ERIC Number: ED651868
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2024
Pages: 195
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: 979-8-3823-2096-0
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Sexual Violence Prevention Programming for Collegiate Student-Athletes: Examining Facilitator Impact and Attitude Shifts
Tracie L. Vogel
ProQuest LLC, Ed.D. Dissertation, Wilmington University (Delaware)
Sexual violence on college campuses is a significant concern, with research indicating that approximately one-third of female students and one-tenth of male students may experience it during their college years. The risk is higher for college women nationwide, and the impact on physical and mental health is substantial. Studies often highlight high-risk groups, such as collegiate athletes, whose culture may contribute to risk factors like hypermasculinity and supportive rape myth attitudes. Research shows that male athletes exhibit higher rates of sexually violent behaviors compared to non-athletes, emphasizing the need for targeted prevention training for this specific population. The concern over sexual violence on campuses is not just a national problem, it is a problem on this NCAA Division II southern institution. The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of bystander intervention training when given by a peer versus given by a staff member to be able to provide the most effective training possible to student-athletes. This quantitative study assessed the effectiveness of bystander intervention training delivered by peers versus staff members. The student-athlete participants completed surveys before and after the training to assess changes in intentions related to bystander intervention and the relatability of facilitators. Three key takeaways include participants in both the staff- and peer-led groups started with similar baseline knowledge, a notable positive shift occurred during the training, and there was no statistically significant difference in perceptions of the facilitator between groups. The study emphasized the need for ongoing evaluation and regular training redesign to sustain its impact. The results offer insights for this NCAA Division II southern institution, which will guide future training approaches. Future research should focus on a variety of facilitators to determine if the results are replicated. This document concludes with stakeholder insights, plans for disseminating the research results, and the study's limitations. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://bibliotheek.ehb.be:2222/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]
Descriptors: Rape, Risk, College Students, Females, Physical Health, Mental Health, Misconceptions, Prevention, College Athletics, Student Athletes, Social Attitudes, Campuses, Intervention, Program Effectiveness, Teaching Methods, Peer Teaching, Comparative Analysis, Males, Gender Differences, Intention, Attitude Change, Masculinity
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Publication Type: Dissertations/Theses - Doctoral Dissertations
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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