As I stated in a previous blog, I am a strong opponent of censorship in almost every situation. It is hard for me to imagine a situation in which I approve of it. There are many reasons for my objection to it, not the least of which is that it tends to be counterproductive and results in more strongly felt anger and resentment. All we can do is hope that people will be concerned about the feelings of others and know that as they don't want to have "stuff" tossed around about them, those on the receiving end of their words have feelings too. Hurt often ends up causing hurt and, in the end, two people are hurt. That is about all that is "accomplished" and that is an accomplishment that I can do without.

 Dale

Tuesday, May 13, 2008 12:24:56 PM (Atlantic Standard Time, UTC-04:00)    Comments [1] | 

The Lourdes College Self-Study (2007) reported that the percentages of female, African-American, and non-traditional-aged students at Lourdes are higher than at large nearby institutions!

Why is that important? Because greater diversity means a better education for all students. Here are some examples:

·         Diversity broadens students' experiences educationally—intellectually, socially, emotionally, and ethically.

·         Learning in a diverse environment helps to make us competitive professionals in our diverse US society and it positions us to make a difference in the global society.

·         Students who graduate from a college with a diverse student population are better prepared to meet the demands of a diverse workplace and are better able to contribute to the diverse communities in which we live.

·         Diversity in the classroom helps us learn to become more effective leaders. Leaders need to solicit and understand the perspectives of many people, because diverse perspectives are superior to narrower single-group thinking.

Friday, September 07, 2007 3:40:46 PM (Atlantic Standard Time, UTC-04:00)    Comments [7] | 

Featuring Dr. Shall Sinha, an in-character presentation

Sunday, September 30, at 3pm.

Doermann Theatre

University of Toledo

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Dr. Shall Sinha is a leading expert on the life and works of Mahatma Ghandi. Through his unique presentation, he delivers Ghandi's message in Ghandi's character. The political and spiritual leader of India was committed to non-violence, championed for human rights, and inspired movements for civil rights and freedom around the world.

Friday, September 07, 2007 2:53:53 PM (Atlantic Standard Time, UTC-04:00)    Comments [0] | 

Hey!! We’ve got a new name!

Diversity Awareness & Action Committee

The Multicultural Committee is now the Diversity Awareness & Action Committee (DAAC). The DAAC brings students, faculty, and staff together to create awareness about diversity topics through educational events, speakers, and celebrations and take action by developing and supporting institutional diversity initiatives that effect change on campus.

Look for information posted about Fall events, such as:

• Safe Schools Project—October 25, 6:30-8:00, Franciscan Center Rooms A and B. Event is open to students, faculty, and staff of Lourdes College.
• Hispanic Heritage Month—September/October
• Native American Heritage Month—November
• Names Project Quilt—December 1, World AIDS Day

We welcome student input and participation!

• Be a blogger on Diversity Blog at LourdesWorld .

• Come to our meetings:
  • Wednesday Sept. 26^th 1pm - 2pm SCH 142
  • Wednesday Oct. 17^th noon - 1pm  SCH 253
  • Wednesday Nov. 7^th 1pm - 2pm SCH 142
  • Wednesday Nov. 28^th noon- 1pm SCH 142

Want more information?  Have some ideas? Contact Larry Murphy at 419-824-3825 (lmurphy@lourdes.edu) or Therese Hoffman at 419-824-3824 (thoffman@lourdes.edu).

Friday, September 07, 2007 2:44:16 PM (Atlantic Standard Time, UTC-04:00)    Comments [0] |