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1. I think that both Dr. Rankin and John Henry Cardinal Newman believe that a variety of education is very important and can bring much need richness to each person’s life. Dr. Rankin talked about how there is huge diversity in various disciplines, and going to college exposes us to a variety of education. He believed that this is much better than a vocational education, where you focus on learning only what is needed for your career. Newman discusses “useful” knowledge and “liberal” knowledge. Useful knowledge refers to the practical and useful things learned for our major. For example, a person studying to become a doctor will have to memorize all of the parts of the body. Liberal knowledge refers to education that is freeing, that allows us to explore beyond memorization. It is the education that allows us to think critically and broadly from multiple perspectives. Newman believes that this is the knowledge that is most desirable, though useful knowledge is also important. Before college, I didn’t see the point in taking basic classes my first year of college. I wanted to start the classes for my major because I felt they were the only ones that were important. But after this semester, I agree with Newman and Dr. Rankin. I have really enjoyed my classes this semester, and appreciate the knowledge I have gained from each class. I believe that because of these classes that help me to think critically (not just memorizing), my education is much more well-rounded.

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