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By Rachelle DéCoud Abstract There are a growing number of concerns regarding the animal rights movement which are entangled within a systemic structure of oppression. The first problem we face is how to create a more accepting and accessible movement that can appeal to a broader audience. The second problem we face is how to be sensitive to multiple oppressed groups of people and how to…
by Melissa Rose Alexander Abstract This essay undertakes a comparative analysis of two texts, J.M. Coetzee’s The Lives of Animals (1999) and J.R.Ackerley’s My Dog Tulip (1965), in order to explore a salient ethical question in contemporary animal studies: the problem of how to represent nonhuman animals in literature. By examining how My Dog Tulip experiments with the ethics underlying different…
By Caitlin Schwarz Abstract This essay examines the human-animal relationship through an analysis of the behavior and cognitive abilities of four feral children. The cases range from the 18th to 20th century and each offers a perspective on the contemporary, cultural views of what it meant and still means to be considered human. The accounts of Peter the Wild Boy, Victor of Aveyron, and the Wolf…
by Kevin McElhatton Introduction Over the course of many generations, humans have artificially selected animals in order to make them more fit for consumption. Upon doing so, humans have caused these domesticated animals to become less fit to survive on their own, raising this important question: Was this choice to artificially select animals ethical? As a result of domesticating animals by…
By Betty Stoneman Abstract: The historical dichotomy of “man versus woman” assigns reason, the mind, human beings and sight to the category of “man” and assigns emotion, the body, non-human animals and touch to the category of “woman.” The category of “man” is perceived as irreconcilably opposed to the category of “woman.” In this paper I examine how this ideological dichotomy has shaped western…
All dates, times, artists and programs are subject to change. Location Key: MCC -- Montante Cultural Center CKC -- Christ the King Chapel Regis -- Regis Room, Winter Student Center KMH -- Kleinhans Music Hall Library -- Andrew L. Bouwhuis Library SC – Science Hall Events By Category: Meet The Faculty This series features members of the Canisius Fine Arts Department faculty in recitals, lectures…
By Natalie Cortez Klossner Abstract: In contemporary society, humans view exotic animals with awe and fascination, leading some to attempt to domesticate these prized creatures. Why is this so? Perhaps it is rooted in Western culture’s engrained desire to feel superior over anything that is strange and foreign by taking control of it or, perhaps, more importantly, it’s about regaining the…
by Ashley Elizabeth Paolozzi Queen’s University Abstract: With a growing interest in zoos, natural history museums, and menageries, the world of nineteenth-century London was teeming with locations that provided a pseudo-experience of the natural world within the heart of the modern city. At the same time, animal rights activists began to show concern with the containment and display of animals…
by Kaitlyn Gilbert Canisius College Abstract: Every day we are faced with the choice of what we should eat. Most of the food that is currently consumed by the average American comes from factory farming and from agricultural practices that are harmful to the environment. Using a preference utilitarian approach, it becomes clear that Americans should strive for a more self-sustaining form of…
by Lanna Giauque University of Denver Abstract: Methods humans use to manage animal resource populations are uniquely indicative of the human-animal dynamic on this planet. This paper analyzes three sea turtle management programs and their fit with historical American philosophical perspectives on resource management, including both the conservationist and preservationist approaches. Factors…
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With a rich history, steeped in scholarship, values and lifelong connections we are an alumni network that is over 50,000 strong. The Canisius University Office of Alumni & Constituent Engagement exists to support our alumni and to offer meaningful and memorable opportunities for strong engagement with alma mater.
by Tessa Cunningham University of Wisconsin- River Falls Abstract: In contemporary media, Western society views milk as a symbol of female sexuality: the liquid has become sexy. But sexual objectification of milk succeeds only if the culture is not reminded of milk’s origin: the mother, the cow. The reminder of the connection between human and non-human mothers contributes to the taboo of public…
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Canisius University’s giving societies recognize the remarkable impact our generous donors make in transforming our students and university. We are honored to acknowledge donors at various levels of support through the societies below. Magis Giving Society The Magis Giving Society recognizes donors who support Canisius University with an annual gift of $5,000 and above. Leadership Society The…
Make Leaving a Planned Gift Part of Your Legacy at Canisius Today and for the Future Gift planning, which includes estate gifts, is a smart, structured way to meet your philanthropic goals and provide support to Canisius students for years beyond your lifetime. Through a variety of planned giving options, you can support Canisius’ success – while establishing a legacy, becoming an integral part of…
Rev. James M. Demske '47, SJ, Society Established in 1982, the Rev. James M. Demske ’47, S.J. Society honors all those who include the college in their estate plans. Through their foresight and generosity, members of the Rev. Demske Society help ensure the strength of Canisius University for generations to come by supporting scholarships, developing programs, enhancing campus buildings and…
A Personalized Transfer Experience Awaits Experience the personal attention of a close-knit community at Canisius, a transfer-friendly school ready to welcome your credits. If you’ve completed college courses after high school, apply as a transfer student and join a community where you’ll grow, belong, and thrive. Apply Now
The Institute for Autism Research (IAR) is an interdisciplinary collaborative research center dedicated to understanding autism and enhancing the lives of those affected and their families. Researchers from diverse backgrounds work together to address critical questions involving causes, development, assessment, clinical treatment, and education. This research work has led to development of…
What is Title IX? Title IX is part of the 1972 reauthorization of the Higher Education Act and stipulates that “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving federal financial assistance.” Title IX requires all schools receiving federal…
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Biophilia as a Virtue: The Benefits of Reestablishing our Human Bond with the Natural World by Mallory Abel | Canisius College Abstract: Humanity’s relationship with the environment is far from sustainable. On its current course, the natural world will soon be damaged beyond repair, and the future of living systems immeasurably compromised. To avoid these consequences, it is imperative that we…
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