Solomon Davis

Student at University of Arkansas at Little Rock majoring in Philosophy & International Studies, minoring in Certificate of Professional Spanish

I am a Donaghey Scholar at the University of Arkanas at Little Rock's School of Public Affairs and Department of Philosophy & Interdisciplinary Studies. My majors are Philosophy & International Studies: Public Sector. My philosophical interests are in theories of justice in international relations. In international studies, my focus is on conflict, human rights, and peace studies in Latin America and Africa (especially transitional justice). After graduating, I plan to pursue a PhD in Political Science and continue my research in conflict, human rights, and peace studies with specialization in international relations and political theory.

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University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Solomon in the News

UA Little Rock student, Davis, gets taste of life in Morocco

The 17 University of Arkansas at Little Rock students who traveled abroad to Morocco in 2019 returned with lifelong friendships, cultural and leadership experience, and memories that will last a li...

December, 18 2019 - Verified by University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Solomon Davis receives 2019-20 Signature Experience Award

Solomon Davis, of Newport, is one of nearly 125 students selected as recipients of the 2019-20 Signature Experience Awards by the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Since 2017, the program has...

December, 18 2019 - Verified by University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Davis named to UA Little Rock spring 2019 Dean's List

Solomon Davis of Newport, AR, has been named to the Dean's List for the spring 2019 semester at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, recognizing more than 1,450 students with superior academi...

July, 16 2019 - Verified by University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Davis named to spring 2019 Chancellor's List at UA Little Rock

Solomon Davis of Newport, AR, has been named to the spring 2019 Chancellor's List at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. UA Little Rock recognizes superior academic performance at the end o...

June, 18 2019 - Verified by University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Solomon Davis announced as Research and Creative Works Expo winner at UA Little Rock

Solomon Davis, of Newport, AR, was among the University of Arkansas at Little Rock students announced as winners of the 2019 Student Research and Creative Works Expo during an awards ceremony on Ma...

June, 06 2019 - Verified by University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Davis studies effects of reparations in post-Civil War countries

A University of Arkansas at Little Rock student is conducting research on how measures to address histories of violence affect conflict-affected societies after spending the summer at a prestigious...

March, 08 2019 - Verified by University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Davis named to fall 2018 Chancellor's List at UA Little Rock

Solomon Davis of Newport, AR, has been named to the fall 2018 Chancellor's List at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. UA Little Rock recognizes superior academic performance at the end of ...

January, 30 2019 - Verified by University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Solomon Davis enrolls at UA Little Rock for Fall 2018 Semester

Solomon Davis of Newport, AR, has enrolled at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock for the fall 2018 semester. UA Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible...

October, 16 2018 - Verified by University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Davis named to spring 2018 Chancellor's List at UA Little Rock

Solomon Davis of Newport, AR, has been named to the spring 2018 Chancellor's List at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. UA Little Rock recognizes superior academic performance at the end o...

July, 31 2018 - Verified by University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Solomon Davis enrolls at UA Little Rock for Spring 2018 Semester

Solomon Davis of Newport, AR, was among more than 11,000 students to enroll in the University of Arkansas at Little Rock for the spring 2018 semester. UA Little Rock is a metropolitan research uni...

March, 08 2018 - Verified by University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Solomon Davis named to UA Little Rock spring 2017 dean's list

Solomon Davis was named to the University of Arkansas at Little Rock dean's list for the spring 2017 semester. Students who have had superior academic performance in a semester are recognized when...

May, 30 2017 - Verified by University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Solomon Davis enrolls for the spring 2017 semester

University of Arkansas at Little Rock is pleased to announce Solomon Davis is enrolled for the spring 2017 semester.

February, 22 2017 - Verified by University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Achievements Added by Solomon

Solomon Davis was recognized for earning an academic award

Oracle Award for Exceptional Philosophical Argumentation

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Activities

AAMI, Brothers Keeper, UPC

Mentors help oversee peer success. They participate in numerous leadership training, work with staff to create interactive, education opportunities and experiences for UA Little Rock students, remind students and help reinforce good study habits, time management skills, and knowledge about campus resources.

Fall 2018 - University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Phi Sigma Tau

Phi Sigma Tau is the International Honor Society for Philosophy. It recognizes and awards distinction to students who display great interest and achieve scholarship in philosophy, promote student interest in research and advanced study in philosophy, and provides opportunities for the publication of student research papers of merit. Further, it encourages and facilitates the professional spirit and friendship between exceptional students of philosophy and aims to popularize interest in philosophy among the general collegiate public.

Spring 2017 - Spring 2018 - University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Pre-Law Society

Fall 2016 - Spring 2018 - University of Arkansas at Little Rock

UALR Ethics Bowl Team

Fall 2016 - University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Work Experience

Tutor, Trio Student Support Services at Sherwin Williams Company

I prepared lesson plans to meet goals identified in students' individualized study plans. I also use immersion practices to facilitate learning for the students. The courses I tutor for are anything related to Philosophy and International Studies. Below, I have provided a comprehensive list of the courses I may be called on to tutor for.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Composition I, II; Elementary Spanish I, II; Intermediate Spanish I, II; Writing for Spanish, Translation Studies, & Spanish Conversation & Presentation; U.S. Latino Literature

PHILOSOPHY: Intro to Critical Thinking, Intro to Philosophy, Ethics & Society, Philosophy of Law, Philosophy & the Arts, Modern Philosophy, Kant & 19th Century Philosophy, Religion, Gender, & Affect

INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (w/ emphasis on Peace Studies & Human Rights): Peacebuilding and Post-Conflict Reconstruction, The World Since 1945, Africa in World History, Intro to International Studies, Political Parties, U.S. Latino Literature, Intercultural Communication, Model Arab League/ Middle Eastern Diplomacy, Comparative Western Government, European Union Law & Politics, International Relations, European Welfare State

February 2019 - Present

Research & Programming Consultant at The Confess Project

I provide advice on implementing mental health awareness campaigns through social media and in majority African American neighborhoods. This work combats stigmatization of the discussion about minority mens' mental health. Also conducts research on mental health in Southern and Midwestern states. I also carry out research projects on behalf of the organization's research unit. This position requires several key abilities: research, strong writing, effective public speaking, critical thinking, and strong intercultural communcation skills.
https://www.theconfessproject.com/our-staff-1.

January 2019 - Present

Legal Assistant Intern, James, Carter, & Priebe Law at Sherwin Williams Company

Interned as a legal assistant for a personal injury law firm. Handled sensitive client documents, attended hearings, mediations, and depositions. Wrote motions for courts, communicated with clients and attorneys.

August 2017 - March 2018

Projects + Publications

"A Time to Die: Moral Considerations of Dutch Euthanasia Policy"

A law passed in the Netherlands allows patients to request euthanasia or assisted suicide if three requirements are met. However, this law has sparked recent controversy because it allowed a man who experienced severe alcoholism to be euthanized. This essay explores the moral-legal issues that arise from this situation and how those concerns should be weighed for effective policy. I argue that it is ethically permissible and therefore should be legal for patients to have access to euthanasia or assisted suicide if the patients meet the requirements of having requests that are voluntary, well-considered and can demonstrate that there is no prospect of improvement.

October 2019 - Publications

“The Viable Alternative: Conflict, Human Rights, and Immigration Policy toward Latin America”

The movement of people from Latin American countries are not just people migrating north because they want to enter the country illegally. Rather, international criminal organizations, domestic terrorism, abject poverty and the lack of enjoyment of basic human freedoms are major factors leading to this phenomenon. Children have shown up to our borders alone. Mothers and fathers have sent their children through the wilderness to reach a place that would be more safe for their children than remaining home. At any given time during these seven years, humans have been warehoused like tools or caged like animals (Committee on Foreign Affairs 2014). In light of these facts, I outline here why the best plan forward is an immigration policy that favors an open border, humanitarian aid in the form of food and clothing, and strong strides toward peacekeeping missions backed by the United States as the principal elements of a long-term solution to Latin American Immigration challenges.

Classwork

"Administering Transitional Justice in Colombia: Land Restitution for Victims of Colombian Conflict"

With the increasing number of intrastate conflicts occurring across the globe, much scholarship has been done suggesting best practices for civil conflict management and the reconstruction of peace. In particular, the field of transitional justice has attempted to answer how we should re-establish law and order in conflict-affected societies. “Transitional Justice,” in the words of Meertens and Zambrano, “represents a set of measures designed to restore peace, rectify past injustices and transform, to the extent possible, the root causes of armed conflict” (Meertens and Zambrano 189). Colombia, as an example of a conflict-affected society, has confronted transitional justice challenges while having to reconstruct a legal system that meets the needs of its citizens. One measure Colombia has taken to reconstruct law and order is by adopting the 2011 Law for Victims and Land Restitution. The situation in Colombia as one that confronts issues of transitional justice raises two essential philosophical questions: What is the purpose of law and does the Law for Victims and Land Restitution fulfill that purpose?

Classwork

"Addressing Conflict in Mali: Political, Humanitarian, and Security Problems"

Since Mali’s independence in 1960, Mali has had four significant rebellions. These rebellions have left Mali in perpetual political, humanitarian, and social conflict. The most recent conflict occurred in 2012 and continues today as the international community works to combat the many issues hindering Mali from achieving sustainable peace. The fact that foreign intervention is needed and that there have been numerous uprisings raises four critical questions. The first question asks why intrastate conflict has persisted in Mali. The second question asks what the challenges to building a durable peace in Mali are? The third question asks what has been done to address the problems in Mali and how effective have they been? The final question asks to what extent have recent efforts to resolve the crisis changed the platform for peacebuilding in Mali? This research is an attempt to answer each of these questions. First, I present an overview of the history of conflict in Mali and how it connects to causal factors of the most recent continuation of conflict. Second, I expound on the most significant challenges to peacebuilding in Mali, which are creating a legitimate government and gaining control of the security crisis. I also explain and evaluate the success of policies that have been designed to address these issues. Finally, I reflect on the prospect of sustainable peace for Mali and explain why durable peace is unlikely in Mali.

Publications

"Can We Lock Away Violence? The Reinforcement of Violence in Society through the Social Contract"

John Locke’s Second Treatise of Government suggests that the relationship between violence and society is that government, as the ruling figure of a society, takes control over violence and manipulates it on behalf of its society members to keep them from the violence in which the conditions of the state of nature allow humanity to find themselves entrenched. However, the premises of Locke’s own argument and the evidence to which we can apply Locke’s theory of violence and society push us to conclude that Locke’s argument is, if not on the whole, nearly antithetical in his major claims about the relationship under consideration. The theory advances antithetically on Locke’s conception of the state of nature and how it functions as well as on the logic that legitimates thievery while claiming to disagree with it. Further, I find that society performs no aid to resolving the problems found in the state of nature.

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