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COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM

 

 COLUMBIA JOURNALISM SCHOOL

Society of Professional Journalists

Improving & protecting journalism since 1909

 

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Catherine Connolly

Prof. C. M. Connolly, RN, MA, MS, PsyD, DBA

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EDUCATION

Harvard University 
Certificates in Trauma Informed Care 2024,
Mind-Body Medicine 2023, 
General Psychiatric Management 2021,
and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder 2009.

University of Oxford
Certificates in Philosophy 2023,
Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced 
Cognitive Behavior Therapies 2011-12.

University of Pennsylvania
Certificate Positive Psychology, 2021.

University of Manchester
Doctor of Business Administration, 2017.

University of Cambridge
Certificate in Executive Coaching, 2013.

Universität Heidelberg
Certificate in Mixed Methods Research, 2012.

Florida Institute of Technology
Doctor of Psychology (APA Clinical), 2000,
M.S., Clinical Psychology, 1998.

Columbia University in the City New York
Certificate in Digital Media Journalism.
M.A., Social and Organizational Psychology,1990.

Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy
Training Certificate in Family Therapy, 1990.

City University of New York
B.A., Psychology Hunter College, 1988,
R.N., Nursing.

New School, Parsons School of Design in Paris
Certificats en Art Dècoratif et Architecture, 1985

Le Cordon Bleu, Paris, France
Certificat d'achèvement en cuisine française.

 

Links to Dr. Connolly's publications, listed below.

 

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2017–Present

Irish Arts Center, New York, NY:

Celtic Fiddle Ensemble Classes.

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2009-2024

Harvard Medical School:

PostGraduate Certificte

in Psychiatry

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 Certificates in

Philosophy, 2023

Cognitive Behavior Therapy, 2011-2012

University of Oxford, England, UK

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2021

University of Pennsylvania 

School of Arts & Sciences,

Certificate in Positive Psychology

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Summer 2019

Tanglewood, Lenox, MA:

Playwright & Librettist,

Tom Stoppard’s Master Class

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Summer 2019

The Juilliard School, New York, NY:

Advanced Studies in Drama.

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Spring 2018

Trinity College Dublin, Ireland:

Advanced Studies in Irish History.

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2017–2018

The Art Students League of New York:

Master Classes in Tempera Pigments.

&

1989–2009

The Art Students League of New York:

Master Classes in Painting & Drawing

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Summer 2017

The National Academy, New York, NY:

Master Classes in Drawing & Pastels

&

1990–1991

The National Academy, New York, NY:

Master Classes in Still Life & Landscape.

 

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Spring 2017

New York Academy of Art:

Master Classes in Oil Painting.

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Doctor of Business Administration, 2017

University of Manchester,

Alliance Manchester Business School,

England, UK

Connolly, Catherine M. (2017). Tracking the Incivility Footprint: An Experience-Sampling Smartphone Application Measuring Workplace Incivility. Manchester, UK: Manchester University Doctoral Thesis.

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2011–2014

University of Maryland University College:

Training Certificates in Teaching Online

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Post-Graduate Certificate in Executive Coaching, Conferred 2013.

University of Cambridge,

England, UK

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Certificate in Mixed Methods Research, 2012.

University of Heidelberg, Faculty of Medicine

Institute for Public Health, Germany

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Summer 2012

Université Paris Sorbonne—INSEAD:

Global Business Leadership Conference.

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2010–2012

University of London:

Professional Development Studies

in

Civil & Common Law.

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Certificate, Graduate School of Journalism Digital Media Storytelling, Conferred 2012.

M.A., Teachers College, Social and Organizational Psychology, Conferred 1990.

Columbia University in the City New York

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Fall 2011

Université Paris Dauphine

Ecole d'Économie de Paris,

Théorie de la Decision.

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Summer 2011

Sciences Po—CERI,

Institut d'études politiques de Paris:

Vie de Tony Judt.

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2010–2011

U.S. Department of Defense:

Training Certificates for Government Contractors.

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2007–2009

NYU Medical Center Child Study Institute:

Weekly Grand Rounds

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Doctor of Psychology (APA Clinical), 2000;

M.S., Clinical Psychology, 1998;

Florida Institute of Technology, Melbourne, FL

Connolly, Catherine M. (1998). MCMI-III Profiles of Combat Veterans: Predictors of Educational and Vocational Impairment. Melbourne, FL: Florida Institute of Technology Thesis.

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Since 1917

1994-1995

Salmagundi Club Center for American Art

Fifth Avenue, New York, NY

Master Classes in Watercolors.

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Training Certificate, Family Therapy,1990

Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy,

New York, NY

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B.A., Psychology (MagnaCumLaude)

Hunter College, 1988; R.N., Nursing

City University of New York, NY

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Certificats du programme d'été, European Decorative Arts & French Architecture, 1985.

The New School,

Parsons School of Design in Paris

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Certificat d'achèvement en cuisine française, French Cuisine.

Le Cordon Bleu, Paris, France

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Lifelong Learning

 

Prof. C. J. Reiss, PhD, MBA, LLM, EdD, DLitt, DMA, MSc Candidate

EDUCATION

University of London,

M.Sc. Candidate

in

Policy Analysis, Geopolitics, and Diplomacy

2024-Present

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D.M.A., Boston University 2024

D.Litt., Drew University, 2016

Ed.D., University of Virginia, 2013

LL.M., University of Kent at Canterbury, 2006

M.B.A., Long Island University, 2005

Ph.D., Florida Institute of Technology, 1982

M.A., New School for Social Research, 1979

B.A., The George Washington University, 1977

 

THESES & DISSERTATIONS:

Reiss, C. J. (2024). A Lifetime Learning Melodies, Rhythms & Harmonies: The Continuum of Affective, Behavioral, Cognitive, Physiological, and Spiritual Music Performance Components in the Lives of Seniors. [Doctoral dissertation, Boston University].     https://open.bu.edu/handle/2144/49158

Reiss, C. J. (2016). The History of Academia: From the Cradle of Civilization to Plato’s Academy, the University, Departmentalization, Interdisciplinary Programs, International Affiliates & Strategic Business Solutions. [Doctoral dissertation, Drew University].     https://www.proquest.com/docview/1853920684/7563F0FFAC8F45A7PQ/1

Reiss, C. J. (2013). Institutional Foundations and Policies: Measures of Civil Society & Civil Disobedience. [Doctoral dissertation, University of Virginia]. https://doi.org/10.18130/V36W7S

Reiss, C. J. (2007). A Place for Civility in International Law, International Relations, and Civil Society. [Legum Magister dissertation, University of Kent Law School, Canterbury, UK].

Reiss, C. J. (2005). Operational Competitive Rating Analysis of Clinics and Research Centers: A New Mathematical Model. [Master thesis, Long Island University].

Reiss, C. J. (1982). Locus-of-Control in an Interactionist Approach to Behavior. [Doctoral dissertation, Florida Institute of Technology]. https://repository.lib.fit.edu/handle/11141/1422

Reiss, C. J. (1978). Advanced Research Methods in Cognition: Signal Detection Theory, Memory Recognition, d’ and the Measurement of Unconscious Processes. [Master thesis, The New School for Social Research Graduate Faculty].

Reiss, C. J. (1976). Social Theories & Other Explanations of Insanity. [Bachelor thesis, The George Washington University].

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Homes Away From Home

August 2024

The Pridwin, Shelter Island 

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May 2024

Bermuda 

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March 2024

Colony Dog House, Palm Beach 

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October 2023

Rams Head Island 

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September 2023

The Pridwin, Shelter Island 

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July 2023

Rams Head Island 

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May 2023

Bermuda 

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February 2023

The Colony Hotel Palm Beach 

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December 21, 2022

HBS Executive Education Program

It was great seeing my old friend, Ahmad, from Kent Law School, Canterbury, UK. He has truly reached the pinnacle of his many educational accomplishments. Seeing everyone at the graduation ceremony and staying at the Harvard Club was perfect. However, by the time I arrived at the New London ferry back to Orient Point, Long Island, it was canceled due to bad weather. I wish I had stayed an extra day in Boston.

