Friday, May 22, 1998
Speaksout
Can we all just get along? Maybe, but then maybe not. The
increasing heterogeneity of American society is a subject that can
hardly be ignored. To some, multiculturalism is the tapestry that
unites us all. To others it will lead to the balkanization of
America. What do you think? Read what others think. Enjoy!
"I think there should definitely be a prerequisite. However, the
classes need to be taught in a way that would touch all audiences.
For example, the women’s studies classes should show both the male
and female perspective on women in society, hence, relating to all
genders and cultures on our campus."
Chantelle Cappa
"I don’t think that it would be a bad idea, but I think that we
have so many GEs as it is, that you would have to take some out to
fit those classes in."
Lindsay Culp
"I think it’s horrible because I think you should be able to
study what you want to study."
Jeronimo Johnson
"I don’t think that it should be a GE requirement, but it’s good
to have a background and learn about other cultures. I think
everyone should learn about other cultures and expand their
horizons, but it should be left up to them."
Omar Kahn
"I think they should make it a requirement because, with a
women’s studies class for example, it would give guys a good
perspective on what women have gone through and how far they have
come and how much further they have to go."
Laura Rankin
"I think it would be an interesting way to enforce
cultural diversity and awareness on campus."
Briana Seabron