So while cyberloafing is definitely a trend, it is debatable whether itâs a threat. Based on the findings of Limâs research thus far, as an a inevitable aspect of modern working life rather than being a drain on productivity cyberloafing may actually produce more benefits than might initially appear.
In response to this, the AOUW was founded by John Upchurch, a Mason, as a Fraternal Benefit Society. Each member was assessed a small fee and upon the death of a member, his family would receive a death benefit, usually on the order of about $500 - $2,000.
Fraternities began at Union College (from which I am an alumni) and have always been associated with greek letters. The first fraternity was Kappa Alpha. Wikipedia Union College and there's some good information about the first triad of fraternities at Union and how it became known as the mother of fraternities..