1). How are organizations tied to the environment? What is the relationship between the school you attend and the city or town in which it is situated? What, if any, ethical obligations does an organization like a college or university have to the local community?
Organizations depend on their environments, and can sometimes have a negative affect on them as well. An example of this is when pollutants are released into the local lands and streams. Not all affects companies have on their environments are negative. For example when a new company sets up in a town, they produce jobs which stimulate the local economy.
I think that San Jose State had a huge impact on the city of San Jose, and even the bay area as a whole. It is such a commuter school that it brings people from as far away as San Francisco and Gilroy and even further. I also think that the school creates a huge haven for diversity and sets an environment when different ethnicities can gather in a place of learning. I think that San Jose State does a good job of fulfilling their ethical obligation to the community by hosting all sorts of events and conferences that bring people together.
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Hi Nicciri,
ReplyDeleteI appreciate the fact you listed both negative and positive effects of organizational ties on its environment. The negative impacts of some of these organizations where pollutants are released into Earth are not only negative for the community but wildlife as well. Our ecosystem is dependent and in some ways organizations have become part of our ecosystem. The stimulation of local economies is very import during this recession. It is a very critical aspect of organizations at this time and employment from organizations is a positive.
I also commented on how SJSU is a commuter school and it does not only impact our local community but neighboring ones as well. I like the fact that you mention SJSU is a haven for diversity and a gathering place where diversity can meet for one common goal of becoming education. I didn’t consider the events that were held at the college. You brought up points that I didn’t consider. I enjoyed your post.
Hi Nicciri,
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading your post regarding the organizations affect on environment.
According to Sarah Trenholm, “Organizations are linked to their environments. Organizations depend on their surroundings for resources and energy.” (Trenholm 2008, pg. 215).
I totally agree with you about San Jose State University having a huge impact on the city of San Jose. I believe SJSU is a diverse school that attracts students from all over the world. With such diversity, the university and the environment surrounding SJSU reaps the benefits from the wealth of knowledge, ethnicities, and its economics. However, on the other hand, SJSU could affect the environment in a negative way. For example, what is SJSU doing about eliminating litter around campus and going Green? Yes, we have recycle bins around campus, but what about the trash lying around? Has SJSU decided to replace all Styrofoam and plastic to biodegradable products? All of this is detrimental to the environment.