Organizations are tied to the environment in that they are dependent on a healthy respect and relationship with each other. However, many of us know that this doesn't always happen.
The relationship between the school I attend and the city or town in which it is situated is in my opinion a reciprocal one. Sac State brings tons of business to the city through housing needs, shopping, and food. Unfortunately, it also creates a lot of congested traffic and lack of parking for residents and students alike. In addition, the business Sac State brings may create pressure for the city and the residents living in the surrounding area. It can be positive and it can also be negative, depending on whom you ask. Another issue that may arise is litter, loud parties, and a negative impact on the environment. I would think that residents who live in and around a college expect certain things that go along with college life, but they may also have expectations of the individuals to maintain and upkeep their neighborhood.
The ethical obligations that a college or university should have towards a community are, but not limited to, respect for others that share the same space, inclusion to meetings, notification of expansions of the college or any decisions that will be made on structures, ask for input about what communities think about the college and their organization, notice and invites to concerts and sporting events, a consideration of the community and its resources, and an overall good relationship with its neighbors.
The relationship between the school I attend and the city or town in which it is situated is in my opinion a reciprocal one. Sac State brings tons of business to the city through housing needs, shopping, and food. Unfortunately, it also creates a lot of congested traffic and lack of parking for residents and students alike. In addition, the business Sac State brings may create pressure for the city and the residents living in the surrounding area. It can be positive and it can also be negative, depending on whom you ask. Another issue that may arise is litter, loud parties, and a negative impact on the environment. I would think that residents who live in and around a college expect certain things that go along with college life, but they may also have expectations of the individuals to maintain and upkeep their neighborhood.
The ethical obligations that a college or university should have towards a community are, but not limited to, respect for others that share the same space, inclusion to meetings, notification of expansions of the college or any decisions that will be made on structures, ask for input about what communities think about the college and their organization, notice and invites to concerts and sporting events, a consideration of the community and its resources, and an overall good relationship with its neighbors.
Great post, I can imagine everything you described and I'm sure going to Sac state gives you a pretty clear example of how college organizations effect their surroundings. It sounds like some of that typical college chaos gets old after a while. Since I commute from home to Sierra in Grass Valley, I don't really experience much of that side of college. But I appreciate the points you brought up and I agree that respect is very important when colleges and communities interact with each other.
ReplyDelete