...Content 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, and social development of its members. History There are known fraternal organizations which existed as far back as ancient Greece and in the Mithraic Mysteries of ancient Rome. Analogous institutions developed in the late medieval period called confraternities, which were lay organizations allied to the Catholic Church. Some were groups of men and women who were endeavoring to ally themselves more closely with the prayer and activity of the Church; Others were groups of tradesmen, which are more commonly referred to as guilds. These later confraternities evolved into purely secular fraternal societies, while the ones with religious goals continue to be the format of the modern Third Orders affiliated with the mendicant orders. The development of modern fraternal orders was especially dynamic in the United States, where the freedom to associate outside governmental regulation is expressly sanctioned in law. There have been hundreds of fraternal organizations in the United States, and at the beginning of the 20th century the number of memberships equaled the number of adult males. (Due to multiple memberships, probably only 50%...
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...intangible and conceptual needs that reflect their personal well-being (Iacobucci, 2010). The strategy used to address customer’s unique differences and Therefore, a market segment is a group of consumers that shares similar inclinations toward your brand (Iacobucci, 2010, p. 16). If marketing were a continuum, the extremes would be “mass marketing” and “one-to-marketing” with “market segmentation” representing the median. The Frat House will utilize a concentration approach marketing strategy, a market segmentation approach whereby a company develops one marketing strategy for a single segment (Ferrell, Hirt, & Ferrell, 2009, p. 371.) It will attempt to cater to the varied taste, needs, and desires of low income and middle income consumers. Currently there is a small segment of retailers who sell fraternal and Greek organization paraphernalia and those that do tend to sell the same products; creating a very limited selection of products for consumers to chose from. The jewelry and apparel created and sold at The Frat House Jewelry Box allows our customers to display...
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...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 of our impoverished people. This is what makes their way of life difficult to comprehend. It is said that these frat wars are part and parcel of their reality. But the sense of belonging and security is non-existent when they are perennially gripped by paranoia every time a rumble occurs. Based on Rafael Jude Tomeldan’s article entitled “Campus Black Sheep”, fraternities are as American...
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...The First Amendment and Hate Speech Unfortunately there are plenty of people out there that still hang dearly to their hate. The First Amendment is a crucial component of our basic human rights in America and there will always be those that abuse these rights. Hate is a part of human nature that some say is simply another facet of love. I do believe that these people have the right to hate speech as long as it does not interfere with others around them. It is the same concept as public disturbance or any laws that protect you when you are out in public doing what you usually do on a day to day basis. Hate speech is just another form of speech. Any and all power that it has over you is power that you inherently grant it. Since it is a form of speech it is protected under our First Amendment. If the person spewing this garbage is doing so among like-minded people, on the internet, or is otherwise leaving alone the targeted groups then it is perfectly legal. Everybody makes a big deal and gets upset every last time something “unacceptable” or out of the “norm” is said. Hate speech can be prosecuted if it turns into more than that. If the people making hate speeches seek out and harass individuals with their words and or actions then it becomes something far uglier and more clear cut in prosecution terms. When it comes down to it everyone is free to do as they wish in a public space as long as it does not violate any of our laws or human rights. If the people around do not...
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...purpose of this article is to share with the public the results of a survey representing 50,000 students in 140 colleges, in 39 states. This is the first nationally representative survey of its kind and the analysis of its outcome by the authors of this article has resulted in seemingly sound prevention ideas. To begin interpreting the binge drinking phenomenon, a solid understanding of the term must be presented. Binge drinking is defined by all the articles as consuming five or more drinks in rapid succession (four or more for women) at least once in a two week period. Shockingly, the College Alcohol Study (CAS) found that two out of every five college students binge drink. The authors of this article argue that binge drinking has negative effects not only on the drinkers, but also on the entire student body. The binge drinker might get alcohol poisoning, other related physical injuries, or weakened academic performance, while the non-binging students are subjected to insults, arguments, vandalism, physical and sexual assaults, and loss of sleep due to alcohol influenced peers. The next topic that the article gets into is the different areas that change need be made to lessen the presence of binge drinking...
