Christopher Jacob Reiss
Prof. C. J. Reiss, PhD, MBA, LLM, EdD, DLitt, DMA
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EDUCATION
University of London
Senate House
Fellow
of
Advanced Legal Studies
at the
Centre for International
Studies & Diplomacy
in
Public Policy, Law, Economics,
Geopolitics & Security Issues
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
Little Nell loves to drive in the car and make music.
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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:
- What makes it right to go to war (jus ad bellum)?
- What it is right to do in war (jus in bello)?
- 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
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October 11, 2013
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA
DOCTORATE IN EDUCATION AWARDED 2013
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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
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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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