The Markkula PrizeEach year, the Markkula Center for Applied Ethics awards the Markkula Prize to a Santa Clara University Senior who has done outstanding work in applied ethics. Established by the Advisory Board of the Markkula Center for Applied Ethics in honor of A. C. "Mike" Markkula Jr.'s leadership as chairman of the board, this award is given annually to a student in recognition of outstanding work in applied ethics.Winners have done a range of projects, most recently: 2009, Anna Kozas, for contributions to the Health Care Internship for Undergraduates2008, Alejandro Jara, for work as Webmaster of the Character-Based Literacy Web site and for developing and materials for the CBL Curriculum 2007, Griselda Renteria, for work with the Character Education Program |
New Materials
- Medical Amnesty and Responsibility
A student perspective
- The Struggle Over the Roman Catholic Conscience in American Politics
Commentary by Campus Ethics Director David DeCosse
- Ethical Challenges of Life in Space
A panel discussion on planetary protection
- Insolvency and Bankruptcy
Practical suggestions for corporate boards
Center News
- Ethics of War
An ROTC class meets with Campus Ethics Director David DeCosse
- Environmental Ethics Fellow
Student will survey campus culture of sustainability
