Alumnae Association of Mount Holyoke College

Wonderful. Excellent choice of painting to complement the article.

Wpuld it be Todd's?

Very cool! Ants have feelings, too. Maybe ?? ;-)

At a very eraly age. Had strict parenting and was kept in line at all times. Now I keep myself in line.

Start talking.

In all seriousness, I try to use my listening skills to identify common ground or common concerns, then ask if the other person wants to think through it together. I ask questions, and explain why the question is important from my perspective. Good listening requires thoughtful engagement. It's not a passive or selfless activity. ... Read MoreExcept on Facebook and Twitter, we don't ask the abyss questions. We ask people, individuals. Individual people need to respond to questions as unique individuals. That will lead to reciprocity.

So, um. Why do you ask?

Find friends who listen as well as I do.

Yes they do. I think abortion is probably the most obvious. Men may want to weigh in on this issue but they are not the ones who carry the trauma/depression/guilt of an abortion for years. Yet, what's the alternative? An unwanted child destined for abuse?

Transmission of STD's is another huge moral dilemma which few people talk about. This includes Hepatitis C which is of almost epidemic proportions among some populations. People can contract Hep C, which is a terrible illness, by the use of one dirty needle or sexual contact with one infected partner.

I think men face ethical questions and dilemmas also, which would include sperm bank donation, transmission of STD's, the responsibility of taking medications such as Viagra / body building supplements (some women have taken testosterone too, as we know from the Olympics). Body supplements have the side effect of "roid rage" (steroid use) and terribly violent acts have resulted from their use. ... Read More

I guess I'm concentrating on the medically ethical dilemmas because I'm a doctor. If I were an economist or sociologist I would also be including the proverbial "glass ceiling" re: equal pay for equal work (see Maria Shriver's new study), as well as behavioral norms for raising children.

I hope she's fierce! She must ensure that our beloved institution sustains its character while strengthening its purpose. I'll pray for her.

This is great news...Although, I did try to persuade Andrea R to throw her name into the hat ;-)

What could possibly be wrong with chocolate for breakfast?

Nothing at all. I give it a 2 thumbs and 2 big toes up.

Way to go Aubry! Wish I could be there to help out...