In Search of Civility: Confronting Incivility on the College Campus - Paperback

by Kent M. Weeks (Author)

Americans are clamoring about the growing incivility they see in public life and in their interpersonal relationships. Incivility--the lack of regard for others--is an increasing issue on college campuses, reflecting deep societal problems and expressing itself in sometimes unique ways. Kent Weeks explores this timely issue by presenting real-life experiences of four college freshmen at a large university and provides information to stimulate thoughtful discussion of civility dilemmas.

Author Biography

Kent M. Weeks is an attorney in Nashville, Tennessee. A Fulbright scholar, Weeks earned a law degree from Duke University and Ph.D. in political science from Case Western Reserve University. He has broad experience as an attorney, professor, writer and lecturer--both nationally and internationally. Weeks has written several books, published over 60 articles and papers, and edits Lex Collegii, a legal newsletter for colleges and universities. His writings focus on academic and student issues such as student civility, plagiarism, alcohol and drug use, hook-up culture, and parental rights. He has been recognized for his scholarship and excellence in teaching.