C.J. Reiss

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November 20, 2022

Nell loves to drive in the car.

 

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November 19, 2022

UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD

This year the topic at the annual Oxford Philosophical Society day-long event is The Ethics of War, held at the D-Day Museum. According to Carl von Clausewitz, On War, "War is no pastime; it is no mere joy in daring and winning, no place for irresponsible enthusiasts. It is a serious means to a serious end."

Unfortunately, the ethics of war remains highly topical; human beings continue to resort to war. The aim of this year’s event is to consider some central topics within the Western ‘just war’ tradition and responses to this. This tradition started with the ancient Greek philosophers, including Plato and Aristotle, and has continued since then right up to the present day. There are three key questions to act as a stimulus for the day long event:

1. What makes it right to go to war (jus ad bellum)?
2. What it is right to do in war (jus in bello)?
3. Can any war be just?

For the first question, typical conditions developed over the centuries were that the war may only be conducted by a legitimate authority, it may only be waged for a just cause, it must be a last resort, there must be a formal declaration of war, and there must be a reasonable hope of success. More recently, the principal condition has become the idea that war can only be justified as a response to aggression. The right to respond in this way is standardly compared to the right to self-defense at the individual level. In this, the right to life of an attacker is forfeited since they threaten another’s life. By analogy, the right to kill to defend one’s own life is extended to communities. But does this work? The killing of thousands of people to defend borders does not seem exactly analogous.

For the second question, the two most important conditions developed were that the means employed should be proportional to the end aimed at (to avoid an even greater evil), and that it was not permissible to kill non-combatants. More recently, the focal criterion has been on the latter: avoiding non-combatant deaths. However, this may seem to be ethically problematic too. The hugely destructive power of modern weapons makes it almost impossible to target combatants and military sites only without also often killing large numbers of civilians at the same time. Also, whilst an aggressor nation might not be innocent, many of its combatants may be (e.g., conscripts). So, the distinction has its problems too.

For the third question, the just war tradition assumes that war can be ethically justified if the right conditions are met. However, there are a couple of other important alternative traditions. Firstly, there is pacifism, which concludes that war cannot be justified. Philosophers tending towards pacifism include Erasmus of Rotterdam, and Bertrand Russell. Secondly, there are those who assume a realist or ‘realpolitik’ point of view, and who typically deny that there can be an ‘ethics of war’. Philosophers in this camp include Thucydides, Machiavelli, and Hobbes.

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November 8, 2022

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May 25, 2022

UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME

DEPARTMENT OF THEOLOGY

Prof. Reiss has been taking courses at Notre Dame during the Summer 2021, Fall 2021 & Spring 2022 to round out his Boston University dissertation by adding spiritual components to his study of music performance, in addition to behavioral, cognitive, emotional, and physiological components. Sacred music is a significant interest at the nursing homes where he works.

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Reiss, C. J. (In Prep). A Lifetime Learning Melodies, Rhythms & Harmonies: The Continuum of Behavioral, Cognitive, Emotional, Physiological, and Spiritual Music Performance Components in the Lives of Seniors. [Doctoral dissertation, Boston University], Draft copy: Available upon request.

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May 12, 2022

It is time to set sail for the shakedown cruise and prepare for the season's regattas.

Old Cove Yacht Club, New Suffolk, NY

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March 29, 2022

  1400 16th Street, NW, Washington, DC

The Institute for the Study of War advances an informed understanding of military affairs through reliable research, trusted analysis, and innovative education. We are committed to improving the nation’s ability to execute military operations and respond to emerging threats in order to achieve U.S. strategic objectives.

C J Reiss, ISW Member

 

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March 25, 2022

Walk the Stations of the Cross. Via Dolorosa (The Sorrowful Way) is a processional route in the Old City of Jerusalem, and represents the path that Jesus was forced to take by Roman soldiers on the way to His crucifixion.

 

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February 20, 2022

It has been two years since Catherine decided it's time to head home, just before the Venice Carnival was locked down, but this year the Masquerade Balls are in full swing.

 

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December 9, 2021

 Merry Christmas at The Breakers, Palm Beach, FL

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March 16, 2021 

Three Free Tools for Visually-Impaired

and Blind People to Browse the Web

1. Browser’s Built-in Magnifier

2. NVDA Screen Reader

3. WebbIE

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October 24, 2020

Christopher & Little Nell, while

still an Irish Wolfhound puppy,

at

Rams Head Island

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August 15, 2020

Nell is still growing.

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June 3, 2020

Nell is the most recent addition to our family; another Irish Wolfhound.

Best,

Chris & Catherine 

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April 1, 2017

 

BOSTON UNIVERSITY, COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS AND SCHOOL OF MUSIC

DOCTORATE PROGRAM IN MUSIC AND THE ARTS (2017-PRESENT)  Prof. Reiss has been admitted to the Boston University, College of Fine Arts & School of Music, working towards a fourth doctorate on a part-time basis, the D.M.A. in Music and Arts. Prof. Reiss planned to collaborate with the program director, Prof. André de Quadros, on research to educate people about public health issues through the development of various staged and street performances. Then, during the program, the research morphed into performances with and for seniors in nursing home settings. The Boston University distance program is mostly online, and involving one course at a time, followed by a comprehensive examination, and dissertation research, writing and defense. 

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October 17, 2016

DREW UNIVERSITY

DOCTORATE IN ARTS & LETTERS AWARDED 2016

Reiss, C. J. (2016). The History of Academia: From the Cradle of Civilization to Plato’s Academy, the University, Departmentalization, Interdisciplinary Programs, International Affiliates & Strategic Business Solutions. Madison, NJ: Drew University Doctoral Dissertation.

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October 11, 2013 

UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA

 DOCTORATE IN EDUCATION AWARDED 2013

Reiss, C. J. (2013). Institutional Foundations and Policies: Measures of Civil Society & Civil Disobedience. Charlottesvile, VA: University of Virginia Doctoral Dissertation. 

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UNIVERSITY OF KENT LAW SCHOOL

AT CANTERBURY, ENGLAND

LL.M. IN INTERNATIONAL LAW

(Legum Magister, Master of Laws)

Reiss, C. J. (2007). A Place for Civility in International Law, International Relations and Civil Society. Canterbury, UK: University of Kent Law School Legum Magister Dissertation.

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LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY

MASTERS OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT 

Reiss, C. J. (2005). Operational Competitive Rating Analysis of Clinics and Research Centers: A New Mathematical Model. Brookville, NY: Long Island University Master’s Thesis.

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DOCTORATE IN CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY AWARDED 1982

Reiss, C. J. (1982). Locus-of-Control in an Interactionist Approach to Behavior. Melbourne, FL: Florida Institute of Technology Doctoral Dissertation.

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THE NEW SCHOOL

MASTER OF ARTS

Reiss, C. J. (1978). Advanced Research Methods in Cognition: Signal Detection Theory, Memory Recognition, d’ and the Measurement of Unconscious Processes. New York, NY: The New School for Social Research Graduate Faculty Master’s Thesis.

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THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY

WASHINGTON, DC

BACHELOR OF ARTS

Reiss, C. J. (1976). Social Theories and Other Explanations of Insanity. Washington, DC: George Washington University Bachelor’s Thesis.

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December 29, 2013

 

THE GRAND TOUR COMES TO A CLOSE

After about a half decade abroad, Catherine, Tess and I will be spending 3 more months in the new year just traveling throughout Europe in order to complete our Grand Tour before returning to the states.

All the Best,

CJ Reiss

 

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December 21, 2013

 

Tess la Grande Chienne Femelle

Metz, France

Tess is fully grown now!

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Living, Working & Playing in Wiesbaden, Germany

The quality of life has been rather grand here in Wiesbaden since arriving in 2008. It is a place that purported to have had the most millionaires per capita in the early 1900's. As a result, the homes are spectacular. In keeping with our current economy, many were converted to apartment buildings. Thus, three [3] floor houses have been transformed into three [3] flats per house, sharing common gardens. 

