Premonstratensian

The Rule of St. Augustine Applied to Dorm Living The dorms of St. Norbert College mirror the dynamics and interaction found in a small community. Many bonds are forged in the lower classmen housing and these often times harbor everlasting friendships that stand the test of time. However, this is not always the case. Especially in freshmen housing, many quarrels arise between residents as well as RAs. In attempt to steer away from such hazards, I am in search of a plan of action that would build and improve the community in the dorms. Some of the problems that currently exist are resistants not obeying their resistant assistance, jealousy, and conflict between roommates. The Rule of Saint Augustine is a tool people can use to address these issues. Thus, I will use this tool to argue that everything should be distributed based on need, that all quarrels should be avoided and put an end to as soon as possible, and that the superior figure should be obeyed with respect. The Rule of Saint Augustine, was a document written in 397 by Saint Augustine himself. The rule is the oldest rule in the Western Church. In the document, Saint Augustine summarizes the norms and goals he developed while living in a religious community. The book is divided into eight short chapters that outline what life should be like for those living in a religious community and how they should go about their religious quotidian life. This rule is still employed today by a few of the different catholic orders…