Overview of the Class

Comprehensively, I found this class helpful in reminding me to think twice about my actions. Throughout class we've discussed whether or not we found it important to incorporate philosophy classes into curriculum, whether it be in high school or college. Personally, I find classes such as this helpful in expanding "thinking" skills. Not often are students given the chance to sit and ponder and discuss issues that are not relevant to our degrees or future jobs. In conclusion, I believe classes such as this are definitely crucial in helping students to gain a well-rounded education.

Question for Paul

Paul, I really liked the fact that you brought in an outside source, "Night" into your paper topic. I did have a question regarding your topic though. In what way do you plan on incorporating "Night" into your paper? Are you going to use just as an example of what can happen, such as the boy stealing bread from his own father? Just curious on your plan. Great job overall!

Comments for Nicole

Nicole, I think you did an excellent job portraying your material for your paper. Besides the content, your graphics on your PowerPoint definitely captured the audience's attention. I also liked how you separated your central themes into 3 separate sections so that it was very straightforward what you would be talking about in your paper. Overall, great job!

Question for Matt

First off, I enjoyed your presentation on Wednesday. In American society, there are extreme arguments that exist on gun control and other such areas. I liked how you sort of touched upon those areas to make Arendt's work relevant to what we are living in today. I do have question though. Do you think other such areas exist to find information besides Fox News of MSNBC? Do you think there are other credible sources besides these two that we need to choose between? Just curious on your thoughts. Great job!

Question for Sarah

Sarah, I loved your presentation on Wednesday. Especially the fact that you brought in a Catholic/Christian perspective when it came to schools and education. However, I did have a question for you. When it comes to organized religion, do you personally agree with this notion? Or are you going to take a stance in your paper on whether or not you agree with organized religion? Just curious! Overall, great presentation.

Comments for Bill*

I really enjoyed your insight as a parent. It really made me understand how difficult it is to do things such as answer questions that kids have. Kids are complex beings and their constantly wondering why everything is the way it is and why people act the way they do. And honestly, I don't even know the answers to these questions! (This wasn't just your final presentation, but through the whole class)

Sorry, wrong name on here before!

If Arendt Was Still Here

I sit and think to myself, Arendt has so many wonderful ideas in so many areas. Then I sit and wonder what she would think about the evil in today's world. What would she think about the bombings, cyber-bullying, any of the evils? What would she think about today's education system? About No Child Left Behind? I wish someone who was anything like Arendt would come forward and do the same line of work. Better yet, I would love to have Arendt as an instructor for a class.