Tuesday, February 9, 2010
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Promoting Integrity, Character, and Ethics

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Topic of the Month

Building a Community of Character at the University of Maryland

The University of Maryland is a family, a community. Whether student, faculty, or staff member, we are tied to one another as fellow Terps. As such, we are expected to act in the best interest of the community and uphold the values of the University. In the University of Maryland Strategic Plan, the University's values are outlined as follows:

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This Month's Events

Interested in joining the USJ?? The University Student Judiciary is seeking new members for 2010-2011.

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Ethics in the News

Why We Must Ration Health Care by Peter Singer

From the NEW YORK TIMES MAGAZINE
Why We Must Ration Health Care
By PETER SINGER
Published: July 19, 2009

A utilitarian philosopher's argument for placing a dollar value on human life.

Mr. Singer comments on the current ethical debate about life, rights, and money that are a part of the health care reform discussions. What are your thoughts on Mr. Singer's essay?

Read about Mr. Singer's essay here.

Faces of Integrity

Integrity, character, and ethics are important because they are learning experiences that will help shape our future values as parents, professionals, and citizens. The force us to think critically and ethically through every action we carry out.

Thibaut Tchinda
Junior, Criminology Major
USJ Community Advocate


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