Do Catholic Bishops have responsibility or authority to deal with wayward Catholic Universities that appear to defy or undermine traditional teachings

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Second: Mount St. Mary’s University in Maryland also viewed pretty well

I would never send a child to Mount St. Mary’s: forums.catholic-questions.org/showthread.php?t=998758

Specifically, a former administrator told Inside Higher Ed (as others told the Catholic News Agency) that he had heard the president ask, “Why are there so many crucifixes?” on campus – a question whose answer is that the university is among the oldest Catholic colleges in the country and one that has been seen as closely tied to church teachings. The university is also known for its seminary.

insidehighered.com/news/2016/02/12/controversial-president-mount-st-marys-accused-undercutting-its-catholic-role

 

[gracepoole]

Also, different thought, when a student is having mental stress and/or health issues, they should be calling parents.

FERPA sets stringent rules regarding what a college and/or instructor can share with parents without the student’s explicit permission. This is with good reason: college students are legally adults, regardless of who pays their tuition.

 

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FERPA sets stringent rules regarding what a college and/or instructor can share with parents without the student’s explicit permission. This is with good reason: college students are legally adults, regardless of who pays their tuition.

As one Scotsman said to another: “The whole world is daft save thee and me - and I have me doots about thee…”

Among other things, there is an overweening impulse to elevate independence above all - including even a scintilla of common sense.

 

[gracepoole]

As one Scotsman said to another: “The whole world is daft save thee and me - and I have me doots about thee…”

Among other things, there is an overweening impulse to elevate independence above all - including even a scintilla of common sense.

Here’s what’s lacking in common sense: the number of parents who write or call me to inquire about Susie’s last paper grade or ask whether Johnny is attending class on a regular basis. Helicopter parenting is now an epidemic that threatens children’s success as adults.