Fraternities, sororities, and academic dishonesty.

From: College Student Journal | Date: June 1, 2002| Author: Storch, Eric A.; Storch, Jason B. | Copyright information

Numerous studies have documented high rates of cheating among college students, especially members of fraternities and sororities. This study examines the relationship between membership in a fraternity or sorority and the frequency of academic dishonesty in a sample of 244 undergraduate students. Findings revealed that (1) members of fraternities and sororities reported higher rates of academic dishonesty as compared to non-members, and (2) the degree of involvement in fraternity ...

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