A Values-Based Learning Model to Impact Maturational Change: The College Fraternity as Developmental Crucible

Authors

Timothy H. Reuter
Elgan Baker, Indiana University School of MedicineFollow
Michael V. Hernandez, Butler University
Daniel A. Bureau, University of MemphisFollow

Publication Date

June 2015

DOI

https://doi.org/10.25774/5ehh-yt29

First Page

13

Last Page

30

Abstract

The period of late adolescence and early adulthood is a critical time during which individual identity is developed. One fraternity recently implemented a developmental process that facilitated identity maturation within its members by emphasizing self-awareness and reflection. Utilizing a learning model as the core component of all aspects of its programming, the fraternity conducted research to determine the impact of its learning model on the development of self-awareness. This article provides data from three years of implementation that documents significant increases in this critical developmental competency.

Recommended Citation

Reuter, Timothy H.; Baker, Elgan; Hernandez, Michael V.; and Bureau, Daniel A. (2015) "A Values-Based Learning Model to Impact Maturational Change: The College Fraternity as Developmental Crucible," Journal of Sorority and Fraternity Life Research and Practice: Vol. 10: Iss. 1, Article 4.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.25774/5ehh-yt29
Available at: https://scholarworks.wm.edu/oracle/vol10/iss1/4