 

The city of Wiesbaden is the capital of Hesse, a state in southwest Germany. Wiesbaden is on the Rhine directly across from Mainz, near Frankfurt am Main and not far from Heidelberg. I am familiar with sailing the east coast out of Long Island Sound, but The Rhine has beautiful marinas (see below) to explore on weekends. Then on holidays I plan to set out on adventures to the northern coast of Germany, down in the Mediterranean, and elsewhere.

According to Wikipedia, settlements date back to the neolithic end of the stone age; but actual historical records started with the completion on a Roman fort in 6 C.E.; in the photo below you can see today's last remnants of the roman aqueduct.

 

An Alliance of Germanic tribes, the Alamanni, took control from Rome in 260 C.E.; then during the 6th century the Franks displaced the Alamanni. In the 1170's the Counts of Nassau received Wiesbaden and the surrounding areas as their fiefdom. In 1866 Nassau sided with Austria in the Austro-Prussia War and with the defeat it was annexed by Prussia and became part of Prussian Hesse-Nassau. As a result, buildings from that era maintain a distinctive Prussian look.

 

I have enjoyed the last half-decade of life in Germany. Like the days when I lived in Canterbury (not to mention London, Paris & Lugano Switzerland), it is very convenient to other parts of Europe, Asia & Africa. 

 

Posted By: Herr Prof. Dr. Dr. C. J. Reiss, 

Wiesbaden, Deutschland

 

 

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January 11, 2013

 

TESS HAS JOINED THE FAMILY

 

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May 10, 2012

At the Beach

Chris en congé avec Gaston qui aime sa retraite de l'armée à la plage en Normandie, en France.

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November 7, 2011

 

Fly Fishing in Ireland

Tar éis do Catherine a tascanna a chríochnú i Manchain, chuamar ag iascaireacht ag eitilt in Éirinn. Chabhraigh oiliúint Gaston. Níor chuir sé eagla ar an iasc.

 

 

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December 31, 2010

Happy New Year, Vienna, Austria

Frohes neues Jahr aus Wien, Österreich

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October 12, 2010

 

Catherine is well settled in at the military base.

 

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March 1, 2010

Catherine has arrived at the U.S. Military Hospital, Landstuhl Medical Center, as a contractor for The Pentagon.

Welcome to the Team,

Chris

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January 15, 2010

 

 

 

Gaston, The War Hero, is enjoying his retirement from the military.

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Back in the USA from CHINA before Moving to Germany

       I did not get back to the US as soon as I expected but enjoyed China in spite of all the problems keeping in contact with people. Unfortunately, I will not be in the states very long. I am leaving for a new job in Wiesbaden, Germany. It is a government contract providing services through The Pentagon. 

 

Herr Prof. Dr. Christopher J. Reiss

Wiesbaden, Germany

 

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Merry Christmas

Hoping all are enjoying the Christmas Eve and wishing you a Happy New Year,

        Chris Reiss

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ADJUNCT PROFESSOR IN ARTS & SCIENCES @ NYiT

I am pleased to accept the offer of a position as an Adjunct Professor in Arts & Sciences at New York Institute of Technology. Their global program includes campuses in Manhattan, Long Island, China, Canada, Abu Dhabi, Amman Jordan, Bahrain, Italy, France and Brazil.

CJ Reiss
Adjunct Professor in Arts & Sciences,
New York Institute Of Technology
P.O. Box #47 Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
30 Wyndham Street, London, W1H 1DD, UK
66 Xin Mofan Malu, Nanjing, China, 210003

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UNIVERSITY OF LONDON Intercollegiate Faculty of Law

My graduate entry (i.e., post-LL.M.) into the University of London Faculty of Law programme and external intercollegiate consortium (i.e., including work at Birkbeck School of Law, King's College London, London School of Economics Department of Law, Queen Mary School of Law, The School of Oriental & African Studies Department of Law) has proven most beneficial to my continuing education. I am moving ahead with work and studies. I was debating about attending the revision weekend, which is held at both the University of Cambridge and the University of Hong Kong programmes. If I am teaching in China this spring, Hong Kong would be the obvious choice.
C. J. Reiss

~UNIVERSITY of LONDON~

Art Show: Portrait & Human Figure Drawing From The C. J. Reiss Portfolio

Art classes are progressing and resulted in the first showing of our works, Nov. 1st, 2007.

Until today, except for one of my showings at The Corcoran Gallery, DC in the 1970's, and The Scottsville Council for the Arts Gallery Show, VA, a few years back, I have not included any paintings of the human figure other than distance images in larger landscapes, a few interiors and/or street scenes. With this new focus on portrait drawing and painting of the human figure, I have effected a change in this respect. We shall see what impact it has on sales.
Posted by: C. J. Reiss, artist

Openning Night At The Director's Lab: The Front Porch .............. by C. J. Reiss

A scene from The Front Porch was presented as part of A Night of 155 Scenes - October 31, 2007 at 6:30 PM
A small benefit with refreshments followed in support of The Director's Lab. This was the third night of theatre in as many weeks at the Madison, NJ theatre.

Members of the Director's Lab presented scenes from a diversity of plays by The Advanced Playwrights' Group.

It was grand.

Other productions include:
October 3-6 2007
Last Easter by Bryony Lavery
October 24-27, 2007
The Author's Voice by Richard Greenberg; and
The Actor's Nightmare by Christopher Durang
November 14-17, 2007
Sittin' by Chris Ceraso; and
The Most Massive Woman Wins by Madeleine George

Posted by: C. J. Reiss, Member of the Dramatist Guild of America

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The Dramatist Guild Of America

Dramatist Guild President

For almost a hundred years, The Dramatists Guild of America has worked to promote and protect the professional interests and rights of authors writing for the living stage. It is the only organization in this country established to advance the rights of playwrights, composers, lyricists and librettists.

Guided by an elected Council of working dramatists, the Guild offers a wide variety of services. As a member you will have access to our business affairs department, which provides model contracts and agreements as well as advice in negotiating contracts with theaters, collaborators, publishers and others. You will receive our bi-monthly magazine, The Dramatist, and our annual Resource Directory for all aspects of the theater business nationwide, along with full access to our Website, with links to virtually every theater website in the country, and exclusive access to the wide-ranging symposia and seminars which we sponsor dealing with the art, craft, and business of writing for the stage.

Posted by: C. J. Reiss, playwright

The Front Porch

Off-Broadway & Beyond

ADVANCED PLAY-WRITING

Moving away from opera libretto and music composition this semester, I will be focusing on advanced play-writing, portrait and human figure drawing, philosophy and my dissertation. As such, I will be finishing-up my Drew University doctor of arts and letters, D.Litt., course work in liberal arts, literature, philosophy, history and writing. Then I will move onto the field research for my dissertation. It will involve traveling most every continent evaluating undergraduate programs of study at hundreds of universities.
I also anticipate the completion of my other dissertation, at the University of Virginia, for the doctor of education, Ed.D., in policy evaluation prior to completion of the Drew University field work. New pursuits will be posted later.

Post by: C J Reiss, playwright, The Front Porch

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Harvard Postgraduate Association

HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL CONTINUING EDUCATION: CAPE COD 18th ANNUAL SESSIONS

It was 18 years ago when I proposed offering continuing education courses at the Harvard Club in NYC. As a result, a survey was conducted and now the 18th annual meetings will be held on Cape Cod, Bermuda and a few other prime locations. I wanted to reduce travel and cost but others want a real vacation combined with their continuing education. I must admit, I am glad I was over-ruled.

Dr C J Reiss, Member of the Harvard Medical School Postgraduate Association

 

 

 

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Sailing, Cruising, Racing & Flying

We are running up to Martha's Vineyard on the schooner "Le Corsaire" and then we race up around the Cape. After that we will be cruising in the Atlantic, eventually onward to Maine. I won't be available until I drive to Boston and fly back to NYC.

