2005

David G. Haskell

  • Associate Professor
  • University of the South

Project

Food and hunger: contemplation and action

Program

Contemplative Practice Fellowships

Department

Biology

Abstract

This course examines the societal, religious, scientific, and ethical aspects of hunger. The course work is embedded in work with local hunger-relief organizations and in exploration of the contemplative practices that motivate and sustain many of those who work with the hungry. Contemplation is also used as a pedagogical method in the classroom, through use of "lectio divina" and reflective journal-keeping.