Join us for the Ethics Center's 30th Anniversary Celebration! October 24, 4-6 p.m. Vari Hall |
SPOTLIGHT EVENT 30 Years of Ethical Leadership
Please join us for our 30th Anniversary Celebration on October 24, 4-6 p.m., Vari Hall. The program features remarks by special guests, including A.C. "Mike" Markkula Jr., former Apple CEO and Center seed funder. You can also enjoy the premiere of our new video, refreshments, and sweet surprises. Other anniversary highlights include the launch of our new web page with interactive timeline, profiles of outstanding Center alumni, a special issue of our annual report, and a "Social Media Challenge." Watch for updates here, on our website, and on our social media: #Markkula30 RSVP |
| What can be done to improve the quality of campaigns and the performance of federal and state government? Drawing from his experiences in the California State Senate and the U.S. Congress, Tom Campbell will propose specific solutions to campaign finance abuse, legislative gridlock, and other issues prevalent in today’s polarized political climate. He will conclude with some predictions for the upcoming election. Campbell, who has served as professor at Stanford, and dean at UC Berkely and Chapman universities, was named the "most ethical state senator" by the California Journal. 7 p.m., October 18 deSaisset Museum Register |
| Registration is open for this free, self-paced online course taught by Center Executive Director Kirk O. Hanson. The course provides an overview of the manager's role in shaping the organization's ethics. It offers advice on strategies for managing ethics and practical tools for shaping the ethical culture of a manager's team, work group, or organization. All course finishers receive a certificate and a badge for their website and online platforms. Read More and Register |
| You might have noticed a difference in our line-up of events this year—business ethics programming in a variety of formats. For the past decade, the bulk of our offerings have been invitation-only meetings of the Business Ethics Partnership. We will continue with these more intimate events but have added public programs as well. Our next open event will explore “Hot Topics in Business Ethics,” with two discrete sessions: "Unconscious Bias at Work" featuring Google's Lauren Thomas Ewing and "Corporate Decision-Making: When Business and National Interests Conflict" featuring SCU Law Professor David Yosifon. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., October 11 Lucas Hall, Forbes Room Register |
| The ethical dilemmas confronting directors, board members, managers, volunteers, and philanthropists involved in the social sector are highlighted in a new set of case studies available on the Center's website. The cases explore issues such as stewardship of resources and how much say donors should have in the organization's strategy. We invite you to submit your own ethics stories from the social sector. Read More |
| Are you part of our online community? We recently topped 1,500 fans on Facebook and 2,500 followers on Twitter! On these channels, we post ethics topics in the headlines, important Center news and highlights, the latest from our program areas and blogs, and more. Feel free to join our social media and participate in the online discussion. |
Additional Upcoming Events
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A New Moment in the Ethics of the Use of Force?
Harrington Learning Commons
6:30 p.m.
Ken Butigan, director of Pace e Bene Nonviolence Service, presents highlights of "The Vatican Conference on Nonviolence" and the steps emerging from the unprecedented meeting to spread active nonviolence throughout the Church and the world.
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Trump, Clinton, Ethics, and Politics: Moral Reasoning and the 2016 Election
Benson Parlos B & C
noon 1 p.m.
A panel discussion by SCU experts on the election and moral reasoning. Panelists: Robert Finocchio, SCU Management; Scott LaBarge, SCU Philosophy; and Erick Ramirez, SCU Philosophy. Moderator: Hana Callaghan, Director, Ethics Center Government Ethics program.
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Media Mentions
*Director of Leadership Ethics Ann Skeet discussed potential personal benefits the Clintons receive from their foundation and the ethical considerations, in Politifact. In an article for the Los Angeles Times, Skeet commented on the challenges universities face when deciding whether or not to discipline athletes suspected of breaking the law. And in commentary for the Tampa Bay Times, she discussed how the 2016 presidential election might impact the Clinton Foundation's work in countries like Tanzania.
*Executive Director Kirk Hanson was interviewed about China's opportunity for economic leadership at this year's G20 Summit on CCTV's China 24.
*Assistant Director of Campus Ethics Brian Green was quoted in an article for Smithsonian.com on the ethical implications of tourism to environmentally sensitive regions.
*Director of Government Ethics Hana Callaghan published a feature in Real Clear Politics on the ethical dangers of vitriolic language by political candidates.
*Ethics Center Associate Director Margaret R. McLean was interviewed for an article in Medical Ethics Advisor about the importance of undergrads learning about ethics by shadowing clinicians.
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