The fraternity (given the pseudonym "Alpha Alpha") was chosen based upon information gathered from student affairs personnel at the university. Multiple sources of information were used in this study (documents, interviews, observations). The data collected provided support for Alpha Alpha's reputation as a positive influence on members' moral development. Four major themes emerged from the data collected: (1) recruiting quality students; (2) upholding house tradition and reputation; (3) emphasizing moral development; and (4) encouraging community service. This case study provides useful information for colleges and universities, fraternities and sororities, and college student affairs professionals, especially those working in Greek life. (Contains 1 note.)
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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