On the previous episode, we approached the subject of chapter culture. This episode continues that conversation with someone who takes deep dives into chapter culture through his research. The episode defines culture, explores social identity, what it means for organizations to have subcultures, how new members impact culture, and what productive leadership looks like in a chapter.
About the Guest
Gregory Parks is an associate dean of strategic initiatives and a professor of law at Wake Forest University. Among his many research areas are fraternal organizations and the law which includes a deep exploration into the culture of fraternities and sororities on all levels. Gregory has written several books including Brothers and Sisters: Diversity in College Fraternities and Sororities. He is an active member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. which includes having been a past candidate for general president of the fraternity. He has served as an expert witness in several hazing cases. He holds a J.D. from Cornell University and a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the University of Kentucky.
Ethocast is a "For Our Edification" limited series and is supported by Edify Ventures, LLC.
On the previous episode, we approached the subject of chapter culture. This episode continues that conversation with someone who takes deep dives into chapter culture through his research. The episode defines culture, explores social identity, what it means for organizations to have subcultures, how new members impact culture, and what productive leadership looks like in a chapter.
About the Guest
Gregory Parks is an associate dean of strategic initiatives and a professor of law at Wake Forest University. Among his many research areas are fraternal organizations and the law which includes a deep exploration into the culture of fraternities and sororities on all levels. Gregory has written several books including Brothers and Sisters: Diversity in College Fraternities and Sororities. He is an active member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. which includes having been a past candidate for general president of the fraternity. He has served as an expert witness in several hazing cases. He holds a J.D. from Cornell University and a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the University of Kentucky.
Ethocast is a "For Our Edification" limited series and is supported by Edify Ventures, LLC.
