Effects of Benefits Derived from Campus Recreation on Emotional Attachment towards the University

Authors

Gi-Yong Koo, Troy University
Anthony Dixon, Troy University
Sara Shoffner, Huntingdon College
Tucker Rainey, Troy University
Junmo Sung, Rogers State University

Abstract

The purpose of this study is two-fold: (1) identify the underlying structure of a relatively large set of physical, social, and psychological benefits students gain from campus recreation participation, and (2) determine how physical, social, and psychological benefits impact their level of emotional attachment to the university. Findings revealed that a three-factor model was acceptable to explain the underlying structure of the identified benefits. Decomposition of the significant relationships also indicated that physical benefits have a significant impact on social and psychological benefits, which, in turn, influence emotional attachment towards the university. Moreover, the indirect relationships between physical benefits and emotional attachment were found, although physical benefits were not directly associated with emotional attachment. Since college administrators aim to increase academic success as well as attract new students, university recreation facilities should be a more integral part of educational progress for college students and the recruitment process for prospective students.

Recommended Citation

Koo, Gi-Yong; Dixon, Anthony; Shoffner, Sara; Rainey, Tucker; and Sung, Junmo (2019) "Effects of Benefits Derived from Campus Recreation on Emotional Attachment towards the University," Global Sport Business Journal: Vol. 7: Iss. 1, Article 2.
Available at: https://scholarworks.sfasu.edu/gsbj/vol7/iss1/2