All the best,
Dr. C J Reiss

LL.M., Legum Magister in International Law & International Relations

University of Kent at Canterbury, UK

     With my dissertation accepted with merit, I have now completed all my requirements as a Ligum Magister, LL.M., Master in Laws in international law and international relations.
Thanks,
Prof. C J Reiss

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"France Vingt Quatre"

It has been a little more than one year since I lived in my apartment in Paris. Much has changed and I long to return sometime soon. I understand the French culture is now being exported in a new fashion. One must wonder what effect the news media channel "France 24" will have on TV news, in general. Spirited argument is considered a cultural characteristic of French debate. Slated to become the BBC of France, I suspect we have much to learn. Hopefully, the standard Fox, CNN and network news show format presenting two individuals on either side of a debate, who are often so far apart that they never hear the other's argument, will end and real debate will ensue.

Les discussions françaises sont intéressantes. Nous apprendrons beaucoup d'elles.

With a place in my heart for Paris,

               C J Reiss

THE UNIVERSITY

$3,000.00 Award for Dissertation Studies

I want to take this opportunity to thank the University of Virginia for its support so I can complete my doctor of education dissertation in policy evaluation.
C. J. Reiss

 

American Academy of Psychiatry & The Law

Chicago, Illinois: Annual AAPL Meeting

This year the AAPL meetings will be held in Chicago on Oct. 26th - 29th, with the Forensic Psychiatry Review Course taking place during the 3 days prior (23rd - 25th). Next year it will be in Miami, Florida. I have fond memories of the meetings in the 80's and 90's. The review course in 2001 with a private dinner party at the Union Club, was top notch, but then most things arranged by Dr. Stephen Billick are.

By: Dr. C.J. Reiss, Former Member of the Book Review Board and Presenter at Past AAPL Meetings.

DOCTOR OF ARTS & LETTERS

DREW UNIVERSITY: D.Litt. in Arts & Letters offers an Advanced Certificate in Studies of Genocide & Crimes Against Humanity. I will start with a course on human rights, I may move more in the direction of the arts, literature and writing. The first class in my program explores the psychological and cognitive roles memories play in the stories and individual realities of genocide; albeit in fact, experience, evidence and/or history.
Dr. C. J. Reiss

Hampton's Classic & U.S. Open

THE GRAND PRIX, THE GRAND SLAM or THE GRAND TOUR:

When the horse show and tennis happen throughout the same week at either ends of the island, choice is the issue. Sailing between the two would be nice but you would miss everything. When speed is key, just put me behind the wheel of a fully restored 914, aka "the poor man's porsche", and I am very happy. The horse show and festivities were as good as ever, but the tennis has been historic.

by: C.J. Reiss, Still Missing the PROMS at the Royal Albert Hall, London

Boston Symphony Orchestra - TANGELWOOD

I'm wishing I were back in Tangelwood today, with friends, listening to the Boston Symphony Orchestra playing Mahler, Beethoven & Sibelius. It is always nice to return to Lenox and stay at Cranwell. Now that my old defunct Jesuit boarding school has been changed to a resort, they offer more creature comforts!
Posted by:
C J Reiss

7/7

Back from London but not forgotten, it has been one year since the London bombing but we did not let the new significance of 7/7 overshadow its idiosyncratic meaning for several of us (i.e., CJ's B'day 7/7/1955; 51 years today, also Mahler's birthday for the classical music lovers and Ringo's for the pop music enthusiasts to mention a few). Thanks go out to all who helped me remember and celebrate.
All the best,
CJ

PIPING ROCK LIBERTY BELL: July 4th, 2006

The 4th of July activities at Piping Rock Club (i.e., sports contests with the Creek Club, BBQ, Bagpipers, Fireworks and related cocktail parties) were as great as ever. Sky-Jumping was canceled due to thunder and lightening storms in the area but not a single drop of rain fell on the club.
Posted by: C. J. Reiss

CONGRESSIONAL HEARINGS

The Empire State Strikes Back
Wednesday, June 21, 2006

The Department of Homeland Security cut New York’s funding by 40 percent, and now Congress is holding hearings to find out why. The House Committee Hearings in Washington D.C. today inlcuded testimony by Mayor Michael Bloomberg. He criticized Pork Barrel Spending stating that it appears the easiest way to distribute money from Congressional Bills is to distribute a little to everyone so all the law makers can go home and say they got something. Then he went on to indicate that maybe he should start asking for a portion of the money from the next Agriculture Bill in order to make up for the loss in Homeland Security money!

Sincerely,

C J Reiss)

BROOKINGS INSTITUTION

A Brookings Briefing
The U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Michael Chertoff Address & Related Discussions

Event Information:

While a good deal has been accomplished to protect the country since 9/11, much still needs to be done. The nation must not lose its sense of urgency. But what is the state of U.S. homeland security? And with the arrival of hurricane season, how well prepared is the U.S. for coping with the challenge of natural disasters that could afflict the nation? Brookings convened a discussion to examine these questions with a keynote address by The U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Michael Chertoff. A panel discussion followed that featured a group of leading experts, including three of the coauthors of the new Brookings book, Protecting the Homeland 2006/2007: Michael O'Hanlon, Senior Fellow, Brookings; Jeremy Shapiro, Director of Research, Center on the United States and Europe (CUSE), Brookings; and Michael B. d'Arcy, a Non-Resident Technology Fellow at Brookings. Richard Falkenrath, a Brookings Senior Fellow and Former Deputy Homeland Security Advisor to President George W. Bush moderated the discussion. An audience, including Members of the "Think, Learn & Lead" Group, participated in a question and answer period that followed each session. See Secretary Chertoff's remarks in pdf. format, and the panel's discussion, also in pdf. format. 

 

 

By: Dr. C. J. Reiss, Member of the Brookings "Think, Learn & Lead" Group.

 

New York Conference Updates

Dr. Reiss will be back in the United States for a series of conferences during the month of May but otherwise he will not be available while sailing in and around Long Island Sound & New York Harbor on
"The Southampton Castaway II".

Posted by: C J
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La Défense - Paris

 

J'étais nostalgique du sentiment quand je suis retourné dans mon ancienne maison parisienne pour célébrer avec mes amis parisiens, puis le voyage en plein air avec le festival de jazz dans la zone financière était tout simplement magnifique. C'était égal à la récréation que nous avons eu l'année dernière à Roland Garros. Nous avons dîné, bu des vins français de qualité exquise dans les meilleurs restaurants français et dansé toute la nuit. Il était donc l'heure du petit déjeuner car le soleil se levait. Nous devons faire ce voyage plus souvent. Je te souhaite le meilleur.

Votre cher ami,

C J

Dr. C.J. Reiss, ReissCorp-Le Groupe CSI
[Comportemental des Sciences International]

UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO: Business and Law Conferences

The continuing education programs are always a great opportunity to visit with friends at The University of Chicago, Northwestern and fellow members of the American Law & Economics Association. A hotel suite overlooking the lake, easy access to several after-hours jazz clubs and day trips up to Evanston, makes everything perfect. 

 

Yours truly,

C J Reiss

ROYAL ASCOT RACES, UK

THE ROYAL ASCOT HORSE RACES RETURN TO BERKSHIRE THIS YEAR

This year's festival should rally last year's. With the return of the Royal Ascot to Berkshire their is much to anticipate. The Cheltenham hunt races may have been fun in mid-March but there is something about Ascot. Maybe it is the roaming parties and socials that move from one club to the next, but I think it is the quality of the horses, the skill of the riders and the challenge of the course that brings everything on home.

Posted by: C. J. Reiss, Member, Tri-County Riding Club & Holder of the 1st Place Cranwell Riding Trophy Won in "The Berkshires".

Canterbury Cathedral Evensong: Easter Service

 

The Cathedral Choir of Canterbury -   Saint Augustine, Founder of the Choir

The choir takes great pride in the professionalism of music performed at its services, and today's Carol Service was another example of that professional character. The Music Department consists of the Cathedral Choir of 30 choristers and 12 Lay Clerks, plus three Organists and the Master of the Choristers. The Cathedral was founded by St Augustine. Ever since the murder of Archbishop Thomas Becket in the Cathedral in 1170, Canterbury has attracted thousands of individuals making the pilgramage.

