Advantages of a Fraternity I was never a fan of fraternities. At first, I thought people who joined were just after the impression of other people that they look cool because they have a fraternity. In addition there are alot of hazing issues reported on media, which tells people that joining a fraternity is dangerous. Despite the negative stigma against fraternities, the majority of the society will never truly know how fraternities teach individuals to appreciate hard work, support and help each other, and develop social organizational, and study skills. Initiation teaches individuals to appreciate hard work as well as balance their time and work with a team. Initiation is the action of receiving someone into a concealed organization, typically with a ritual. The problem is most people associate initiation with hazing, which is not all the time true. The purpose of the initiation is to prepare the individual for whatever challenges they may encounter in their lives, besides knowing the individuals determination to join the …show more content…
Ofcourse there are advantages and disadvantages. Being in a fraternity means that you are brothers aiming for the same goal. Members learn the true spirit of brotherhood, loyalty, equality and service. Although most of these values are taught in our families, members get to know the deeper meaning of each values. I am not saying that fraternities are more important than families. In a fraternity members are constantly taught these values, which families are not able to do because they are not always around especially during college. This is the purpose why fraternity brothers are around. Not to mention, the support also coming from the alumni. Members establish strong connections which will not only benefit them in their college life but also even when they already finish college. The only disadvantage I see against fraternities is the negative
Teddy Bommarito comments on the top four reasons why he believes Greek organizations are beneficial to universities and colleges around the nation (n.pag.). His rationale is that fraternities, along with sororities, offer participants with the following benefits: lasting bonds of friendship and networking among members, pleasure and enjoyment, help from older members in the organization, and improving their safety awareness in reference to the dangers of alcohol consumption and driving while under the influence (Bommarito n.pag.). Bommarito also shows how each detail of Greek societies can ultimately help an incoming college freshman in the long run (n.pag.). While fraternities and sororities are frequently affiliated with hazing, binge drinking,
Now let's discuss some of the disadvantages. Consider your hectic schedule, and then consider another hectic schedule on top of it. While meetings and some events, like charity and recruitment, might be mandatory, others are optional. Though, chances are, you’ll want to attend the fun, frequent social events. Let’s get into the fun stuff, housing. While not all houses are the same, many have a lot of rules and requirements in order to live there, like specific study hours or attendance policies. If you’re more of a free spirit, this may not be your thing. Do you work? Well, you might have to. Fraternities and sororities require membership fees. For example, the initiation dues of Pi Kappa Phi fraternity are about $265 in addition to the
The Greek communities that have risen across the country have created huge impacts on every university that they have established themselves on. Historically, fraternities were designed for students to discreetly meet to discuss issues and host debates that their members believed would be deemed inappropriate by their collegiate faculties. Since their founding, fraternities and sororities have completely revamped their focuses. They are used as social, professional, and honorary organizations that promote many different combinations of community service, leadership, and academic success. The ideas of brotherhood and sisterhood have also transcended the college experience,
According to Martin and Hummer (1989: 459), "fraternities are vitally concerned more than anything else with masculinity (cf. Kanin 1967)." This sets the paradigm that they will look into. The paradigm they look from is the eyes of a fraternity's typically nature and values and actions they take part in to decipher what really takes place in order to understand the fraternity's view as
Sororities and fraternities are becoming more influential on college campuses and among the professional world. Over 730 schools across the United States have the Greek life system and there are several different fraternities and sororities on each college campus. Many Americans have extremely different opinions about Greek life as a whole. Although many say it is all about partying, there are many pros and cons to joining Greek life. Greek life can be a very good experience in college, it is whatever people make it.
The three main reasons I am excited to join a sorority include my personal development, loyalty and friendship, and support of my aspirations. As a sister, there is an expectation of social interaction and personal development. I am confident that my experience and communication skills will be enriched by the activities that I participate in, the responsibility I take, and the people I meet. I am looking forward to making friends for life. I think that the atmosphere and set up of a sorority fosters and encourages the development of lifelong friendships through common aims and shared experiences. I also believe that sorority life emphasizes and encourages loyalty to and among the sisterhood, my school and the nation. Support from my sisters
Originally, I had the common misconception that fraternities solely focused on parties, drinking and their social status. As I further researched the founding principles of Alpha Phi Alpha I became aware they collectively prioritize scholarship, fellowship, good character, and the uplifting of humanity. Alpha Phi Alpha is
Over the last couple of years, I have had many opportunities that dealt with me enriching diversity for my campus and community. Being a member of Phi Theta Kappa has many immeasurable benefits. One benefit that came with me being a chapter officer at North Hennepin Community College is that every year we get to choose a project that benefits or raises awareness to the community. This year me and my Phi Theta Kappa team chapter members wanted to see what our fellow student body members thought about equally underrepresented minorities in position of power. We were able to gather and interpret the results. From the results, I personally changed my attitude, I learned that everyone needs to be educated so that they could be more knowledgeable
Day in and day out we hear about high school and college students wanting to pursue a sorority and/or a fraternity based on the stereotypes these organizations uphold, well I chose to differ. I told myself if I ever decided to become a member of a sorority it would be based solely on their ethical standards, history, and values they are founded upon. Alpha Kappa Alpha, Incorporated consists of ladies of distinction and exemplary character who excel in scholarship, leadership, and service, which are qualities I have chosen to uphold. From my perspective, I encourage myself to maintain a respectable appearance and reputation which doing so inspires me to embrace my self-concept; which helps me confidently excel academically and
Fraternities, the deep roots of many American universities, have instilled the traditions of brotherhood, loyalty, and respect upon many young men entering college for the first time. Built with power, they intended
The purpose of an induction is essentially to introduce a new employee to the organisation, and to help them become effective in their new role as quickly as possible. Inductions often include new starters gaining an understanding of what is expected of them in their role, their responsibilities, and the organisation’s culture, this benefits the employee as they have a greater understanding of their job and have an opportunity to ask any questions. The organisation is benefited also as it allows them to make sure there is no misunderstanding at the very beginning of the employees contract.
Sororities encourage one to become involved in the community, develop leadership skills and pursue lifetime goals with passion. The sisterhood that sorority members experience helps females build confidence and lasting friendships that are beneficial throughout their lives. Sorority members are also granted special privileges on and off
When undergraduates become interested in Greek life, they have to decide if the advantages outweigh the risks. In the news, the public hears the negative side of Greek life such as the students in sororities and fraternities passing away from alcohol abuse, or colleges such as Indiana University suspending fraternities on campus for hazing and alcohol violations until March 2018. While many negative topics about Greek life are prominent in the news, not all sororities and fraternities experience hazing and illegal problems. Although both advantages and disadvantages arise on college campuses within Greek life, undergraduate students usually benefit from being a part of a sorority or fraternity and are able to create a healthy environment and community to learn, work, and live in.
Ceremonies and Rites – It helps in motivating the employees. It is also an important part as sometimes the employees might not have the drive or incentive to work hard. Therefore, by giving them awards and making the employees feel that they are an integral part of the team as well as motivating them by
Recently, the idea of partaking in a fraternity has become more prevalent. Young adults are captivated with wanting to live the Greek life. The clothes and parties seem to drawn in teens like a magnet. However what these teens do not realize is the terrible things associated with fraternities. Many fraternities have a reputation for turning college students into drunks, treating women vulgarly, enacting violent hazing against other fraternity members and disrupting the true reason why students go to college. For these reasons fraternities should be banned altogether on college campuses.