Psychologists generally agree that rape is a crime rooted in nonsexual motivations; tied to hostility, anger, and the need to exert power and control. Most rapists feel powerless, have low self-esteem, and view women as manipulative and exploitative.
Research estimates that between 10% to 29% of women are a victim of rape or attempted rape since starting college. The National Crime Victimization Survey estimates that 6.1 sexual assaults occur per 1,000 students per year.
The purpose of a fraternity is to organize a group of people for a common cause. Members hone their leadership skills, grow their social circles and strive for academic excellence.
Undergraduates: 26.4% of women and 6.8% of men experience rape or sexual assault through physical force, violence, or incapacitation. 1 in 5 college-aged women survivors receives assistance from a victim services agency.
The most frequently reported hazing behaviors among college students involve alcohol consumption, humiliation, isolation, sleep deprivation, and sex acts, a recent Association for the Study of Higher Education report revealed. Jake, a pledge whose story I closely followed for a year, experienced many of these.
5 Things That Sororities Look For During RecruitmentLeadership Potential. Leadership potential in sororities is crucial because there are TONS of leadership positions to be filled in sororities. ... Genuine Interest In Sorority Life. ... Love For Education. ... Willingness To Volunteer. ... Strong Values And Passion About Something.
7 Disadvantages of Joining a Fraternity or SororityYou Might Be Stereotyped by Peers. ... You Might Be Stereotyped by Faculty. ... Being Active Can Be a Major Time Commitment. ... Joining Can Be Expensive. ... There Can Be Strong Personality Conflicts.