Catholic higher education in the United States is undergoing dramatic changes, driven largely by the virtual disappearance of nuns, brothers, and priests from Catholic university campuses. Today Catholic colleges and universities are dealing with critical questions about what constitutes Catholic collegiate identity, what are appropriate ways to engage the Catholic tradition across all sectors of university life, what constitutes a critical mass of committed and knowledgeable Catholics necessary to maintain religious identity, what is an appropriate level of knowledge and religious commitment for those who lead, govern, and teach at Catholic institutions and how do they acquire it. Many people have strong - and strongly differing - opinions about the current state of Catholic higher education. Morey and Piderit waded into these waters with a study of 124 senior administrators from 33 Catholic colleges and universities across the United States. From these interviews emerged the evidence that a cultural crisis is looming over these institutions. Based on their research, Morey and Piderit describe the present situation and offer concrete suggestions for Catholic colleges and universities to recover their Catholic identity, culture, and mission. The authors define the critical issues and analyze and address them by using the rich construct of culture, particularly organizational culture. They provide four different models of how Catholic colleges and universities can operate and successfully compete as religiously distinctive institutions in the higher education market. After specifying the content of the Catholic tradition - intellectual, moral, and social - Morey and Piderit critique present performance among institutions in all four models, provide specific policy proposals for attending to religious cultural weakness, and offer principles for effectively leading and managing cultural change.
Catholic higher education in the United States is undergoing dramatic changes, driven largely by the virtual disappearance of nuns, brothers, and priests from Catholic university campuses. Today, Catholic colleges and universities are dealing with critical questions about what constitutes Catholic collegiate identity. What are appropriate ways to engage the Catholic tradition across all sectors of university life? What constitutes a critical mass of committed and knowledgeable Catholics necessary to maintain religious identity? What is an appropriate level of knowledge and religious commitment for those who lead, govern, and teach at Catholic institutions and how do they acquire it? Many people have strong - and strongly differing - opinions about the current state of Catholic higher education. Melanie M. Morey and John J. Piderit, S.J., wade into these waters with a study of 124 senior administrators at 33 Catholic colleges and universities across the United States. Exceptionally candid appraisals by administrators across a varied landscape attest that a cultural crisis is looming at a number of Catholic institutions. Morey and Piderit offer the first in-depth cultural analysis of the Catholic character of Catholic universities and colleges at a crucial time for these institutions. With new research and practical applications, this book is an invaluable resource for Catholic educators and anyone concerned about the future of Catholic higher education.
The United States and Cuba actually cooperate on several issues of mutual interest. This intriguing pattern of U.S.-Cuban cooperation emerged during the 1990s. Naked self-interest led the two governments to cooperate in four areas: illegal immigration, drug trafficking, decreasing tensions around Guantanamo Naval Base, and reducing the threat of unintended war. The fact that there has been any cooperation between the United States and Cuba may be surprising since the public rhetoric of animosity has always dominated U.S.-Cuban discourse. To date, there has been little systematic research on these areas of cooperation, from confidence-building measures to how Cuban exile groups have attempted to undermine all levels of cooperation with the United States. Melanie Ziegler examines these issues and offers possible solutions in hopes of discovering the best pathway for avoiding future confrontation and for building normal relations in the twenty-first century. As the Fidel Castro era draws to a close, it is essential to examine and begin looking for new perspectives on U.S.-Cuban cooperation tactics. Complete with a historical background, this book is a must-read for scholars, students, policy experts, and members of the U.S. military.
Integrating Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavior Therapy in Clinical Practice shows counseling and other mental health professionals how the theoretical bases and evidence-based practices of motivational interviewing (MI) and cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) can be used together to maximize client outcomes.Chapters outline effective methods for integrating MI and CBT and show how these can be applied to clients in a diverse range of mental health, substance use and addiction, and correctional settings. Written in a clear and applicable style, the text features case studies, resources for skill development, and "Voices From the Field" sections, as well as chapters devoted to specific topics such as depression, anxiety, and more.Building on foundational frameworks for integrative practice, this is a valuable resource for counseling and psychotherapy practitioners looking to incorporate MI and CBT into their clinical practices.
