In episode 3 of the Conversatio podcast, Dr. Clark Summers and Professor Michael Watson discuss what constitutes “just” war in the 21st century and apply this framework to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. This is the second part of our discussion on the 2022 conflict between these two countries.
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The Role Religious Identity Plays in the Conflict between Russia and Ukraine
In episode 2 of the Conversatio podcast, Dr. Troy Feay and Dr. Daniel Hutchinson help us understand how religious identity impacts the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
Belmont Abbey College Announces New Online RN-BSN Program
Belmont, N.C. (August 4, 2022) – Today Belmont Abbey College announces the launch of its online RN-BSN nursing program. This comes alongside Belmont Abbey’s pre-licensure Bachelors of Science in nursing degree and is part of the institution’s focus on increasing offerings in healthcare education. The RN-BSN application is open now and classes begin later this month, with the first cohort of RN-BSN students graduating in 2024.
The RN-BSN program at Belmont Abbey College comes at a time when quality nurses are in high demand. “We’ve gone from a nursing shortage to a nursing crisis. We have an aging professional population, plus a shortage of nurse educators. Many clinical training sites shut down during the pandemic, but now that those sites are open we can continue our efforts to send nurses into practice,” says Dr. Carolyn Harmon, Dean of Nursing at Belmont Abbey. The accelerated RN-BSN program requires students to complete 34 credit hours prior to graduation, with qualifying candidates eligible to complete the program in 12-18 months. This format provides an avenue to get qualified nurses in action quickly. To facilitate the transition from a technical RN to a professional BSN RN, Belmont Abbey College signed on to the RN-BSN Uniform Articulation Agreement between NCICU (North Carolina Independent Colleges & Universities) and the North Carolina Community College system. The agreement simplifies passage through the program for RNs who earned their initial degree in the North Carolina system. “The RN-BSN presents an incredible opportunity for Registered Nurses in the field to advance in their degrees and careers,” says Dr. Harmon. These graduates will emerge with the right knowledge and tools to provide exceptional patient care.
A nursing degree from Belmont Abbey College insures a solid foundation in theology, scripture, and philosophy while exploring the connection between faith and healthcare. “We recognize the value of Registered Nurses for their experience, knowledge, and commitment to the profession. We want to come alongside them and offer a flexible, affordable path to advancing their careers. The RN-BSN program allows us to help solve the issue of the nursing crisis by placing more qualified nurses on the front lines with a focus on patient safety and outcomes,” says Dr. David Williams, Vice Provost for Academic Affairs at Belmont Abbey College.
Belmont Abbey College is collaborating with other institutions in Gaston County to make healthcare education more accessible. At Gaston Early College, students can complete high school and an Associates’ degree in medical services in five years. Students who want to continue their education are encouraged to continue at Belmont Abbey College. Additionally, the college is working with CaroMont Health to build a hospital on Abbey land that will open in 2023. This facility affords nursing students the opportunity to learn the best nursing practices and prepare for service and ethical leadership in the healthcare community.
About Belmont Abbey College: Founded in 1876, Belmont Abbey College is a private, Catholic baccalaureate and liberal arts institution. Our mission is to educate students in the liberal arts and sciences so that in all things God may be glorified. Guided by the Catholic intellectual tradition and the Benedictine spirit of prayer and learning, we welcome a diverse body of students and provide them with an education that will enable them to lead lives of integrity, to succeed professionally, to become responsible citizens, and to be a blessing to themselves and to others. Our beautiful and historic campus is conveniently located just 10 miles west of Charlotte, N.C., and is currently home to more than 1500 students. For more information, visit https://belmontabbeycollege.edu/.
The Potential Overturn of Roe vs. Wade
In episode 1 of the Conversatio podcast Dr. David Williams, Dr. Joseph Wysocki, and Dr. Mary Imparato discuss the history of abortion laws including Roe vs. Wade and Planned Parenthood vs. Casey, the leak of the potential overturn, and what America might look like after the decision is made.
Belmont Abbey College and the Institute of World Politics Announce Partnership Geared Towards International Affairs Education
Belmont Abbey College and the Institute of World Politics Announce Partnership Geared Towards International Affairs Education
BELMONT, N.C. – (June 29, 2022) Belmont Abbey College and the Institute of World Politics (IWP) announce a partnership in international affairs education. Earlier this week, the two parties signed a Memorandum of Understanding that will benefit students pursuing an education in international affairs and politics. The establishment of this new partnership pairs two institutes focused on giving students the skills necessary to succeed in the world of politics, statecraft, and national security affairs.
The partnership will provide Belmont Abbey students an exceptional next step towards a career in international affairs. Dr. David Williams, Vice Provost for Academic Affairs at Belmont Abbey, believes this new opportunity further enhances the mission of the Abbey. Our mission hopes for our students to be ‘a blessing for themselves and others,’ and those called to careers in international affairs will find that developing their skills at IWP will build on what they’ve received at BAC in a host of ways,” he says.
Once accepted into IWP’s onsite M.A. program, ten Belmont Abbey students will receive a $2,200 scholarship each semester and are eligible for additional IWP merit-based scholarships and tuition discounts. Additionally, students from Belmont Abbey will receive early acceptance assurance into the online M.A. program and priority consideration for IWP’s internship program, with the opportunity to visit the Institute prior on a yearly basis. In turn, Belmont Abbey will share IWP’s mission with students and raise awareness of IWP’s programs on campus.
This agreement is equally beneficial to IWP as they seek to find students with strong foundations of ethics and morality. “IWP and Belmont have a mutual commitment to the defense of truth, justice, and the Western moral tradition, and our efforts are greatly strengthened by our new partnership, ” says Mr. Tim Stebbins, IWP Vice President of Graduate Recruitment. “This endeavor will streamline our central mission of educating the next generation of leadership in intelligence, diplomacy, and national security. We very much look forward to welcoming Belmont Abbey alumni through our doors and watching them embark on fascinating careers.”
About Belmont Abbey College: Founded in 1876, Belmont Abbey College is a private, Catholic baccalaureate and liberal arts institution. Our mission is to educate students in the liberal arts and sciences so that in all things God may be glorified. Guided by the Catholic intellectual tradition and the Benedictine spirit of prayer and learning, we welcome a diverse body of students and provide them with an education that will enable them to lead lives of integrity, to succeed professionally, to become responsible citizens, and to be a blessing to themselves and others. Our beautiful and historic campus is conveniently located just 10 miles west of Charlotte, N.C., and currently serves over 1500 students both onsite and online. For more information, visit https://belmontabbeycollege.edu/.
About the Institute of World Politics: Based in Washington D.C., the Institute of World Politics is a graduate school of national security, intelligence, and international affairs, dedicated to developing leaders with a sound understanding of international realities and the ethical conduct of statecraft, based on knowledge and appreciation of the founding principles of the American political economy and the Western moral tradition.
