In episode 5 of the Conversatio podcast, Professor Elisa Torres-Neff and her brother, Father Jonathan Torres share how Dante’s Divine Comedy can inform friendships in the modern age.
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Belmont Abbey Co-Hosts “Life in America After Roe” Conference
Belmont Abbey College partners with the American Conservative to host a discussion of “Life in America after Roe”. Both institutions have tirelessly advocated for a Pro-Life America and are committed to protecting the dignity of human life. “Life in America after Roe” will take place on the Belmont Abbey College campus on September 20, 2022 from 1:00 pm-6:00 pm. To purchase tickets, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/life-in-america-after-roe-tickets-374270843167.
Join us in the Haid Ballroom as we explore timely question of life and death in the contemporary political arena. The conference schedule is as follows: (1:00-2:15 pm) Panel One, “Ending Abortion in America,” features Katy Faust of Them Before Us, Terry Schilling of The American Principles Project, and Newsweek’s Josh Hammer, with The American Conservative‘s Executive Director, Emile Doak, moderating.
(2:45-3:30 pm) Panel Two, “The Future of the Anti-Abortion Movement,” features Noah Brandt, Director of Government Affairs at Live Action News; Mira Via’s Executive Director, Debbie Capen; and Caitlin Connors, Southern Regional Director at Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America.
(4:00-5:15 pm) Panel Three, “Family Policy for a Post-Roe America,” features Catherine Pakaluk, Catholic University of America’s Director of Social Research; The American Conservative‘s Helen Andrews; and Gladden Pappin of the University of Dallas.
(5:15-6:00 pm) Mingle with the speakers over light refreshments.
To purchase tickets, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/life-in-america-after-roe-tickets-374270843167.
A Judge’s Perspective on the Depp/Heard Court Case
In episode 4, Conversatio host Julia Long sits with with Judge Richard Boner to discuss the role of body language in the Johnny Depp/Amber Heard court case. Judge Boner also shares his perceptions of the case.
COVID Update Fall 2022
COVID Update Fall 2022
August, 16, 2022
Quarantine (from exposure): Belmont Abbey College follows the newly released guidelines from the CDC that suggest no quarantine after exposure to a known positive. Students who have been exposed to a known positive should continue normal campus functions while masking for 10 days post-exposure. If you develop symptoms, please contact the Wellness Center and email baccovid19@bac.edu.
Masks: Masks remain optional in all areas of campus. The only populations that should mask are those who have been exposed (see above) or are returning to normal campus functions following an isolation period in accord with CDC recommendations.
Occupancy: There are currently no occupancy restrictions in campus buildings or events.
Testing: As has been the case for some time, we have testing capabilities in our Wellness Center for symptomatic students. We will not be testing asymptomatic students for purposes of athletic participation and competition.
Isolation (5-day duration with a COVID positive test result): Students that test positive will need to isolate off campus either at home, in a hotel, or other accommodations for five (5) days at their own expense and will be responsible for other factors during the isolation period (dining, transportation, communicating with professors, etc.). After the isolation period – if you are fever-free for at least 24 hours, and your symptoms have cleared or significantly reduced, you may return to normal campus activities. However, you must wear a medical mask when you are with other students, staff, or faculty, for an additional five (5) days.
We strongly encourage students to come to campus with a plan on how they will isolate off campus, should the need arise.
“Just” War in the 21st Century
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.
