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International Programs Office March 2016 Academic Advising Workshop Agenda Nitin Srivastava, Academic Advisor Maximum Attempted Hours for Registration PEAC Classes – online classes and Idaho Falls section (for sponsored students) Registration Tips and Course Articulation forms (summer semester) Paperwork Request Procedures (for sponsored students) DegreeWorks and Degree Plans Shawn Bascom, SEVIS Coordinator Impact of Probation on Immigration Status Reduced Course Load (RCL) and Medical Withdrawal Readmission Petition I-901 (SEVIS) Fee Maximum attempted hours limit for registration: The total attempted credits (add/drop/withdraw) allocated depending on the academic standing The system won’t register for any course if the total number of add/drop hours exceeds the maximum attempted hours Students on Probation must see Nitin/Jesse before considering withdrawing/dropping any course Must consider this when deciding to add late 8 week classes Registration Tips: Strongly recommended to see an advisor before dropping any class Priority to D/F repeat the classes Ensure that there are no time conflicts between the courses registered PEAC classes, online classes and Idaho Falls section -- Be aware about the restrictions Degree works and Degree Plan Summer 2016 Pre-Articulation letters Time-management: Tutoring services Instructor’s Office hours Regular Attendance (Impact of getting “X” in a course) Paperwork to be processed by us Surname Name: Instructor: Time: Abortion speech outline General purpose: To persuade Specific purpose: To persuade the audience to protect themselves when they are having sex and to avoid abortion.

Paper For Above instruction

The topic of abortion remains one of the most contentious issues in societal and moral debates worldwide. This paper aims to persuade the audience of the importance of protecting oneself during sexual activity to prevent unintended pregnancies, which often lead to abortion. It emphasizes the moral, biological, and social implications of abortion, advocating for safe sex practices as a crucial step in reducing the incidence of abortion and its associated consequences.

Introduction

The discussion begins with a relatable question: have you or someone you know ever engaged in unprotected sex? This question serves as an attention grabber and relates directly to the core issue at hand—unprotected sexual activity. The speech establishes ethos by highlighting the inherent risks associated with unprotected sex, including unintended pregnancies and subsequent consideration of abortion. The central claim is boldly presented: abortion is equivalent to murder, harming innocent little babies before they even see the light of day. The introduction transition underscores the need for a pro-life perspective that emphasizes the importance of safe sexual practices to prevent the tragic consequences of unintended pregnancies and abortion.

Body

Many argue that abortion constitutes a significant social evil, with millions of unborn lives lost since its legalization in 1973. According to the Guttmacher Institute, approximately 57 million abortions have been reported in the United States since that time, illustrating the scale of the issue. From a biological standpoint, life begins at conception, which further invalidates arguments that abortion is not against a living human being. The biological argument emphasizes that the fetus is a living entity deserving of protection. Additionally, abortion is not without health risks to women—they face increased risks of Pelvic Inflammatory Disease and Post-Abortion Syndrome, which may lead to long-term health complications. These points highlight both moral and health-related harms caused by abortion, reinforcing the importance of preventing unwanted pregnancies through safe sexual practices.

The discussion then shifts to the prevalence of unintended pregnancies in the United States. Data from Bayer Healthcare survey indicates that 82 percent of young Americans are sexually active, with over half engaging in sex without contraception. This high rate of unprotected sex directly correlates with the number of unintended pregnancies and abortions. The World Health Organization (WHO) advocates for improved access to contraceptive information and counseling, emphasizing that comprehensive sexual health education can significantly reduce unintended pregnancies and thereby decrease abortion rates. The report further underscores the role of government funding in supporting programs that offer sexual health education, contraception access, and abortion information—measures that are crucial in addressing the root causes of unwanted pregnancies.

In conclusion, promoting protected sex is essential in tackling the problem of abortion. Evidence suggests that a decline in unintended pregnancies between 2008 and 2011 led to a corresponding fall in abortion rates. Therefore, comprehensive sex education, increased access to contraceptives, and public awareness campaigns are vital strategies in reducing the incidence of unintended pregnancies and the subsequent need for abortion. Ultimately, a societal shift toward responsible sexual behavior can lead to a significant reduction in the tragic loss of innocent life and promote healthier outcomes for women and families.

References

  • Guttmacher Institute. (2016). United States Abortion. Retrieved from https://guttmacher.org/fact-sheet/induced-abortion-united-states
  • World Health Organization. (2007). Unsafe Abortion: Global and Regional Estimates of the Incidence of Unsafe Abortion and Associated Mortality in 2003. Geneva: WHO. Retrieved from https://www.who.int/reproductivehealth/publications/unsafe_abortion/9789241596121/en/
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