Amy Wilson

James Fraser

Melissa Carter

Chelsea Garbell

This edited volume brings together reflections on how students pursue the search for meaning and purpose in the context of higher education. It offers perspectives from humanities professors, college chaplains of multiple faiths, and observers of the changing shape of the American university as each considers the needs and expectations of today’s students. The collection address three key lines of inquiry: what the student search for meaning looks like in the context of higher education; how do presenters understand the dimensions of the search for meaning itself; and how do (or don’t) humanities faculty and religious life leaders talk to each other around the common student concerns addressed in both course work and the extracurricular world of religious life programs? Together, the conversation suggests that students pursue a search for meaning in the context of university life and the academic curriculum, but the particular dimensions of this search are yet undefined. This is often a contested pursuit because it conflicts with the other purposes of the university which some see as primary. A key audience for this book is university administrators who work in the field of chaplaincy and faith-based programming, as well as department chairs and faculty in the liberal arts who are directly involved in building humanities curriculum.

Reflections on the Intersections of College Chaplaincy, Liberal Arts and the University

A Student's Search for Meaning

Murney Rinholm

More children than ever before are being diagnosed with rare chromosome disorders and surviving not only to birth but well into adulthood. The most common chromosome disorder is Down syndrome, which occurs in 1 out of 700 babies, however, there are hundreds of others that are individually rare, but collectively common. This book serves as a guide for parents new to the world of rare chromosome disorders. Raising the Goddess of Spring shares the story of Stephanie and her daughter Maia, who was diagnosed with a rare chromosome disorder in 1995. Stephanie is the founder of Chromosome 22 Central, an international parent support group, as well as being a Registered Social Worker. Contributors Dr. Melissa Carter and Murney Rinholm, are well-established experts in their fields. Melissa Carter, MD, is a Clinical Geneticist specializing in Developmental Disabilities, working out of the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario in Ottawa, Ontario. She is currently an Associate Professor at the University of Ottawa, Department of Pediatrics. Murney Rinholm has been president of Chromosome 22 Central since 2002. She is a mother to a son with Emanuel syndrome. She has experience as a special education teacher and paralegal specializing in estates and guardianships. She has also served as a past parent & family advocate for the State of North Carolina's Office of Emergency Medical Services. Together, the authors combine a wealth of experience in parenting, advocacy, mental health, special education, estates and benefits, clinical genetics, and child development. Dr. Beverly Searle, CEO of the international support group, Unique-the Rare Chromosome Disorder & Gene Disorder Support Group, based in the UK, has written the foreword for the book. Stephanie's journey, along with stories from other parents, is woven around explanations of chromosomes, advice on common medical and developmental concerns, as well as covering reproductive issues for carriers of chromosome differences. Raising the Goddess of Spring also discusses relationships, planning for the future, and child loss. You will learn how to manage your mental health and find humour and joy in raising your child. You will also learn how to find your strengths, become a fierce advocate, and build resilience along the way. This book will be of interest to parents of children who have rare chromosome disorders, as well as physicians, nurses, genetic counsellors, developmental therapists, special education teachers, or anyone who is involved in the care and support of children with rare chromosome disorders. "In this remarkable book, Stephanie has compiled a wealth of valuable and insightful information for parents affected by the diagnosis of a rare chromosome disorder in their child. She tackles many topics from the perspective of her own experience as the parent of her lovely "goddess of spring," Maia. Touching on the long-term emotional impact of Maia's diagnosis, she has helped point the way for others towards understanding and to the identification of often needed support resources for immediate and long-term issues. This is a book that acts as a guide to assist parents and families today and for their future. I am honored to partner in research with Stephanie and this extraordinary group of children and adults." -Dr. Beverly Emanuel, Professor of Pediatrics University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Division of Human Genetics From the Foreword: "Stephanie has not shirked from tackling some of the most sensitive and intimate subjects and thoughts that families often encounter. From the moment of diagnosis through the different stages and events of their changed forever lives and beyond." -Dr. Beverly Searle, CEO UNIQUE, The Rare Chromosome and Gene Disorder Support Group, UK

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