Put Aside Doubts . . . Be Responsible When It Counts!
In a time of concern for the health of a peer, put aside concerns over getting yourself in trouble for possessing or using alcohol as a minor - act responsibly by seeking medical assistance when necessary! "Promoting Responsible Action in Medical Emergencies" provides for limited relief from disciplinary action if a student under the influence of alcohol either summons or requires medical assistance.
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
- October 28 -- ICE Launch Party
- Check our www.ice.umd.edu for more information
- November 11 -- Ethics & a Movie
- Featuring The Emperor's Club, 6:00 p.m. Grand Ballroom Lounge (Stamp)
Ethics in the News
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
It is crucial that we learn about these concepts [integrity, character, and ethics] here [at the University of Maryland], where the system is geared towards helping us become better students and better people. After college, you don't get a second chance and the law isn't trying to help you as much as it is trying to contain you.
Mike Warley
Sophomore, Environmental Science & Policy
USJ Community Advocate, Mock Trial, Primannum Honor Society
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