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Direct linkGarcia, Crystal E. – Journal of Diversity in Higher Education, 2020
This qualitative, multiple case study explored the role of involvement in a particular university subculture, Latina/o sororities and fraternities, in how Latina/o college students develop and make meaning of their sense of belonging within predominantly White institutions. Findings address ways Latina/o college students described their…
Descriptors: Group Membership, Interpersonal Relationship, Whites, Institutional Characteristics
Download full textHigher Education Center for Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse and Violence Prevention, 2008
The "culture of drinking" on U.S. college campuses has recently gained widespread national attention. A report by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) notes the disturbing consequences of drinking on campus each year: 1,700 college student deaths from alcohol-related causes; more than 500,000 unintentional injuries; more…
Descriptors: Drinking, Prevention, Sororities, Fraternities
Hughey, Matthew W. – Race, Ethnicity and Education, 2008
In this article the author explores the controversial thesis that African American Collegiate Fraternities and Sororities, also known as Black Greek Letter Organizations (BGLOs), are "educated gangs". First, the author examines this polemic as a "truth claim" and compares BGLOs and gangs through: (1) hazing; (2) rape and substance abuse; (3)…
Descriptors: African American Students, Sororities, Fraternities, Racial Bias
Caires, Matthew R. – Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges, 2004
Most boards are insulated from misbehavior of college fraternities and sororities. This article shows how they could aid reforms by facilitating partnerships and developing a better understanding of today's Greek culture. To change the current culture, a renewed commitment is needed to develop working partnerships between the key constituencies…
Descriptors: Sororities, Parent Participation, National Organizations, International Organizations
