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Publication Date: 2011-Feb
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The Civic Relevance of Interfaith Cooperation for Colleges and Universities
Patel, Eboo; Meyer, Cassie
Journal of College and Character, v12 n1 Feb 2011
As tensions around religious diversity escalate in America, there is an increased realization that interfaith cooperation has broad civic relevance. In this realization, there is an opportunity for American colleges and universities to play a leadership role in constructively engaging religious diversity. The authors of this article explore the current challenges posed by religious diversity, a model of interfaith cooperation focused on civic engagement and social cohesion. They also explore how college students have a particular leadership role to play in building interfaith cooperation. (Contains 4 footnotes.)
Descriptors: Colleges, Religion, Cooperation, Leadership, Cultural Relevance, Beliefs, Religious Cultural Groups, Religious Organizations, Citizen Participation, Institutional Cooperation, Cultural Pluralism, Social Cognition, Conflict, Change Strategies, Universities, Leadership Role, College Role
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Language: English
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