Integrating Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavior Therapy in Clinical Practice shows counseling and other mental health professionals how the theoretical bases and evidence-based practices of motivational interviewing (MI) and cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) can be used together to maximize client outcomes.Chapters outline effective methods for integrating MI and CBT and show how these can be applied to clients in a diverse range of mental health, substance use and addiction, and correctional settings. Written in a clear and applicable style, the text features case studies, resources for skill development, and "Voices From the Field" sections, as well as chapters devoted to specific topics such as depression, anxiety, and more.Building on foundational frameworks for integrative practice, this is a valuable resource for counseling and psychotherapy practitioners looking to incorporate MI and CBT into their clinical practices.
Of Women is a collection of poems to benefit women in need; all profits go to the Downtown Women's Center in LA, CA. Compiled while residing in Burbank, California, Of Women was Ms. Eyth's first published venture.
The beginning of a young poet's journey, Unveiled is simplicity and grace at its best. Photographs and short poems describe what it feels like to be a young woman in our world. Read this book for yourself, for your daughter, or for a better understanding of any young artist experiencing life as YOU once knew it be; new and exciting.
A young woman's response to life and growing is this book of poems and photographs. Melanie M. Eyth is an artist by nature and a woman of the world by birth. Enjoy her words and pictures, as she offers them with all the joy and humility in her heart.
An autobiography of an artist, The Girl of Earthly Existence is a photographic as well as poetic look at a woman growing into her own skin and world. Often, we look at a person from the outside, and forget about the inside. This book is unabashedly and shamelessly about one girl's heart.
A new series of poems by Melanie M. Eyth, this book was originally published in 2012. Reprinted now, it asks the questions: Will my maker label me good or bad? Am I redeemed? And, Am I artistic enough to count?
During a time in our nation's history when Kentucky was a frontier wilderness full of "rogues and rascals," a Presbyterian minister hauls his family over the Appalachian Mountains to carve out a new homestead -- and light the spark of a spiritual work that changes a nation. Meanwhile, a young frontierswoman from neighboring Tennessee finds herself drawn in to these "church" meetings and sees displays of God's power that she never imagined. How she responds will change the course of her life along with those she loves.Readers will be captivated as they watch these two characters come to know one another and experience a great move of God -- both together and separately. So much accuracy is relayed in this account of historical fiction, that readers will be left wondering just which parts were imagined in this realistic tale.
Peruse the aisles of any major college and library, and you'll find hundreds of volumes detailing the impact that men have had on the world for Christ. However, when looking for books describing the women who have made a difference for the Lord, it is challenging to find many books.This book was written as part of a seminary class by a conservative woman that really desired to find some great women who have influenced others with the Gospel. The seminary is Baptist, so the research primarily focused on the history of the Baptists.And yet, you don't have to be a woman or a Baptist to learn about women who have lived their lives for a greater cause than themselves, women who have sacrificed and unselfishly given of themselves because of their love for the Lord Jesus Christ.This is not some dry history book, but rather a refreshing reminder of what it really means to serve the Lord no matter where or WHEN you live. As you read about some fascinating people, you'll receive encouragement to live personally with more boldness and courage.
The Soul's Bright Home seeks to answer the question, how does poetry soothe the soul? Collected poems contained therein imply that not only does reading poetry soothe the soul, but writing poetry soothes the soul as well.
The engagement of poems and pictures is near and dear to Melanie's heart. The poem connects to the picture and the picture connects to the poem intimately, divinely, and holily. May you find rhythm and reason in this tiny, consequential compendium.
Dedicated to a friend who lives in New York City, Star is a compilation of essays written by Melanie M. Eyth. Most refer to art, spirituality, Jesus and creativity. All refer to the love of language. Read, contemplate, and enjoy
