Publication Date
May 2011
DOI
https://doi.org/10.25774/72dt-vj59
First Page
1
Last Page
22
Abstract
The benefits and challenges for college students involved in social fraternities and sororities have long been sources of heated discussion among higher education constituents. A liberal education is meant to incorporate elements of critical thinking, diverse experiences, and challenging and enriching interactions with peers and educators. Past research indicates that involvement in a fraternity or sorority has had some positive effect in these areas, especially as students persist at their chosen institutions. This study uses data from the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) to explore indicators of student learning among senior members of social fraternities and sororities. Regression analyses controlling for conditional variables indicated that students in these groups report higher involvement in critical developmental practices and larger gains in important educational areas than their unaffiliated counterparts. Limitations and implications of the study are discussed.
Recommended Citation
Bureau, Dan Ph.D.; Ryan, Helen Grace Ph.D.; Ahren, Chad Ph.D.; Shoup, Rick; and Torres, Vasti Ph.D.
(2011)
"Student Learning in Fraternities and Sororities: Using NSSE Data to Describe Members’ Participation in Educationally Meaningful Activities in College,"
Journal of Sorority and Fraternity Life Research and Practice: Vol. 6:
Iss.
1, Article 3.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.25774/72dt-vj59
Available at:
https://scholarworks.wm.edu/oracle/vol6/iss1/3
