The Fragmented Generation

Abstract

In moral conversation, we attempt to create a safe space for conversing about very controversial issues. However, creating a safe, yet robust, conversational space throughout the campus, on topics as controversial as religious pluralism, can be difficult. In this article I give an example of one recent failure of mine to put May Sartons inspiring words of presence into practice, as well as present a series of recommendations for repairing the subsequent damage to moral conversation. This paper is based on a presentation given at the 2008 Institute on College Student Values in Tallahassee, Florida.