Abstract
The paper explains that employers are willing to provide some freedom in accepting gifts of nominal value, subject to the provisions, rules, and codes of the organization?s ethical policy. The author stresses that the practice of accepting gifts is an ethical issue because it involves a moral dimension. The paper relates that the refusal of a gift may cause embarrassment or offense to the donor and may ultimately affect relationships.

Table of Contents
Introduction
Employer Perception
Customer Perception
Stakeholder Perception
Employee Perception
Public Perception
Ethical Practices in Organizations
Ethical Codes for Public Sector Employees
Yardsticks for Decision
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Ballard Power Systems Inc. has evolved comprehensive guidelines on corporate governance, which covers code of ethics in the workplace. The conflict of interest policy does not permit employees to accept money or gifts from suppliers or customers, especially where such an act could influence or there are reasonable grounds to believe that such acts may influence Ballard's business relationships with such suppliers or customers. However, the company allows accepting gifts of nominal value of less that $50; it also permits employees to accept customary and proper social invitations, as long as there are no reciprocal obligations. Ballard urges employees to use their personal judgment and common sense when they are trying to decide whether or not to accept a gift. It also strictly prohibits employees from soliciting gifts, whether of nominal value or otherwise."

Tags:international, moral, refusal, guidelines, nominal

Abstract
This paper first explains that a person's value system is a consequence of conforming, without thinking about it, to the principles that the society holds in high regard. Next, the author presents examples of cultural relativism, which is the concept that an individual's beliefs and activities should be understood in terms of her own cultural norms that have a major influence on moral judgment. The paper concludes that, throughout the world, there is not a domineering universal morality but rather most individuals believe in the morality of the society in which they grew up.

From the Paper
"According to Kohlberg, Amy is operating at level 3 and Jake has advanced to level 5. However, this argument is now easily dismissed in current times - as while Jake may have provided a profound answer, Amy also gave valid thoughts - which included concern for the future, consequences, and other's feelings.
"It becomes obvious that the two sexes do not inhabit different moral universes; rather nurture and nature sometimes cause different genders to respond in various ways. Nurture causes women to think differently because of social role to which they are assigned."

Tags:morals, conformity, benchmarks, kohlberg, majority

Abstract
This paper presents a personal statement of a student who is seeking admission to law school. The writer presents his opinion of the responsibility of accepting a scholarship and how the recipient must live up to the name of the institution that awards the scholarship. The writer also presents his general opinion on scholarships and who they should benefit.

From the Paper
"Besides donating as much as possible to the scholarship funds that supported them, recipients also have a responsibility to serve that fund by volunteering for special events, interviewing future applicants, or participating in any external organizations that the fund supports. Another way recipients can show their gratitude is by performing service for the law school itself. Volunteering when possible, becoming active members of clubs, groups, and committees, and helping fellow students are some of the ways scholarship recipients can actively display their appreciation."

Tags:responsibility, career, study

Abstract
This paper takes a look at the character of Stephen Dedalus in James Joyce's "Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man." In introducing the protagonist, the reviewer first elicits Jung's theories of a metaphysical system, known as "Seven Sermons to the Dead". The reviewer argues that the ideas expressed in Jung's "Seven Sermons to the Dead" closely relate to the intellectual and artistic growth of the character of Stephen Daedalus. The paper continues by tracing Stephen's development, citing salient events from the novel. The paper concludes by suggesting why the main character chose to leave Ireland and how this is connected with acceptance of adulthood.

From the Paper
"James Joyce's Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man, follows the development of Stephan Dedalus, whose identity is torn between that of the particular and that of the universal, the rational and the unconscious. He, like Ovid's Icarus, must find a middle way between the thrill of flight and turbid responsibility. Stephen's daemon, the mythical Dedalus, directs him away from the trappings of self and society and toward the expression of the universal, much in the same way that a room pregnant with demons (who 'found not what they sought' upon their return from Jerusalem) impels Jung to communicate a universal metaphysics. Moreover, it is a dialectical understanding of the fallen world that Septum Sermones communicates that is also central to Stephen's realization as an artist. Thus, it will be argued that the ideas expressed in Jung's Seven Sermons to the Dead closely relate to the intellectual and artistic growth of Stephen Daedalus. "

Tags:Ireland, protagonist, Stephen Dedalus

Abstract
The paper discusses healthy and unhealthy self-esteem and how it is achieved in children, and points out that when a person has linked his entire self-worth to superficial accomplishments, there is the potential for serious emotional distress based upon external events that may be beyond the individual's control. The paper then explains how rational emotional behavior therapy helps people to develop more rational and realistic ways of thinking that leads to accepting themselves unconditionally. With a focus on the importance of unconditional self-acceptance, the paper outlines activities that can bolster a person's unconditional self-acceptance.

From the Paper
"Unconditional self-acceptance is a choice made by individuals either consciously or unconsciously to accept themselves just because they exists and not whether or not they perform well on a task or are approved of by others. To understand unconditional self-acceptance, one must first understand self-esteem. Most people are familiar with the term self-esteem. Often, it is used when describing why a child's behavior is managed in a particular way. For example, when a child misbehaves and the behavior is not corrected, parents may excuse themselves by saying that they do not want to harm the child's self-esteem or create a level of self-consciousness about their behavior. Low self-esteem is generally considered unhealthy, and is sometimes stated as the reason a person behaves in a particular way. Individuals with high self-esteem are supposedly less likely to abuse drugs, commit crimes, fail to benefit from education, have unwanted pregnancies, and behave in racially inappropriate, abusive, or violent ways. There is also some evidence that those with high self-esteem are less likely to be dependent on the state for their daily existence."