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...resist an assault. In some cases women have been sexually assaulted while being unconscious from too much alcohol consumption. Excessive drinking by college students has always been an issue and years of research have proven this. This particular topic has been a subject of study for several years. The question I have is does mixing alcohol consumption cause sexual assault actions? The social environment you put yourself in can play a role in what actions go down. Attending colleges that are known for partying where excessive drinking is the norm, and that associated with people in frats or sororities have been correlated to increase of alcohol related sexual assaults. In the interview I conducted the two classmates I talked to and the alumni student all said they were at a party where drinking was present and you could tell which girls were vulnerable and the guys getting a little too friendly. Most frats encourage the behavior of heavy drinking and the exploitation of woman. “Males who are willing to drink alcohol, who drink socially, or who can hold their liquor are sought. Alcohol and activities associated with the recreational use of alcohol are cornerstones of fraternity social life”. (Hummer P 11) They use it on weekdays to relax after class and on weekends to “get drunk,” “get crazy,” and “ get laid.” “The use of alcohol to obtain sex from women is persuasive- in other words, it used as a weapon against sexual reluctance.” (Hummer P16) Some pathways can lead to a man committing...
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...questions were nothing short of vindictive- questioning Washburn on her overall motives the night she was attacked. He tore her apart until she led herself to believe that the rape was all her fault. “Maybe it was the clothes I was wearing, us making out, or me taking off my shirt that made Jordan think I wanted to have sex,” are the words that stumbled out of Washburn’s mouth (Krakauer, 248). She is not the only one who has been looked down upon during a trial or made to believe that she was the reason for the terrible crime. Millions of women are afraid of this same belittlement. Being a soon to be sophomore in college, I have gathered my first year experiences on the nightlife, party atmosphere, and overall frat culture. If I were to sum up the feeling of walking into a frat party and...
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...“Is someone threatening you?” “Only every Pi Tau on campus,” Harold replied in a frightened whisper. “I never went back to the frat house after I helped you escape, and they didn’t take it well. Not only did I let you guys go, but I also refused to take part in the final initiation ceremony; something that has never happened since the Pi Tau Fraternity was founded in 1847. I’m a liability because I’m not bound by the honor code, and I know what happened in that basement… I know what they did to Harris.” “Hanson,” Booker corrected softly, and reaching into his pocket, he pulled out his badge. “Don’t you remember Tom telling you his real name? We’re undercover cops, Harold. Tom’s last name is Hanson, not Harris and mine’s...
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...A Night of Fright The Queen of Hearts (Morgan) flanked by a couple of cavegirls (Madison & Kristen)! The DJ this year was scary good, playing all of today’s hits and the music that every- one likes to dance to. You could spot everyone on the dance floor having fun with their friends and not wanting to leave. Only at the Halloween dance would you see Care Bears and a cowgirl dancing together and having a great time. The lights and decorations invoked an ominous atmosphere, with various dark colors and lights flying everywhere. This dance was definitely one the students were thrilled to attend. eiled as Mario and Luigi or effects on SnapChat, the costumes at the hallow- een dance never fail to impress. Hosted by the Sophomore and Junior classes,...
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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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...Chapter II Back ground study What is Fraternity?-The term fraternity, often colloquially shortened to "frat," generally refers to all-male or mixed-sex student organizations at a college or university; the female-only equivalent is usually called a sorority, a word first used in 1874 at Gamma Phi Beta at Syracuse University. Before this, societies for either gender were called "fraternities." To this day, some women's organizations prefer to be called "women's fraternities." Outside North America, they are also referred to as "student corporations," "academic corporations," or simply "corporations." Fraternities and sororities often use the Greek alphabet to depict their name. There are usually various initiation rituals for new member before he or she is accepted into the organization and entitled to the benefits that come with that particular fraternity or sorority. These can include a close knit group of friends, access to on campus parties, job placements after school with fraternity or sorority alumnus, and residing in the chapter house—housing usually given to them by the college or university. The name of this type of organization implies that the members live and relate to each other as siblings, brothers or sisters, in a familial relationship. Indeed, one's student peers are like one's siblings, and many of these organizations specifically treat new members as younger brothers or sisters. However, in the fraternity or sorority there...
