| Title: |
Where's the Party? A Mixed Method Study Investigating Characteristics, Motivations, and Harms of Attending Off-Campus (over On-Campus) Parties |
| Language: |
English |
| Authors: |
Kim, Hyoun S.; Fitzpatrick, Chelsea L.; Barker, Susan; Szeto, Andrew |
| Source: |
Journal of American College Health. 2022 70(4):1071-1078. |
| Availability: |
Taylor & Francis. Available from: Taylor & Francis, Ltd. 530 Walnut Street Suite 850, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Tel: 800-354-1420; Tel: 215-625-8900; Fax: 215-207-0050; Web site: http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals |
| Peer Reviewed: |
Y |
| Page Count: |
8 |
| Publication Date: |
2022 |
| Document Type: |
Journal Articles; Reports - Research |
| Education Level: |
Higher Education; Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: |
Foreign Countries; College Students; Social Life; Drinking; Student Behavior; Off Campus Facilities; Student Motivation; Risk; Attendance; Social Behavior; School Community Relationship |
| Geographic Terms: |
Canada |
| DOI: |
10.1080/07448481.2020.1784908 |
| ISSN: |
0744-8481; 1940-3208 |
| Abstract: |
Objective: We examined the characteristics, motivations, and harms associated with celebrating events at off-campus parties (OCPs), including a particularly harmful off-campus block party compared to on-campus parties (CPs). Participants and Method: Survey with a representative sample of 491 students in Canada. Three focus groups with a total of 14 students who have attended the OCBP and one focus group with community members affected by the OCBP (n = 10). Results: 14.3% of students attended OCPs. OCPs were significantly more likely to be associated with harms. Focus groups revealed that students attend the OCBP as it is cheaper to consume alcohol compared to CPs. Improved music was the most common solution to improve CP. Community members identified 16 potential solutions to mitigate the harms and prevent the OCBP. Conclusion: Reducing costs and improving the experience may increase likelihood of students attending CPs and minimize harms of OCPs. |
| Abstractor: |
As Provided |
| Entry Date: |
2022 |
| Accession Number: |
EJ1348305 |
| Database: |
ERIC |