University Greek Life Lucier Summary
Kamarion Johnson
English 112
Professor Malik
24 September 2013
Since my sophomore year in high school, I have always wanted to join a fraternity. First, I think it is a great experience for students to witness the greek culture as they attend college. In addition, the shows, parties, and other activities really excite me. Finally, not only does all the fun excite me, but a fraternity is also a brotherhood. Therefore, I think it is a great idea to join a fraternity. In an article entitled “University Greek Life”, Lucier discusses that for many students, one of the highlights of their time in school is their experience with and membership in a fraternity or sorority. She states that joining a fraternity or sorority during your college years is a big decision. In addition, she feels that since someone is in college, they know how important it is to research and think critically before making a decision one way or the other. Lucier also identifies that even if you have the most positive, supportive fraternity or sorority in mind, there has been a culture that has historically supports hazing in higher education. (Lucier) This article supports my contention that joining a fraternity or sorority …show more content…
On that hand, there is the promise of parties, living college life to the fullest, meeting pretty sorority girls, and indulging in the wild, alcohol-soaked adventures. Lambert states that fraternities have their roots in the early college curriculum, when most colleges and universities taught the classics instead of the liberal arts. She feels that fraternity recruitment differs by campus. Typically, recruitment takes place at the beginning of the fall semester. Lastly, Lambert identifies that unfortunately, sometimes the pledge process can get of control and turn into something else entirely: hazing.
English 112
Professor Malik
24 September 2013
Since my sophomore year in high school, I have always wanted to join a fraternity. First, I think it is a great experience for students to witness the greek culture as they attend college. In addition, the shows, parties, and other activities really excite me. Finally, not only does all the fun excite me, but a fraternity is also a brotherhood. Therefore, I think it is a great idea to join a fraternity. In an article entitled “University Greek Life”, Lucier discusses that for many students, one of the highlights of their time in school is their experience with and membership in a fraternity or sorority. She states that joining a fraternity or sorority during your college years is a big decision. In addition, she feels that since someone is in college, they know how important it is to research and think critically before making a decision one way or the other. Lucier also identifies that even if you have the most positive, supportive fraternity or sorority in mind, there has been a culture that has historically supports hazing in higher education. (Lucier) This article supports my contention that joining a fraternity or sorority …show more content…
On that hand, there is the promise of parties, living college life to the fullest, meeting pretty sorority girls, and indulging in the wild, alcohol-soaked adventures. Lambert states that fraternities have their roots in the early college curriculum, when most colleges and universities taught the classics instead of the liberal arts. She feels that fraternity recruitment differs by campus. Typically, recruitment takes place at the beginning of the fall semester. Lastly, Lambert identifies that unfortunately, sometimes the pledge process can get of control and turn into something else entirely: hazing.