Millennial Drift: How Can Universities Respond?
"Formation, Faith and Values in a Secular Age" – Saturday, August 8 @ 1:00PM
Research indicates that many in the rising generation lack clear frameworks of beliefs and values and tend to drift from decision to decision based on "what feels right" (Smith & Snell, 2009). Many will meander through their twenties rather than engaging in purposeful exploration, in part because institutions of higher education have failed to prepare them for the transition to adulthood (Arum and Roksa, 2014). Yet, students are often open to guidance in their moral and social development, so long as it is not imposed upon them. How can universities better respond to these needs? Can faith, values and spirituality be introduced into secular classrooms, while respecting the pluralistic character of our modern society?
Five instructors who have created courses aimed at responding to these well-documented needs will share experiences on their motivations, course designs, desired outcomes, hindrances and measuring impact. Audience engagement with panelists and in small groups is warmly encouraged.
This PDW also aims to explore further research, to include a longitudinal study measuring impact of these courses in the workplace.
Please join Andre Delbecq (Santa Clara), Thomas Wright (Fordham), Robert Schindler (Rutgers School of Business), Richard Peregoy (Dallas) and Daniel Harris (Arkansas) for this stimulating and very "now" workshop.
Daniel E. Harris, MS
Executive in Residence and Managing Director
Tyson Center for Faith & Spirituality in the Workplace
WJWH 542
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR 72701
T: 479-575-3721