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Lhunpo, a former Buddhist monk and frequent speaker at Hickman High School about Tibetan culture from his religious perspective, will speak about human rights issues in his home country on Nov. 10.
MU Professor Steven Starr will be the featured speaker for the Nov. 3 edition of the Noel P. Gist Brown Bag Seminar Series on international affairs. Starr, who has extensive expertise in advocacy efforts against nuclear war, will present evidence of the long-term environmental consequences of atomic warfare.
A study conducted by MU researchers and funded by the Center on Religion and Professions found empirical evidence suggesting both men and women gain health benefits from religious and spiritual support in their communities.
The Human Rights Commission for the City of Columbia accepts applications for funds allotted to programs furthering awareness and education of diversity and human rights issues by the city budget. Applications are considered on a rolling basis throughout the year.
University of Missouri
30 Neff Annex
Columbia, MO 65211-2600
Tel: 573-882-9257
Fax: 573-884-0977
The Center on Religion & the Professions regularly teams with other organizations in Missouri. Be sure to visit their websites to learn more about their work and goals.
Teen Relationship Education trains religious groups and provides tools to help them communicate effectively about relationship violence among youth. TREE, based in Columbia, is run mostly by volunteers and serves communities of all faiths in Boone Co.
The World Religions in Missouri project works to improve the understanding of Missouri public school teachers about issues in religious diversity and teaching religion in schools. WRIM held a successful conference for teachers in June 2010 and will hold additional sessions around Missouri.
Photos: Dominic's pics (tree), sidewalk flying (desks) / CC

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Films are generally loaned for free for two weeks – with an agreement that users will not charge admission to see the film.
Watching films is an interactive experience, making it ideal for inspiring and enhancing discussion on spiritual, professional and ethical topics. We have a selection of documentaries, dramas, educational films and others.
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If you’re interested in checking out a film, please contact us.