Posted by: Dr. Christopher J. Reiss, Steward of The Cathedral Choir of Canterbury

Thursday Luncheons in London

UNIVERSITY OF LONDON SCHOOL OF ADVANCED STUDIES INSTITUTE OF PHILOSOPHY

The academic year's weekly lucheon meetings at the institute are winding down after another great year.

Posted by: Dr. C. J. Reiss, Member, The Royal Institute of Philosophy

UNANNOUNCED ARRIVAL: Baghdad, Iraq

An unexpected departure followed their launch of the new lecture series at CHATHAM HOUSE. Foreign Secretary Jack Straw of the United Kingdom of Great Britian & Secretary Condoleezza Rice of the United States of America, arrived unannounced in Badhdad, Iraq delivering a message calling for movement on the political front. Their press conference remarks in full-text, are made available, herewith, courtesy of the U.S. Department of State.

Posted By: Dr. C.J. Reiss, Member of Chatham House.

THE ANNUAL BOAT RACE: Oxford Beats Cambridge

UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD DEPARTMENT OF EXPERIMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY ST. JOHN'S COLLEGE ALUMNI & ALUMNAE

With pre-race breakfast excitement at the Oxford & Cambridge Club in Pall Mall London after a prior night of fun, the competition was back up at peak levels, again. Then it was off to the starting line of the race. Once the boats were out of sight, everyone ducked into a local pub to see the event and finish on a wide screen feed. With Oxford beating Cambridge the alumni & alumnae of St. John's College Oxford returned to the " Lamb & Flag " and before long, we were raising our glasses to this happy event. Sorry to my fellow alumni/ae at Cambridge, but you have to admit it is always more fun to party with the winners after the big race. Maybe I will see you next year!

Best Regards,

C J

Dr. C. J. Reiss, Alumnus of St. John's College, Oxford Department of Experimental Psychology; [And we won't emphasize it this year, but also an Alumnus of the University of Cambridge Judge Business School CfEL]

BBC Today & CHATHAM HOUSE Lecture Series

STRAW AND RICE LAUNCH LECTURE SERIES

Jack Straw and Condoleezza Rice launched a new lecture series by Chatham House and BBC Today. In her address, the US Secretary of State spoke of America's commitment to justice and the rule of law. Rice speech Q&A. Straw speech.

Posted By:

DR. C. J. REISS, Member of CHATHAM HOUSE  - The Royal Institute of International Affairs

 

iXXi Briefings [9/11]: LSE

Topic: "The Peaceful Rise of CHINA"
London School of Economics
Speackers: Fan Gang, Director, National Economic Research Institute, Beijing; and Lin Chun, LSE

About The iXXi Briefings:

The iXXi briefings are private breakfast conversations chaired by Lord Desai to which around 40 distinguished people are invited. Two speakers at each session talk for 15 minutes each before the discussion is opened to the group. Renowned LSE experts and prominent people from around the world share their thoughts in private with a diverse group of insightful, influential people. Chatham House Rules apply: opinions expressed may be reported but not attributed.

iXXi, which stands for 9/11, began after the terrorist attacks in 2001. LSE felt there was a demand for immediate intellectual analysis of the changing world.

Although it's over three years since September 11 2001, the breakfasts remain extremely popular. The focus has broadened to include other areas in which LSE has a special capacity. iXXi is an opportunity to exhibit the School's resources and enables us to reach the eminent leaders of communities with whom the School hopes to engage.

Posted By: Dr. C.J. Reiss, Member/Participant, London School of Economics European Institute

Royal Academy of Music, University of London

PAGANINI RETURNS TO LONDON: The 175th Anniversary of Nicolò Paganini's Original Tour

Monday the 27th of February to Sunday the 5th of March 2006

The revolutionary virtuoso Nicolò Paganini visited London for the first time in 1831. From Monday 27th February to Sunday 5th March 2006, the Royal Academy of Music marks the 175th anniversary of his visit with 'Paganini in London', a series of performances, research events and exhibitions. The festival will explore what Paganini was playing in London, how he played it and the public responses to his playing.

The two greatest virtuosos of the nineteenth century, Franz Liszt and Nicolò Paganini, still represent the summit of aspiration for pianists and violinists today. Only extraordinary musicians can hope to achieve adulatory accounts such as Liszt and Paganini often earned for their playing. The evidence of their astonishing compositions is incontrovertible. The greatest performers of their time, they travelled constantly — and often to London and throughout Britain. Of course, they came for the high fees and public adulation, but also for the sophisticated and cosmopolitan audiences which they found here.

For Paganini London was particularly important, as it was here he began to be appreciated not just as a freak of nature but as a complete musician who advocated late Beethoven string quartets almost as fervently as his own Caprices. This festival will illustrate his continuing influence not just on the violin world but on composers and performers of all kinds. During this intensive week, we will enjoy a wide variety of concerts, lectures and seminars which build up the full context for that visit 175 years ago: from chamber performances in which some of the Academy's most renowned string professors collaborate with current students, to a compositional outreach project with pupils from Mandeville School in Buckinghamshire. The idée fixe will be the wonderful solo caprices which, together with the Second Concerto, La Campanella, will give the Academy's student violinists a chance to test their mettle. The exhibition in the York Gate Collections brings together paintings, manuscripts, objects and other rare artefacts relevant to Paganini's London career.

The jewel in the crown is Paganini's beloved il Cannone (the Cannon), made by Guarneri del Gesù in 1742 and undoubtedly the most famous violin in the world, which has been loaned to the Academy by the City of Genoa for the festival. For our closing concert, the modern-day Paganini and Academy professor, Maxim Vengerov, will play il Cannone: a performance which promises to be an epic event by any standard.

Sincerely,

C J

 

 

Dr. Christopher J. Reiss, Musician & Friend of the Royal Academy of Music

PS Check the events link for specific dates, in addition to other great shows ranging from "A Night at the Chinese Opera", to "Jazz Improvisation & Synaesthesia", and "Musical Theatre Showcases", over and above the standard "Masterclasses", "York Gate Research Events" and "Lunchtime Classics"..... R.A.M. EVENTS, Spring 2006

DAVOS, Switzerland

29th of January: " Closing Remarks at the World Economic Forum"
Annual Meeting closes with new initiatives that seize "the creative imperative"—

The World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting 2006 has closed with participants detailing new projects in disaster relief, hunger, anti-corruption, financing for development and public-private partnerships. "I was particularly impressed by this notion of 'I will'," said Founder Klaus Schwab. "That's what the purpose of this meeting is. The Forum will provide platforms for collaborative efforts so the new initiatives or ones that have been enhanced will be implemented," he told participants in Davos.

Held under the theme "The Creative Imperative", participants used workshops and discussion groups to generate innovative solutions to global challenges. "There was a new effort to bring together people to discuss the big themes, and brainstorm action," reported Laura Tyson, Dean of the "LONDON BUSINESS SCHOOL". In response, the Chairman and CEO of Nestlé, Peter Brabeck, urged participants to take individual responsibility to act. "I think sometimes we are not translating what we are discussing in virtual terms into action which would really reflect the 'spirit of Davos'. I think the Forum is here to help us to find out what the main issues are and then it is up to us to act individually," he said. "Some of what we achieved in the trade sessions, discussing the education divide and others, we got excellent inputs to create a more balanced world," added Mukesh Ambani, Chairman and Managing Director of Reliance Industries. The panellists agreed that the rise of the developing world is changing the balance of power. This makes it imperative that social imbalances are redressed, said James Wolfensohn, former head of the World Bank. .

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World Economic Forum-Davos Meeting 2006

The United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan communicated his vision for a reformed UN to Annual Meeting participants. "My objective has been to persuade member states that the UN needs to engage not only with governments, but with people," he said, adding that "only if it does that, can it fulfil its vocation and be of use to humanity in the 21st century."

