Social Capital

The film Social Capital Theory by Dreiling (2015) discusses three concepts of social capital: resources, topology (structure of network), and the nature of the relationship between an individual and others in the network. A resource is someone or something that helps an individual accomplish a given task. For example, reaching a friend or family member to ask about a business idea one is sure of is a resource in social capital. Topology encompasses the kind of people individuals socialize with and the size of relationship network they have with one another. The type and size of the network determine the type and quality of resources an individual can potentially access. The relationship between an individual and their resources determines how possible or impossible an individual can exploit resources embedded in the relationship they are members of. It involves trust, mistrust, resects and disrespect, feeling, expectations, and obligations.  

My social capital encompasses my friend and relatives who contribute positively to my life. A peaceful transition from high school to college life is an example of an opportunity I have reaped from friendships in learning institutions. When I landed at the college, I found it stressful and challenging for me to survive in the new institution. I knew...