Degree Name
MA (Master of Arts)
Program
Criminal Justice and Criminology
Date of Award
5-2024
Committee Chair or Co-Chairs
Nicole Prior
Committee Members
Bradley Edwards, Dustin Osborne
Abstract
Previous research regarding the victimization of college students is primarily geared toward physical or sexual encounters. There is a limited scope of research regarding the online victimization of college students, specifically those involved in Greek life organizations. Furthermore, there is a misinterpretation of the definition of cyberstalking among college students, as many students are unaware that they have been personally victimized (Cass, 2011). This study seeks to examine college students’ perceptions of online victimization and how they may vary. The different student impressions and the prevalence of online victimization were examined using self-reported data from students enrolled in a university located in Eastern Tennessee (n=181). Statistical analyses were conducted and showed that increased activity on social media escalated the potential for victimization, which improved the understanding of cyberstalking among college students.
Document Type
Thesis - unrestricted
Recommended Citation
Jackson, Gabrielle, "Beyond the Screen: Understanding College Students’ Perspectives on Cyberstalking" (2024). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. Paper 4358. https://dc.etsu.edu/etd/4358
Copyright
Copyright 2024 by Gabrielle Jackson