" Annan then focused on the way that the UN is changing to focus more on human rights, saying that “within the next week or two we may see agreement on … the establishment of a more authoritative Human Rights Council, to replace the now widely discredited Commission". The reform theme was picked up by the other participants, with actions regarding nuclear weapons being highlighted as a particular concern. “We still do not have a convention in regard to even the regulation of nuclear weapons. We need to inject a sense of urgency into the problem of weapons of mass destruction in the world,” said Jayantha Dhanapala, Senior Adviser, UN Secretariat for Coordinating the Peace Process.

Posted by: Dr. C. J. Reiss
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Canterbury Cathedral Carol Service

The ecumenical multi-faith chaplains, stewards and multi-lingual carol singers, of the University of Kent, brought together another outstanding carol service at the Canterbury Cathedral this holiday season.

Happy Holidays,

C J

Dr. Christopher J. Reiss, Cathedral Steward, Canterbury Cathedral Carol Service

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WORKSHOP: "The New Security"

• University of London
• School of Advanced Studies,
• Institute of Commonwealth Studies
• 28 Russell Square, London WC1B 5DS

SUNDAY 18th DECEMBER 2005

1000-1200 Insecurity & the Elusive ‘Liberal Peace’

Chair: Angela Gendron (Carleton University); Andrew Williams (University of Kent) ‘Liberalism & War: post-publication reflections, revisions, regrets’; Jane L Parpart (LSE & ICS) ‘Limits of Empowerment: gender, development & violent conflicts’; Georgios Karyotis (University of Strathclyde) ‘Securitization of Migration in the EU post-9/11?’; Charlie Edwards (Demos) ‘Business & Security Sector Reform (SSR)/Stabilisation.’

1300-1430 Security & Ecology

Chair: Geoffrey Edwards (Cambridge); Derek Mcdougall (University of Melbourne) ‘Insecurity in Oceania’; Adam Stern (Carleton University) ‘Security Assessment for the Prevention of Polar Ice Depletion: a Canadian perspective’; Paul Higate (University of Bristol) ‘Security, Space & Place in Liberia’; Timothy M Shaw et al (ICS) ‘A Decade of Human Security: what prospects for global governance & new multilateralisms?’

1500-1700 New Security & the ‘New’ EU

Chair: Malcolm Rodgers (Christian Aid); Sven Biscop (RIIR, Brussels) ‘The European Security Strategy: integrating security & development in EU extra-regional policies & practices’; Peter Trim (Birkbeck College) ‘Countering Organized Crime & International Terrorism: a partnership approach’; Else Kloppenborg (University of Copenhagen) ‘Externalisation of European Asylum Policies: a new paradigm’s difficult delivery’; Christoph Meyer (Birkbeck College) ‘EU Defence: the challenge of divergent threat perceptions & norms in the EU 25.’

1730-1930 Reception: Hosted by Ashgate Publishing for its Series on the International Political Economy of New Regionalisms.

Posted By: Dr. C.J. Reiss, Member of the Institutes at the University of London School of Advanced Studies.

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Brussels School of International Studies & The Kent Law School

BI-WEEKLY GUEST LECTURE SERIES: LUNCH IN BRUSSELS & DINNER IN CANTERBURY

 

The most recent guest speakers have included many distinguished individuals, to whom we are most grateful and we look forward to a continued debate after the break.

Best Regards,

C J

Dr. C. J. Reiss
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Enterprise Meetings @ The Judge: cambridge's school of business

UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE
JUDGE BUSINESS SCHOOL

Centre for Entrepreneurial Learning (CfEL) delivers a range of educational activities, including the Tuesday evening meetings on the practise of Entrepreneurship, to inspire and build skills and 'spread the spirit of enterprise' within the University of Cambridge and beyond.......

Best Regards,

C J

Dr. C. J. Reiss, Alumnus of the University of Cambridge Judge Business School Centre for Entrepreneurial Learning

CHATHAM HOUSE: London

The Chatham House Meeting of the Royal Institute of International Affairs

 

*PHOTO: " Chatham House " The Members' Library. MEETING: "The Long Road Ahead for United Nations Reform" Presented by U.S. Ambassador John Bolton, The United States Permanent Representative to the United Nations. The meeting with John Bolton outlined numerous issues that will be difficult to accomplish with uniform agreement. John lived up to his reputation arguing against globalization. His opposition needs to know what it is up against and he made that very clear.

Sincerely,

C J

Dr C.J. Reiss, Member, Chatham House

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l’ecole HEC-Paris: le club finance internationale

Breakfast & Evening Debates at the International Finance Club, HEC-Paris

Working groups and policy debates have continue throughout the early summer months for members of the Paris Finance Club.

Posted by: Dr. C. J. Reiss, (ReissCorp-CSI, Paris)
ReissCorp-le Groupe Comportemental des Sciences International [translation: ReissCorp- The Behavioral Sciences Group International]
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7/7 postscript:

As I was traveling to Canterbury from my home in Paris for an interview at the University of Kent today, my birthday the 7th of July 2005, I decided to take the scenic route via the ferry, instead of the Paris/London-Eurostar bullet train. To my concerned friends; thanks for your thoughts and sorry for your worries as I could not be reached crossing The Channel when the terrror struck London's underground.... C J

BROOKINGS INSTITUTION & THE NATIONAL PRESS CLUB

[ NATIONAL COMMISSION ON PUBLIC SERVICE]: TWO YEARS LATER.

It has been two years since the Volker commission pesented its findings at the lunch-time meeting of the National Press Club, Washington, DC. The proceedings were sponsored by the Brookings Institution, just up the street. The distinct perspective of each commission member, was clear from his or her answer to questions posed by Dr. Reiss, other professionals and members of the media. Follow-up questions demanded greater analysis and the members were moved beyond mere speaking points. Members of the press club remained in good form throughout the afternoon.

Some of the recommendations from that day have been implemented. It would be nice to have real follow-up to see if more top level people are going into the public sector, as a result of the new policies.

Dr. C. J. Reiss, Member of the Brookings Institution "Think, Learn & Lead Group".

 

 

 

 CHRIS, CATHERINE & OUR IRISH WOLFHOUND 

 

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CHRISTOPHER J. REISS, PHD, MBA, LLM, EdD, DLitt

 

Biography:                  

   Professor Christopher J. Reiss is the Founder of the Center for Interdisciplinary Collaboration, a subsidiary of ReissCorp, and has over four decades of experience leading organizations, teaching, consulting, fund raising and conducting research. He is a highly trained, seasoned professional with a diverse interdisciplinary perspective that he utilizes in an extremely effective manner.

     Prof. Reiss is currently at the University of London Centre for International & Diplomacy Studies specializing in global policy analysis, law, economics, geopolitics, and security issues. He works both independently and as a team member. He assesses functions, achievements, and deficiencies at both the micro and macro levels. Then he develops, implements, monitors and adjusts problem solving intervention plans. When applicable, each project is fully documented for case presentation. Whether for training, education, consulting or forensic purposes, case materials are packaged into multimedia presentations and written reports.

      Prof. Reiss has consulted in the areas of oil & gas, finance, law, education, health, data processing, telecommunications, construction, government, military intelligence, agriculture, real estate, transportation, the arts, music, entertainment, and the manufacture of such diverse things as pharmaceuticals, clothing, sports equipment, electronics, food products, machinery, motor vehicles, plastics and silicone parts. He has been a stakeholder in Reiss Corporation Manufacturing for decades.

     Prof. Reiss has a great working knowledge of finance but an even better understanding of budgets, and a keen sense of how to operate successfully in a highly professional and personable manner with good common sense. It is a pleasure to work with him.

     Prof. Reiss was recently awarded his fourth doctoral degree, the Doctor of Music & Arts. As a clinical psychologist, Prof. Reiss integrates music, drama, and art with traditional forms of psychotherapy to bring about significant change in people of all ages. Most recently, he has worked bringing community music and therapy to seniors in nursing homes. In the past, he developed and implemented treatment protocols as Chief of Psychology, Forensics & Neuropsychology at a children’s home. Prior to that as a military contractor, Prof. Reiss worked in the Wounded Warriors program overseas, staging Homer’s “Odyssey,” and Sophocles’ “Ajax,” and “Philoctetes,” with subsequent discussion groups as a public health project concerning PTSD and other concerns for the military.