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...their own, joining the military, marrying and starting a family, to mention but a few. In this regard, these proponents argue that if one is considered responsible enough to be trusted with the safety of the country, why not be trusted enough to consume alcohol? This has been the subject of rife debate in recent times, as either side puts arguments and counterarguments forth. Introduction A 2008 article authored by John Cloud headlined “Should the Drinking Age Be Lowered?” published on Friday, June in Time argues that the legal drinking age should remain steady at 21, and should not be lowered to 18 as critics would like to have it. A particular statement that tickles my fancy was “It’s unclear why shifting the venue of drinking from frat houses to bars will help solve the problem of hard-core student drinking” (Cloud, 2008). Although Cloud presents a sound argument, it is more sensible to implement more methodical and all-encompassing alcohol education to the youth engaging in underage drinking, as a more educated and enlightened youth is much more likely to steer clear of the harms stemming from underage drinking, such as drunk driving and teenage suicides. As such, this argument does not sufficiently add up to the premise that lowering the legal drinking age to 18 would be tantamount to heightening the level of risk already caused by...
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...their own, joining the military, marrying and starting a family, to mention but a few. In this regard, these proponents argue that if one is considered responsible enough to be trusted with the safety of the country, why not be trusted enough to consume alcohol? This has been the subject of rife debate in recent times, as either side puts arguments and counterarguments forth. Introduction A 2008 article authored by John Cloud headlined “Should the Drinking Age Be Lowered?” published on Friday, June in Time argues that the legal drinking age should remain steady at 21, and should not be lowered to 18 as critics would like to have it. A particular statement that tickles my fancy was “It’s unclear why shifting the venue of drinking from frat houses to bars will help solve the problem of hard-core student drinking” (Cloud, 2008). Although Cloud presents a sound argument, it is more sensible to implement more methodical and all-encompassing alcohol education to the youth engaging in underage drinking, as a more educated and enlightened youth is much more likely to steer clear of the harms stemming from underage drinking, such as drunk driving and teenage suicides. As such, this argument does not sufficiently add up to the premise that lowering the legal drinking age to 18 would be tantamount to heightening the level of risk already caused by alcohol....
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...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 ban these organizations altogether. Doing so may even backfire: Fraternities do not depend on universities to survive, and severing ties may only serve to eliminate university oversight. While perhaps unsatisfying, the most realistic path toward positive change is for university administrations to insist on playing a larger...
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...1 LEADERSHIP IDENTITY DEVELOPMENT: THE INFLUENCE OF FRATERNITY OR SORORITY MEMBERSHIP ON COLLEGE STUDENTS LEADERS by Kharla Mae D. Brillo Feleycyl Joy Cruzada Angelo Jaiko Del Rosario Roevel Paul Quirao Jett P. Pastrana In partial fulfillment of the course requirements in Psychology 118 (Field Methods) Submitted to Mr. JOHNREV B. GUILARAN Division of Social Sciences College of Arts and Sciences University of the Philippines Visayas October 9, 2012 2 Leadership Identity Development: The Influence of Fraternity or Sorority Membership on College Student Leaders Fraternities and sororities began more than a century ago as relationship building organizations in which leadership development could be cultivated (Cory, 2011) but until recently, research found that fraternity and sorority membership may hinder student development and negatively impact the wellbeing of college students (Maisel, 1990; Wechsler, 1996). According to Kelly (2008) benefits of membership are realized by fraternity and sorority student leaders but struggled to refocus on their espoused values and mission: scholarship, service, leadership and relationships over the last several decades (Cory, 2011). Conversely, incidents of hazing, alcohol abuse, sexual assault, and substandard performance in the classroom, often overshadow the benefits of membership (Cory, 2011) suggesting that fraternal organizations have strayed from their traditional and founding values (Garret, n.d.; Maisel, 1990)...
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