Our Centers For Ethics:
What’s Happening
Is plagiarism a character issue?
From a Six-Pillar perspective, this question seems like a no-brainer. Deliberately passing off another’s words as one’s own is dishonest, disrespectful, irresponsible, and unfair. But former college dean Stanley Fish offers a different interpretation. Read more »
No Baloney
In an essay for the Coalition Against Insurance Fraud's Journal of Insurance Fraud in America, Michael Josephson argues that insurance fraud is a reflection of a shifting moral compass, and things look like they may get worse.
Read "No Baloney: Stronger Ethics an Anti-Fraud Antidote" »
Josephson Institute presents to COPS leaders
At a gathering hosted by the federal Office on Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS), Michael Josephson explained how departments can build community trust by building Exemplary Police Officers.
Read article in Community Policing Dispatch »
Flip through the new catalog
Check out our latest character education resources, including sports banners and Good to Go (for ages 5-11). Want a paper catalog? Go here.
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Caring will make you happy
The Dalai Lama says, “If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion.” We Americans might be starting to get the message. Read more in the Character Educator Blog »
Remembering John Wooden
The legendary teacher-coach inspired and influenced countless coaches, players, and fans. Learn how he helped launch our sportsmanship campaign and see a video of him talking about it.
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Puerto Rico's Dept. of Education adopts CC! in public schools
Josephson Institute is proud to be working with the Puerto Rican government and social institutions across the island to promote "Tus Valores Cuentan."
Read more in English or in Spanish »
On-site police training
Our affordable Exemplary Peace Officer training series helps your department safeguard its reputation and boost morale.
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Celebrate good character: Oct. 17-23
Be part of the change you want to see in the world. We recently posted another installment of free resources to help you celebrate with style — and substance! Learn more »A truly inspiring keynote speaker is rare
Even rarer is a keynote speaker who can elevate the audience to a new level of commitment and passion.
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Josephson Institute report links teen cheating with adult dishonesty
The Institute's biennial Report Card on the Ethics of American Youth has shown widespread lying and cheating among teens. The new report suggests that unethical adolescents become unethical adults.
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