    Prof. Reiss was a founding member, and is currently a Diplomate Emeritus, Consultant & Member of the Professional Advisory Council of the American Board of Disability Analysts, and former Senior Supervising Consultant for College Health Enterprises with headquarters in New York and California. He was also appointed Adjunct Professor of Psychology & Business Management for the University of Maryland University College.

    At his core, Prof. Reiss is a psychologist and educator with a pragmatic philosophy. His interdisciplinary perspective continued to develop throughout a life of learning. Prof. Reiss’ Doctor of Education is in the theories, policies, and practices of leading educational programs, college departments, universities and schools (K-12, undergraduate, graduate and professional). The requirements included at least two additional specializations outside the school of education. He chose business, law, and public health as his foci, excelling in each, including many cross-referenced courses at the nexus of the three fields, and obtained two additional masters degrees (i.e., business and law) en route to the Doctor of Education. As such, Prof. Reiss has expertise in: 1. The Integrated Curriculum Model [ICM] for designing differentiated course syllabi, mapping curricula, and developing best practice procedures for instruction; 2. Researching the most up-to-date and advanced content requirements within disciplines; 3. Constructing and validating test procedures for assessment units of study; 4. Stimulating high-level thinking processes and advanced concept formation; and 5. Implementing academic policies for the innovative advancement of educational quality and integrity.  This was not wholly new to Prof. Reiss given his past experiences developing curricula at University of Maryland University College, New York Institute of Technology, New York Medical College, Pace University, St. Vincent’s Hospital-Manhattan, and The New York Court System Forensic Training Fellowship Programs that were in collaboration with Beth Israel Hospital, Columbia University, Cornell University, Einstein Hospital, Montefiore Hospital, Mount Sinai Hospital, New York Medical College, New York University, State University of New York-Downstate, and St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital. Additionally, Prof. Reiss has extensive experience collaborating with textbook publishers determining appropriate content and faculty resources for courses across various fields.

    His research interests include: 1. Methods of geopolitical policy analysis; 2. Music and the arts in historical and cultural contexts; 3. The development of appropriate music, art, dramatization and entertainment venues that can be customized to educate and address the specific needs of communities concerning a variety of healthcare, educational and other issues;  4. Identifying and measuring the continuum of behavioral, cognitive, emotional, and physiological components of musical performance; 5. The history of academia from the cradle of civilization to Plato’s academy, the University, departmentalization, interdisciplinary programs, international affiliates, and strategic business solutions based on analysis of interview data from major universities around the world; 6. Advancing a new mathematical model, Operational Competitive Rating Analysis, for measuring the cost effectiveness of business, health and educational institutions; and 7. The development and validation of new instruments for measuring various constructs (i.e., on the continuum from state to trait measures) ranging from musical performance anxiety to civility and other variables. Prof. Reiss has also collaborated closely with Prof. Catherine Connolly who has developed a Smartphone App for research purposes that can track the prevalence and outcomes of workplace incivility, develop normative data across industry sectors, and explore related variables that impact businesses. Prof. Reiss & Prof. Connolly are also members of the Columbia University School of Journalism Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists and together they have developed the ReissCorp Weblogs for Journalism & Literature Here and Aboad. 

    In addition to his academic post at University of Maryland University College-Europe, Prof. Reiss presented his lectures on Assessment for Clinical, Forensic, and Scientific Purposes as a visiting professor at Syracuse University, and on Psychology of Music Education at Boston University.  His abilities to assess and meet the needs of students and faculty, bridge the gaps between disciplines, and work collaboratively, both within and across diverse cultures, is outstanding. He consistently integrates the ethical standards and values needed to excel effectively within each area he teaches. Ratings have been consistently exceptional, e.g., “Informative, entertaining, and genuinely interested in his students, his colleagues, and his work”. The most recent comment from one of his graduate students, a retired Marine, was as follows: “I really appreciated your style of instruction. This was one of my favorite classes, to date. Thank you for your contribution to my education.”

   His teaching experience has ranged from supervision on an individual basis, to small seminars, large lecture halls, auditoriums, public venues and stadiums. At St. Vincent’s Hospital & Medical Center of Manhattan, teaching was often done in seminar formats during morning rounds, case conferences, Grand Rounds and at other times. Prof. Reiss was in charge of Behavioral Health and taught psychiatry & psychology interns and fellows, in addition to psychiatry residents, and medical students. He was also the liaison consultant to all other departments, where he fostered a deeper understanding of each patient, grounded in both basic and clinical sciences. As a senior forensic expert (e.g., at the New York Police Department, the New York Courts, and the Judge Advocate General's Military Corp), Prof. Reiss would regularly brief lawyers on the nuances of various cases, prep them for Court, and provide expert testimony to Judges and Juries, while translating complex ideas into engaging and easily understandable facts. As a consultant to the military (e.g., civilian contractor for The Pentagon, deployed overseas 2008-2013), Prof. Reiss advised garrison commanders on issues that helped inform their leadership decisions. As a business consultant (e.g., as Co-Director of Affiliated Physicians at the World Trade Center, President of ReissCorp, and Chairperson of ReissCorp Center for Interdisciplinary Collaboration), he has regularly given luncheon lectures, seminars, and boardroom presentations to business executives, at both large and small gatherings. He developed employee assistance programs for large-scale corporations, targeting all types of medical and public health issues. With the help of the late Dr. Peter Rizzo (former NYPD & FDNY Surgeon, and Chief of Orthopedic Surgery at St. Vincent’s Hospital), Prof. Reiss developed the curriculum for a back pain management program to be franchised across the country to help employees cope with the chronic condition, reducing a major reason employees call in sick to work.

    He was awarded his B.A. with honors in psychology at The George Washington University taking up to twenty-one credits a semester while on the Dean's List, with permissions to take thirty-two graduate level credits as part of his undergraduate program, including advanced courses and internships in fine arts, music and art therapy, clinical psychology, theories of learning and personality, and extensive research on moral development. His M.A. in Academic Psychology and Cognitive Research was attained at The New School for Social Research with an internship at NYU—Bellevue Psychiatric Hospital, and his Ph.D. from Florida Institute of Technology was in Clinical Psychology, with a minor in International Studies from their Lugano, Switzerland campus. Prior to graduation, he completed his personal training analysis, and an APA approved internship at St. Vincent’s Hospital—Reiss Psychiatric Pavilion dealing with adults & children, followed by three fellowships in clinical psychology, neuropsychology, and forensics, respectively.

     Prof. Reiss was also awarded his M.B.A. in International Business from Long Island University, with studies at their affiliate campuses in New York, London, and Paris (i.e., the United Nations Program; C.W. Post College of Management-NY; European Business School, Regent's University-London; Ecole de Management, Le Pôle Universitaire Léonard de Vinci-Paris; and the Touro College of Law). Additionally, he was awarded his LL.M. in International Law and International Relations from the University of Kent Faculty of Law at Canterbury England, and the Brussels School of International Studies in Belgium.

     In 2013, Prof. Reiss was awarded his second doctorate, an Ed.D. in Policy Analysis from the University of Virginia specializing in law, public health, business, & the policies of running all types of educational programs and facilities. His third Doctorate, the D.Litt., Doctor of Letters in Liberal Arts with specialization in literature, philosophy, theology, history and arts was awarded by Drew University in 2016. Prof. Reiss was recently awarded his fourth doctorate, the D.M.A. degree in Music & Arts. Clearly, Prof. Reiss has extensive post-graduate training and continuing education as well, all of which involved class presentations and/or thesis and dissertation defenses. He has presented at various professional association meetings, and has worked as a peer reviewer for journals and annual conferences.

