The influence of engagement levels within university organization on the formation of identity during emerging adults

Abstract

This study looks into how university organization affects identity formation as individuals during emerging adulthood. Concentrating on emerging adulthood, a crucial stage marked by identity exploration. This study aims to understand how the social environment within university organizations shapes individuals' identity formation. By integrating theoretical frameworks from Erik Erikson and Jeffrey Arnett, the research employs a quantitative approach with non-experimental design, utilizing surveys to measure organizational involvement and the Function Identity Scale (FIS) to assess identity development. Linear regression analysis is conducted to explore the relationship between organizational involvement and identity development. The result of the calculation, organizational activity significantly predicts identity, F(1.46) = 9.125, sig = .004. Then a small correlation of R=.166 shows that the prediction level given is 16%. This result will contribute to a better verified the role of higher education institutions in supporting emerging adults' identity formation through organization, guiding the development of supportive environments and promoting the well-being and success of individuals during this transitional phase