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Getting to the Heart of a Benedictine University Education: Orientation to Mission
No full textEmbedding the Catholic Benedictine mission and identity into the heart of what we do as educators -- teaching to develop citizens and leaders who want and can transform the world -- is key to developing the unique characteristics of a Benedictine education. But, first we must understand what we mean by Catholic and Benedictine, mission and identity, and why it is important to know, and how it can be manifested in all we do and in all areas of the institution
Interreligious Action as a Force for Peace
Get PDFEvery religion displays an inclination toward peace through its leaders and thinkers. This can be seen by the number of religious actors who have played a role in resolving conflicts in different parts of the world. Catholic religious leaders have played a leading role in mediating conflicts in Africa, Asia and Latin America. An Iman and a pastor from Nigeria inspire communities to forgive and foster co-existence. There are many other examples. Although there is evidence of religious commitment to peace, the reverse also is true (see Toft et al., 2011). While some believers innovatively use religious resources in promoting peace, others engage in atrocious activities that have led to religious bigotry in the world. Violent attacks by groups such as Al Shabaab and Boko Haram attest to how religion can motivate individuals to engage in violence and cause division in society. This article intends to highlight joint initiatives for peace by religious groups that are more relevant today than ever. The author, drawing on her experience with interreligious action projects for peace in Africa, will outline what is necessary for interreligious action to contribute to peace and social cohesion in society
Sugar Concentration in Frozen Sap
Get PDFNative Americans are the first people credited with processing syrup from the sap of maples trees, and the processes used to make maple syrup today are derived from their techniques (Henshaw, 1890). One of these procedures that the Native Americans used that is still utilized today is the freezing of sap. By allowing the sap to sit in below freezing temperatures, the water in the sap separates out and freezes on the top and is then able to be removed from the sap (Henshaw, 1890). This process helps to cut down on the amount of heat and time that is needed to evaporate the sap into syrup. A problem, however, is that it is possible that the ice that is removed form sap may hold a significant amount of sugar, making the removal of the ice counterproductive in maximizing syrup making efficiency. In our study, we measured the sugar concentration and volume of the ice that was frozen off of sap, as well as the sugar concentration and volume of the sap itself, in two different sized containers that would commonly be used in today’s sugar bush. We then analyzed our results and discussed whether or not th
Environmental effects on algal biodiversity and biomass on intertidal rocky shores in the Galápagos Islands, Ecuador
Get PDFMapping a Home Where the Buffalo Roam
Get PDFThe beef industry has increasingly become unsustainable, relying heavily on trucking and corn-based feed. Bison seems like a positive alternative due to labor, gestation, and carcass weight. This project explored the land usage, carrying capacity, and potential land barriers for large-scale bison farming in the Upper Midwest. The results found that almost 70% of the study area could switch to bison and maintain or increase productivity. North and South Dakota showed the most potential while Nebraska showed the least. This could be due to the acreage-efficiency found in feedlots. The final conclusion is that land is not a barrier for this industr
Home on the Market Range: A Land Feasibility Analysis for Large-Scale Bison Farming
Get PDFThe current beef industry is unsustainable and destructive. Battling against increasing industrialization, new options are being assessed. Bison, being equal in carcass weight but different in land use, sustainability, and labor, seems like a positive option. However, is there enough land to support an equal number of bison? To answer this question, interviews and research materials were used to create a land feasibility analysis. It found that 69% of the focus area, mostly in the Dakotas, could convert and be as productive as current beef producers. Feedlots present an issue since they are acreage-efficient, but the final conclusion remains that land is not a barrier
An Ethical Approach to Pharmaceutical Price Increase in the United States
Get PDFThe question of the ethics of drug pricing is a fairly new topic. Discussion started publicly in March of 2005 when an article in “The Economist” raised questions about many of the practices that have been going in this industry for years, like overpricing drugs that are no better than their replacements, and taking that profit to further advertise the products direct-to-consumer. This discussion has led to a question many Americans ask today: Are these companies putting profits ahead of people?
What is legally permissible is not always an ethical business practice, especially in the instance of profiting from healthcare. Law tells an individuals or groups what right(s) they have, ethics demonstrate the right thing to do. The public has given more focus to the clinical provision of healthcare than to the business side when considering the ethics of general healthcare. This is a trend that is beginning to change, as pharmaceutical companies have been engaging in questionable actions without any repercussions for a long time (Weber 6). The question this paper looks to answer is, what does an ethical price increase on a pharmaceutical product look like and can other systems provide us solutions to the issue of high drug prices in America
CSB/SJU Sexual Violence Campus Climate Survey Results
No full textThe CSB/SJU Sexual Violence Campus Climate Survey was conducted during Spring 2017. The presenters will summarize the results of the survey and facilitate discussion of the next steps in the ongoing work of preventing sexual violence