     In summary, Prof. Reiss has expertise in many fields and he spent a significant portion of his career living and working abroad (e.g. as a contractor for the Pentagon and healthcare worker in Germany; traveling the world conducting dissertation fieldwork, researching the quality and scope of university-based education; and teaching in China before that). He was also appointed by University of Maryland University College-Europe to teach psychology, international and multi-cultural studies, business management, and ethics. His academic leadership experiences from clinical, forensic, military and business settings should be weighted alongside his teaching experiences at Pace University, New York Medical College, New York Institute of Technology, University of Maryland University College, Syracuse University, and Boston University School of Music. Prior to University of Maryland University College faculty post as Adjunct Professor of Psychology & Business Management, he was an Adjunct Professor in Arts & Sciences at New York Institute of Technology, which was in collaboration with the Nanjing University of Posts & Telecommunications, teaching all aspects of business administration, journalism, writing, speech making, debate, international relations, negotiation & law, while living in China. That said, his teaching experiences date back to 1983 when he was a Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychology, Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, New York Medical College, and an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Psychology, Pace University.

    Professors Christopher Reiss and Catherine Connolly thoroughly enjoy working in diverse multi-cultural environments and exploring the world with their Irish Wolfhound.

Contact: [email protected] 

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CATHERINE M. CONNOLLY, RN, MA, MS, PSYD, DBA 

 

Biography: 

    Professor Catherine M. Connolly is a Senior Supervising Consultant for College Health Enterprises. She has been on the Faculty of Syracuse University, and an Adjunct Professor of Psychology and Business Management teaching graduate and undergraduate students for the University of Maryland University College-Europe & Asia campuses.  While working with graduate students in the psychology program, she specialized in teaching research methods, clinical assessment, psychometrics, individual & group psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and ethics. Her expertise in business management includes: organizational theory, mixed methods research, management science, leadership, organizational behavior and social psychology. Prof. Connolly was a Senior Supervising Psychologist and Director of Program Development & Research at the Children’s Home of Jefferson County. Her research interests are diverse. 

   Prof. Connolly also taught as an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Psychology at Columbia University in the City of New York, and supervised graduate students in their clinical practicum at the Columbia University Counseling Center. Prior to that, she taught and supervised doctoral candidates in clinical psychology at the Florida Institute of Technology Health Clinic. Clearly she loves the work and feedback has always been extremely positive.

   Prof. Connolly's extensive training and experience started with the award of her R.N. at City University of New York, followed by her B.A. Magna Cum Laude at CUNY-Hunter College, and her M.A. in Social and Organizational Psychology at Columbia University Teachers College.

    Prof. Connolly was also awarded her second masters degree, M.S., and her first doctoral degree, the Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology, from Florida Institute of Technology. Her continuing education has included certificates in: Family Therapy, Ackerman Institute of Family Therapy, NY; Digital Media Storytelling, Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism; Advanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapies, University of Oxford, England; Mixed Methods Research, University of Heidelberg, Germany; and Executive Coaching, University of Cambridge, England.

   Recently, Prof. Connolly defended another dissertation for a second doctorate, the D.B.A. in Business Administration, awarded by the University of Manchester, England (i.e., consistently rated # 1 as the World’s Best doctoral program in business by Financial Times during Prof. Connolly's time there). While at Manchester, Prof. Connolly developed a Smartphone App for measuring workplace incivility and related cognitive, emotional and behavioral outcomes in real-time similar to a digital diary. Her research has broadened the construct by adapting the Workplace Incivility Scale (WIS) to include online and face-to-face interactions, also indicating the hierarchal status of the instigator, in addition to scales of Emotional Exhaustion, Turnover Intentions, Sadness, Fear, Anger, and Ruminations. The app is a reliable and valid instrument that is user-friendly with 22 items that take under five minutes to complete. In collaboration with Prof. Reiss and her mentors at Manchester, she anticipates an extensive program of published research flowing from here. Future plans include the development of normative data across business, health, and educational sectors, while exploring related variables that have negative impact. Methodologically, this research advances the field by overcoming many of the limitations inherent in cross-sectional studies. Theoretically, the study expands the construct to include online forms, and provides support for a conceptual framework that helps explain workplace incivility and its effects.

     Prof. Connolly has enjoyed working as a clinician on Wall Street, at various hospitals and for the US Department of Defense. Her Doctoral Internship in Clinical Psychology included specialization in Rehabilitation & Behavioral Medicine. She is also certified in EMDR, Biofeedback, and Neurofeedback. As a training supervisor at the NYC Health and Hospitals Corporation Woodhull Medical Center in Brooklyn, Prof. Connolly supervised doctoral students in their internship program and was Director of the Medication Adherence Program.  Dr. Connolly also has extensive experience in the fields of addiction and substance abuse treatment. She was affiliated with The Northern California Institute for Research & Education, and investigated PTSD in police officers at the NYPD.  At Wall Street Counseling Center, she provided individual and couples therapy in addition to executive coaching.

    Prof. Connolly worked at New York University Department of Environmental Medicine as a Clinical Psychologist and co-investigator in HIV research.  She also published work in molecular, chromosomal and epidemiology research of cancer as part of a team at Memorial Sloan Kettering Department of Epidemiology. Prof. Connolly excels on both academic and medical teams, teaching, supervising and implementing policies for delivery of services. She maintains excellent working relationships with all the other professionals on the teams.

    In addition to the field of psychology, Prof. Connolly studied art at the Art Student’s League of New York, the New York Academy of Art,  the National Academy of Art, the Salmagundi Club Center for American Art, and Parsons New School for Design in New York & Paris. She has also exhibited her art in private and public venues, in addition to juried competitions. Earlier in life she lived and studied culinary arts in Paris at the Cordon Bleu. Currently, she enjoys playing violin.

    Prof. Connolly has a unique skill set with training in the arts, music, drama, sciences and business, in addition to psychology, all of which serve her well teaching, providing clinical and consulting services, and conducting research.

Contact: [email protected]

 

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TEACHING PHILOSOPHY STATEMENT:

    Our commitment to teaching is values based, combined with a pragmatic philosophical stance, which we have practiced throughout our careers as a clinical psychologists, professors, and interdisciplinary scholars. Without philosophy and faith in our beliefs, teaching would be like an orchestra without a conductor.  Open discussion concerning students’ ontological and epistemological positions, their preconceived notions and belief systems, and the impact of each on how to answer a particular question and acquire knowledge, sets the tone for thinking critically, and is encouraged. For us, education, therapy, leadership, and values are not things, like a car, rather they are processes, like driving. Although you learn from your past experiences behind the wheel, driving is an interactive process, moment-to-moment, always perceiving changing aspects in the environment, processing the information in split seconds, developing a plan of action based on past learning, personal characteristics and beliefs, and then actively and freely responding. That state of being might be referred to as living in the present. We think teaching, caregiving, leading, and living one’s values can be analogous, albeit, not always as risky as driving. Knowledge will be created through the dynamic interaction process between students, coworkers, the teacher and learner. On a more practical level, all students should be able to express their thoughts and insights freely, while maintaining a sense of responsibility and accomplishment. Also, from our experiences, it is important to reduce ambiguity by clarifying role expectations, course requirements, and making clear how evaluative decisions are made regarding the grading process, minimizing any misunderstanding concerning the expected standards of performance.

    It is also important to understand what kinds of tools help students excel when trying to master a particular subject. As with other fields, modern technology has impacted all aspects of education. Indeed, technology has also provided the university professor many options that enable the learning environment to be fluid, dynamic and within a global reach. Currently, students now have the opportunity to discover how other countries and cultures conceptualize challenges faced by various disciplines and industries.  For example, making connections with international leaders in a particular field can be both inspirational and provide different points of view.  Hosting online meetings in the classroom with guest speakers enable this type of exposure, and minimizing travel costs of studies abroad.  Digital media story-telling is another example of conveying content that is informative, entertaining, and engaging. Overall, taking academic subjects and presenting them through videos, podcasts, blogs, and real-life experiences, in addition to standard lectures, seminars, and master classes allow for different modes of presentation, communication, and learning.

    In summary, our commitment to teaching is pragmatic, and value based. Our approach integrates theory and application, facilitating learning through a combination of both academic and non-academic community resources. We model persistent lifelong international education, to guide and motivate others to pursue their goals, utilizing their free will to reap a plentiful harvest across diverse fields of interdisciplinary education.

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