Greek Life: The Business of Brotherhood and Sisterhood
Session Title
Other Abstracts
Faculty Mentor
Michael Sickels Ph.D.
College
College of Arts and Sciences
Department
Sociology, Criminology & Anthropology
Abstract
Greek life has been an integral part of college life for over a century. Greek life has curated a sense of community with its members through the form of brotherhood and sisterhood beyond just the four years of undergraduate education. Greek organizations are institutions that influence the way people live their lives and experience college. Historically, Greek life has been racially segregated and many of the values passed down from Greek organizations are seen today. The organizations rely on their history and the core roots that were established when they were founded. Through this mini-study, I was able to dig deeper into the tension and the attitudes from both sides, as well as the work they are doing now to bridge the gap and move forward together. Additionally, I also was able to get more insight into the elitism and nepotism of Greek life. I was able to dissect how those in Greek life are set up for success at higher rates than those who do not join. Greek life has always been fascinating to comprehend and through this mini-study, I was able to get an inside look into the exclusive world.
Course Assignment
SOCL 303 - Sickels
Start Date
15-4-2023 12:00 PM
Greek Life: The Business of Brotherhood and Sisterhood
Greek life has been an integral part of college life for over a century. Greek life has curated a sense of community with its members through the form of brotherhood and sisterhood beyond just the four years of undergraduate education. Greek organizations are institutions that influence the way people live their lives and experience college. Historically, Greek life has been racially segregated and many of the values passed down from Greek organizations are seen today. The organizations rely on their history and the core roots that were established when they were founded. Through this mini-study, I was able to dig deeper into the tension and the attitudes from both sides, as well as the work they are doing now to bridge the gap and move forward together. Additionally, I also was able to get more insight into the elitism and nepotism of Greek life. I was able to dissect how those in Greek life are set up for success at higher rates than those who do not join. Greek life has always been fascinating to comprehend and through this mini-study, I was able to get an inside look into the exclusive world.
