Understanding Student Social Networks: A Case Study from the University of Idaho
Faculty Mentor Information
Dr. Mark Warner
Presentation Date
7-2016
Abstract
One of the ongoing interests of many in academia today is the dynamics of student social life. Understanding student social networks can link to student success at the collegiate level. As part of a freshman class project students at the University of Idaho conducted a detailed study that attempted to map student social networks. Data was generated from approximately 250 surveys representing a cross-section of University of Idaho students. The survey asked students a series of questions about their daily lives, friendships and self-identity. The results proved to be quite revealing, providing quantitative data on a profoundly subjective topic, namely friendship. Specifically, the research identified very concrete differences based on gender and housing arrangement (e.g. Greek vs. Non-Greek living situations). It is research that has the potential to demystify the college social scene and increase personal networking abilities.
Understanding Student Social Networks: A Case Study from the University of Idaho
One of the ongoing interests of many in academia today is the dynamics of student social life. Understanding student social networks can link to student success at the collegiate level. As part of a freshman class project students at the University of Idaho conducted a detailed study that attempted to map student social networks. Data was generated from approximately 250 surveys representing a cross-section of University of Idaho students. The survey asked students a series of questions about their daily lives, friendships and self-identity. The results proved to be quite revealing, providing quantitative data on a profoundly subjective topic, namely friendship. Specifically, the research identified very concrete differences based on gender and housing arrangement (e.g. Greek vs. Non-Greek living situations). It is research that has the potential to demystify the college social scene and increase personal networking abilities.
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