Assesses how similar same-sex friends are in their level of moral development. Results indicate significant relationships only for male-female dyads. The functions of different dyadic friendships are discussed, including Piaget's and Kohlberg's ideas that peers have a role in promoting cognitive growth. (Author/BEF)

The student life environment of male students who were members of varsity athletic teams, the marching band, or fraternity or dormatory residents were compared using the Institutional Functioning Inventory and 10 questions constructed by the author. The results provide data that will be useful to students, counselors, or recruitors. (Author)