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Invoking the spiritual in campus life and leadership

Journal of College Student Development,  Nov/Dec 2001  by Rogers, Judy L,  Dantley, Michael E
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The spirituality in the workplace movement is the manifestation of a deep yearning for meaning and purpose in the work lives of individuals. People want to know that their work matters, that their efforts are in the service of something worthwhile, that their legacy is one of contributing to the betterment of humankind. Institutions of higher education would do well to examine how they respond to this deep need of their members. What is our responsibility as student affairs leaders for creating places that nourish the spiritual? What is our commitment to deepening our own spiritual intelligence? Are we willing to recognize the role of the spiritual in our ability to create a just and caring community? Do we have the courage and commitment to make our own inward journey-as well as that of staff, faculty, and students-the business of the institution as Palmer (1998) challenged us to do? The intent of this essay is to prompt deep reflection about these questions. What are the ways that each of us can contribute to creating institutions of meaning and purpose-institutions that engage our minds, our bodies, our hearts, and our souls?

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