Button - Down Collar Culture
A Study of Undergraduate Life at a Men's College
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 2497533 |
|---|---|
| Authors | James S Davies, James S Davie (Division of Mental Health, Department of University Health, Yale University), A Paul Hare (Department of Psychiatry, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard University) |
| Year | 1955 |
| Volume | 14 |
| Issue | 4 |
| Pages | 13-20 |
| Publication date | 1955-12-01 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | No |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Human Organization (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0018-7259 • E-ISSN: 1938-3517 |
| Publisher | Informa UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.17730/humo.14.4.3374208rl8622m14 |
| OpenAlex | W1980547857 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 3 |
This article examines the social system of an undergraduate men's college in the eastern United States, focusing on the concept of a "button-down collar culture." Davie and Hare analyze the values, norms, and behaviors prevalent among the students, exploring how this culture influences their social interactions, academic pursuits, and career aspirations. The study employs ethnographic methods, including participant observation and interviews, to provide insights into the dynamics of this particular college environment. The authors discuss the pressures to conform to the dominant culture, the role of extracurricular activities, and the students' perceptions of the outside world. They conclude that the "button-down collar culture" fosters a sense of community and belonging but also limits individual expression and critical thinking
Group (periodic table · Political science · Sociology · Solidarity · Law · Media Studies and Communication · Psychology · Social Psychology
| Unique citing works | 3 |
|---|---|
| Citations per year | 0,05 |
| Citation span | 1971 - 1988 (18) |
| Citation velocity | historical |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 3 |