Tags:emotions, thinking, self-talk, behavior, rational, emotional, behavior, therapy

Abstract
The paper looks at the history of same-sex marriage and explores the arguments against gay and lesbian marriage marriage. The paper highlights the lack of academic evidence supporting the potential negative affects of same-sex marriages and argues that continuing to allow these marriages to be unrecognized is to allow a certain segment of the population to dictate discriminatory practices. The paper argues that in order to achieve true equality in America, we need to legalize same-sex marriages.

Outline:
History of Same Sex Marriage
Both Sides of the Issue
Conclusion

From the Paper
"The idea of same sex marriage has been around for as long as these partnerships have been around. However, due to social constraints, those who preferred a partner of the same sex were forced to keep it secret. They had to hide in the shadows and pretend to be something that they were not on the inside. If it were revealed that they were gay or lesbian, they faced social persecution, or even potential physical harm from the rest of society. Some of this old attitude still persists, but for the most part, same sex partnerships are at least tolerated by society. Acceptance of the right of any human being to choose freely is becoming more widely recognized."

Tags:gays, lesbians, family, children

Abstract
The paper discusses how the music industry claims free music downloading has had a drastic impact on the careers of almost everyone involved in the creation, production and distribution of music. The paper argues that music piracy is in fact the best thing that has happened to the music industry since although it decreases CD sales, it increases musicians' exposure and saves the industry money that would otherwise be used on pointless promotions. The paper points out that Apple relies on free music downloading by society's youth in order to manufacture and sell devices that can hold an enormous amount of songs. The paper firmly believes that it is time the industry realizes they are benefiting from free music downloading instead of focusing on the negative aspects of this long battled debate.

From the Paper
"In today's world, digital technology is constantly advancing allowing complex tasks to be completed by a simple click of a button. Shopping for a TV, a new video game, or any other item online requires the consumer's patience while the item is being shipped to its destination. Products sold through the Internet are not restricted to concrete items anymore. Due to advancements in computer hard drive space, music tracks and movies are being sold online, eliminating the trip to movie or record stores. According to Brian H. Murray in his book "Defending the Brand", the Internet has made an evolutionary change in business by allowing the consumer to purchase goods easier than ever before; however, " the explosive growth of internet users has spawned an equally explosive growth of internet abusers" (111)."

Tags:CDs, MP3, iPod, digital, music, files, Internet, musicians, artists

Abstract
This paper discusses research that reveals that academic success for children is strongly correlated with peer acceptance, friendship status, peer rejection, peer maltreatment, negative peer status, and the development of peer relationships. The writer sums up each of the five studies and points out its strengths and weaknesses. The writer explains how all five articles try to convey the fact that society needs to be more sensitive to social issues involving children that relate to peer acceptance since the level of peer acceptance for a child could potentially make or break the child's future chance for academic success.The writer concludes with recommendations for future research, such as a national standardized test, that would yield results that could be said to be typical of the entire country.

From the Paper
"The group of articles all presented the same general result: peer acceptance is correlated to academic achievement. The methods used seem to be either the precursor or follow-up to each of the other articles depending on the order in which you read them. The studies used similar methods in order to find a correlation. The first two of the five studies used one-on-one interviews to determine how much of a factor peer acceptance played into academic achievement. Both of these studies used point scales in order to get responses from the participants. The last two studies were longitudinal studies that wanted to know if peer acceptance affected academic achievement in the long run. Both of these studies used self-reports and teacher-reports to determine the degree of peer acceptance."

Tags:connectedness, variable, intervention, generalizable, questionnaire, dissatisfaction, self-concept, cross-sectional

Abstract
This paper presents a personal narrative. It focuses on the writer's dreams and expectations with regards to being accepted into Florida State University (FSU). The paper describes the writer's hopes and goals with regard to a university degree and how his acceptance into FSU was the beginning of the fulfillment of those dreams and goals.

From the Paper
"I have learned that if you have a goal, passion and endurance will get you there. Being a student at FSU is a dream come true, one which I have accomplished through hard work and perseverance. My biggest hope, and at the same time, perhaps my most important challenge at this point in my life, is to finish university, get my degree, and do so having no regrets. Reflecting on the goals that I have set for myself, the values I have acquired and the qualities that I possess, I would say that passion is what triggers self-improvement and evolution. However, knowledge and dedication play equally important parts in becoming not only a college graduate, but also a well-respected professional. Not a day goes by without learning something; life is full of possibilities, and being successful - I think - is very much a matter of knowing which ones to pursue."

Tags:accomplishment, degree, study

Abstract
The paper examines Toni Morrison's "The Bluest Eye" where Morrison exposes and attacks all the people who disseminate the standards of social beauty and behavior that diminish Pecola Breedlove's sensitivities and contribute to her sad life. The paper discusses how Pecola's self-knowledge was fed only by her family and her social experiences that allowed her no place in either familial or social existence. The paper posits that Morrison has succeeded in embarking our society on its journey into self-acceptance by altering the perception of what is beautiful and socially acceptable.

From the Paper
"The universe wants to remain chaotic. It is chemically natural for organic molecules and inanimate objects to resist any type of order. Think of the miles of wire behind your computer that tangle endlessly while you are away, or the complete disorder that a stack of books piled on the back seat of a car becomes when they reach their destination. Chemists have proven this phenomenon, called entropy, repeatedly in controlled experiments where organized molecules in a small closed system become chaotic and disordered without any outside interference."

Tags:self-esteem, self-knowledge