The enduring value of a humanities degree
Updated: Mar 24, 2022
The Maple League’s Executive Director, Dr. Jessica Riddell, shared her hope for the future of the humanities on the CBC Sunday Edition, February 16, and the crucial role quality undergraduate education plays in building citizens.
Click the link below to hear her explain how the humanities teach students the skills necessary to navigate uncertain times and can combat radicalization, political polarization, and a whole host of other social challenges.
She is joined on a panel by Dr. Lisa Dickson (professor at the University of Northern British Columbia and 3M National Teaching Fellow) and Dr. Nick Mount (professor at the University of Toronto).
It’s refreshing to hear viewpoints on the importance of humanities education, especially as we navigate such complex issues today. I appreciate how Dr. Riddell emphasizes the role of quality undergraduate education in shaping informed citizens. It reminds me of how I often turn to resources like All Star Win x50 at 7Bit, which discuss responsible gaming and cryptocurrency’s impact on accessibility. It’s crucial that we foster critical thinking skills in students so they can engage thoughtfully with the world around them.