William Cronan
FYS 117
Professor Kussmaul
Cronon Essay When William Cronon thinks of a liberal education, he focuses in on the idea of striving for freedom and growth in learning. Students should be given the opportunity to explore an array of studies and take the path that best suits their interests. “Liberal education is built on these values: it aspires to nurture the growth of human talent in the service of human freedom.” These words depict a culture of allowing a group of young individuals to unveil and fulfill their particular skills and talents. Through a communal effort it can be possible for students to willingly discover their purpose in life in a liberal education. I cannot wait to begin studying a variety of subjects in order to ultimately find my niche at Muhlenberg. It is evident from the article that a liberal arts education will provide me with the necessary tools to succeed not only in college but in life as well. Cronon speaks of a liberal education “not as something an of us achieve but rather as a way of educating ourselves without any illusion that our educations will ever be complete.” It teaches us to not only learn from our professors in the classroom but also to learn from the world around us. A liberally educated person compiles what they have learned and utilizes it in everyday life situations. The mindset of constantly striving to learn new material goes well beyond the classroom. He professes in depth about how according to him, “education for human freedom is also education for human community.” Through learning comes a special, shared connection with other people. Our ability to learn in a common capacity allows us to corroborate each other’s findings. The freedom to learn in such a manner as to make an impact in the world for the benefit of others is what an education for a greater community is all about.
Professor Kussmaul
Cronon Essay When William Cronon thinks of a liberal education, he focuses in on the idea of striving for freedom and growth in learning. Students should be given the opportunity to explore an array of studies and take the path that best suits their interests. “Liberal education is built on these values: it aspires to nurture the growth of human talent in the service of human freedom.” These words depict a culture of allowing a group of young individuals to unveil and fulfill their particular skills and talents. Through a communal effort it can be possible for students to willingly discover their purpose in life in a liberal education. I cannot wait to begin studying a variety of subjects in order to ultimately find my niche at Muhlenberg. It is evident from the article that a liberal arts education will provide me with the necessary tools to succeed not only in college but in life as well. Cronon speaks of a liberal education “not as something an of us achieve but rather as a way of educating ourselves without any illusion that our educations will ever be complete.” It teaches us to not only learn from our professors in the classroom but also to learn from the world around us. A liberally educated person compiles what they have learned and utilizes it in everyday life situations. The mindset of constantly striving to learn new material goes well beyond the classroom. He professes in depth about how according to him, “education for human freedom is also education for human community.” Through learning comes a special, shared connection with other people. Our ability to learn in a common capacity allows us to corroborate each other’s findings. The freedom to learn in such a manner as to make an impact in the world for the benefit of others is what an education for a greater community is all about.