
Dean Albarkat
- Mar 1, 2021
- 2 min
Civility on Social Media
Civility is about engaging with one another in a polite, empathetic and courteous manner. This is obviously a significant challenge for many people in today’s world - and not just in America. Because of social media and its ever-expanding reach, the issue that is civility reaches all corners of the world. Americans do, however, believe there is a major problem at home. A recent poll from Weber Shandwick and Powell Tate tracked the state of civility in the United States since
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Kaley Plaxton
- Feb 22, 2021
- 1 min
Civility in the Workplace
When searching for a job we are all hoping to find not only an opportunity to pursue our passions but also a sanctuary away from home. We hope to have coworkers who are patient and understanding. We hope to feel encouraged rather than reluctant when it comes to speaking up and sharing our ideas. We hope for a workplace with civility and kindness. Civility is much more than expressing something in a polite manner. It describes the ability to disagree without being disrespectfu
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Kira Kliczinski
- Feb 15, 2021
- 1 min
Civility in the Classroom
There are multiple ways civility is represented in the classroom! General classroom courtesy involves showing up on time, valuing inclusiveness, being kind, promoting respect for diversity, and encouraging new perspectives. Although the list is long, it is easy to maintain healthy and civil behavior once you understand the importance behind it. When following these expectations, it helps create a safe and understanding environment for everyone involved. Simply being kind can
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Sequoia West
- Feb 8, 2021
- 2 min
What is Civility?
Division in the United States is at an all-time high. It’s hard to ignore. It has extended past dislike and, in recent situations, it has resulted in fatal violence. In a 2018 poll on civility in America, 93% of Americans identified civility as a problem in our society. 69% said that it was a major problem. So, what is civility and why is it such a major issue? In a 2019 interview with NPR, Keith Bybee, the author of How Civility Works, said that “Civility is the baseline of
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