Research Blog #10

Link to final paper:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1l7jKFHZNU9HLIccKIZ48w7hOih6MZltRDofqhyq03VI/edit

Abstract:

      Individualism is a trait one is supposed to learn over the years at an institution of higher education. However, there are organizations that deteriorate one’s chances at reaching this individualism. Those organizations are Greek fraternities and sororities, and the demise of the individual is brought on by hazing, which is triggered by the term “Groupthink”. Groupthink is the term used to explain a group cohesiveness where all of the members of a group share replicated opinions, morals and values. The lure of belonging to a group might sound appealing at first to prospective members, but once a new member begins “pledging” a sorority or fraternity, the loss of the individual is a constant process. Hazing is negative actions that are supposed to teach members the idea of groupthink, and unify all of the members of the organizations. However, it not only can emotionally, mentally and physically harm a person, but can also cause the ultimate demise of one’s individuality by conforming to the ideals of groupthink.


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