Cafeteria Sociology Analysis
CAFETERIA ETHNOGRAPHY
ABSTRACT
This subject of this study are JSEC, Gonzaga Caf and Cervini Caf, three different popular cafeterias that Ateneo de Manila College students often visit. Only these three cafeterias where chosen amongst the various other cafeterias in campus that are alos available for Loyola School students because unlike the others there are various stalls that cater to the students. Those not included in our study such as Manang’s, ISO caf and Café Azul, only has one caterer that provides food to the customers. This study has three objectives:
- to identify the social norms and trends present in JSEC, Gonzaga Caf and Cervini Caf.
- to distinguish motivations of students in choosing in which cafeteria to eat or hang out.
- to explain the similarities and differences of the three cafeterias.
I. INTRODUCTION
When we step into a school’s cafeteria, there are some things we cannot help but notice. It may be the assortment of foods offered around you, or the temperature and fragrances permeating the air. But one aspect that never fails to elude our awareness is the people in the area. More often than not, we find ourselves taking note of the different clusters at each table. The diversity found in cafeterias can be attributed to the presence of social groups.
Social groups have existed throughout the history of man. It is defined as two or more humans who interact with each other, accept expectations and obligations to their respective groups, and share a common identity. Some examples would be the family, the barkada, the school community, the different religions, and many more. There are various reasons for people to form social groups. Many join for the benefits they receive from gaining membership in a group. Like the feeling of acceptance and connection to others who are similar to you.
Obviously, all social groups have to eat sometimes. This paper intends to share how groups in certain Ateneo college cafeterias act and look.
ABSTRACT
This subject of this study are JSEC, Gonzaga Caf and Cervini Caf, three different popular cafeterias that Ateneo de Manila College students often visit. Only these three cafeterias where chosen amongst the various other cafeterias in campus that are alos available for Loyola School students because unlike the others there are various stalls that cater to the students. Those not included in our study such as Manang’s, ISO caf and Café Azul, only has one caterer that provides food to the customers. This study has three objectives:
- to identify the social norms and trends present in JSEC, Gonzaga Caf and Cervini Caf.
- to distinguish motivations of students in choosing in which cafeteria to eat or hang out.
- to explain the similarities and differences of the three cafeterias.
I. INTRODUCTION
When we step into a school’s cafeteria, there are some things we cannot help but notice. It may be the assortment of foods offered around you, or the temperature and fragrances permeating the air. But one aspect that never fails to elude our awareness is the people in the area. More often than not, we find ourselves taking note of the different clusters at each table. The diversity found in cafeterias can be attributed to the presence of social groups.
Social groups have existed throughout the history of man. It is defined as two or more humans who interact with each other, accept expectations and obligations to their respective groups, and share a common identity. Some examples would be the family, the barkada, the school community, the different religions, and many more. There are various reasons for people to form social groups. Many join for the benefits they receive from gaining membership in a group. Like the feeling of acceptance and connection to others who are similar to you.
Obviously, all social groups have to eat sometimes. This paper intends to share how groups in certain Ateneo college cafeterias act and look.
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