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[[Lavaliering]] is a common practice among fraternity brothers and their girlfriends. When a fraternity brother decides that he wants to take his relationship to the next step, he performs a secretive ritual with his brothers. As one girl explained, "Several brothers came to my dorm room and blindfolded me....My blindfold was eventually removed, and I could see the room was filled with with brothers all wearing their robes used for fraternity rituals. The only light was from lit candles around the room. At first I was a bit nervous, but then I saw my boyfriend and knew that everything was going to be alright." <ref name="google"/> |
[[Lavaliering]] is a common practice among fraternity brothers and their girlfriends. When a fraternity brother decides that he wants to take his relationship to the next step, he performs a secretive ritual with his brothers. As one girl explained, "Several brothers came to my dorm room and blindfolded me....My blindfold was eventually removed, and I could see the room was filled with with brothers all wearing their robes used for fraternity rituals. The only light was from lit candles around the room. At first I was a bit nervous, but then I saw my boyfriend and knew that everything was going to be alright." <ref name="google"/> |
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College dating refers to the act of seeking out and maintaining romantic relationships in the university setting. These relationships are characterized by a focus on sexual activity, social interactions distinct from those of singles, and an informal structure.[citation needed] There is also a strong focus on seeking out casual and short-term relationships as opposed to a search for long-term, marriageable mates.[citation needed] There are, however, segments of the college-age population that actively look for long-term relationships, especially those nearing the upper limits of the age range.[citation needed]
Distinctions from other types of dating
Relationships open a new door in the dating world for college students since their lives offer more freedom without as much free time as they had in high school. College students are much more likely to hookup[clarification needed] than be involved in a relationship than younger students. Young adults are more inclined to make out[clarification needed] not just for the thrill of it but because they do not have the time for a full commitment relationship. Between work, studying, and hanging out with friends, students do not always have the time to squeeze dating into their schedules. However, they still want the excitement of being intimate without the responsibility of a boyfriend or girlfriend.
This new take on traditional relationships boomed with college kids because they have the option of where and what they want to do with their date for the evening, without being forced to have to stay at the movie theater or go somewhere public such as the mall as many did in high school. Some argue that this form of dating is better than the more traditional route: it doesn't cost as much money, it allows for more of a focus on school and potential careers, and it will not lead to marriages that might fail. It allows students to get to know their peers better rather than just dating one individual and not getting to know others.[1]
Types of dating
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In college, there are many different types of dating and traditions that occur.
Lavaliering
Lavaliering is a common practice among fraternity brothers and their girlfriends. When a fraternity brother decides that he wants to take his relationship to the next step, he performs a secretive ritual with his brothers. As one girl explained, "Several brothers came to my dorm room and blindfolded me....My blindfold was eventually removed, and I could see the room was filled with with brothers all wearing their robes used for fraternity rituals. The only light was from lit candles around the room. At first I was a bit nervous, but then I saw my boyfriend and knew that everything was going to be alright." [2]
See also
References
- ^ Wilson, Brenda. "Sex Without Dating: No Sex, No Relationships", National Public Radio. 2009.
- ^ Harper, Shaun. [1], Google Books. [title missing] [year missing] [page needed]
Further reading
- Boland, Thomas Bernard (1973). A social skills assessment of non-dating college males. University of Wisconsin--Madison.
- Christensen, Andrew (1973). Practice and feedback as treatment for college dating problems. Oregon.
- Comins, Catherine Anne (1984). Violence between college dating partners: incidence and contributing factors. Auburn University. OCLC 11545461.
- Crossman, Leslie Louise (1988). Date rape and sexual aggression in college dating situations: incidence and the role of aggression, hostility and assertiveness in males and females. Stephen F. Austin State University.
- Foresman, Ethel (1982). Heterosexual college dating behavior. Northern Illinois University.
- Larossa, Virginia S. (1988). College dating: behaviors and current sexual norms as a function of selected characteristics. Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, University of Pennsylvania.