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Homework: Capstone
This homework will be a response to the following question: "As an expert in my field of study, how do I expect to apply Jesuit ideals and principles in my work and/or in other facets of my life?" Include in your discussion how you see Jesuit ideals being applied in disciplines (specializations) related to your own. You may also use other resources as you find necessary and helpful.
The Jesuits have a long history in education and academic endeavors. Other Jesuit institutions of learning share many of these values.
1) Magis (Latin for "greater"): A characteristic way of proceeding for Jesuits and colleagues: when faced with two or more good options, choose that which benefits the greater number of people. Think globally.
2) Men and Women for Others: A primary goal of Jesuit education is to form men and women devoted to service of others and the formation of a more just society.
3) Finding God in All Things: God instills desires for truth, love and beauty in every person, therefore any sincere attempt to find and express these-in the arts, sciences, philosophy, religion, everyday experiences, etc.-to a certain extent draws persons closer to God and to each other.
4) Unity of Minds and Hearts: Jesuit education seeks to form men and women who, being diverse in backgrounds and convictions, are united by common respect, a presupposition of good will, and core values.
5) Care of the Person (Latin = CuraPersonalis): Quality care for others requires that we acknowledge and attend to unique experiences, perspectives and needs.
6) Contemplatives in Action: Familiarity with God that enables one to instinctively recognize His presence and activity at any moment of the day, and to determine with relative facility what choices will better serve Him.