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Viable leadership is true and sustainable leadership. You become a viable leader when you act and lead with ethics and integrity. When you prioritize ethics in leadership, the people you interact with will know and understand that you are trying to make the best decisions that impact stakeholders in a positive way. Over the course […]

Aristotle is considered the godfather of virtue ethics. Virtue ethics is focused on the development of good moral character over adherence to duty (deontological ethics) or bringing about the highest number of good consequences (utilitarianism). As most other musings about virtue ethics are derived from Aristotle’s Nicomachean Ethics, this article aims to be a helpful […]

Since its inception, the Student Center for the Public Trust (StudentCPT) programming model has focused heavily on Chapter Performance Levels where StudentCPT Chapters were classified into three levels: Developing Chapters, Star Chapters and Golden Star Chapters. The primary goal of the performance levels was for all chapters to progress through each level, while meeting varied […]

Ethics do matter and you can make a difference! The NASBA Center for the Public Trust (CPT) exists to develop, empower and promote ethical leaders. Ethical dilemmas in the workplace and beyond come earlier and more frequently than we might expect. Following the examples of ethically minded leaders and participating in ethics education, however, can […]

The 2024 StudentCPT Leadership Conference (SLC) was held in Louisville, KY, at the Omni Louisville Hotel, from June 3-5. This year’s conference theme was “Empowered to Lead,” focusing on the resources StudentCPT provides and how the journey to being an ethical leader empowers students at work, on campus and in their communities.  The SLC was […]

The NASBA Center for the Public Trust (CPT) is dedicated to developing, empowering and promoting ethical leaders. This summer, there are two fantastic opportunities for you to support the CPT’s mission and make a significant impact on our nation’s  future leaders. StudentCPT Leadership Conference – June 3-5, Louisville, KY From June 3-5, 2024, the CPT […]

At the end of April, the 2024 Ethics in Action Video Competition winners were announced. The competition attracted roughly 70 submissions from 25 colleges and universities, and the CPT staff was impressed by the creativity displayed.  Review the winners below and watch the videos here! Short Film Category Judge’s Choice Winners: 1st Place Grand Prize: […]

Starting your first internship can be intimidating. It could be the first time you’ve worked in a professional setting like an office, and you might be nervous about how to present yourself. Here are a few tips on how to impress everyone around the office to help calm those nerves, and make a positive first […]