I believe that perspectives and arguments are important from each person, and these are especially important in the field of History, as well as in life. Global Awareness encompasses the ability to see value in others’ perspectives and ideas, and this is my goal both in my field and my life. For Original Inquiry, I hope to soon begin participating in research in history, hopefully either exploring medieval sexual violence law and punishment, or one of several other options. Academic Enrichment involves choosing your classes and programs according to your passions, and this is what I have done. I chose my major because I am passionate about medieval history, religion, and literature, especially that of England and Scotland, which are reflected in my course choices. For Leadership Development, I hope to be a board member of the club Mappa Mundi, and to take a leadership role in the founding and developing of my Eminence Fellowship class’ service project. And finally, Service Engagement is very important to me and I hope to not only express this in my class’ service project, but also by participating in service around the Columbus and campus community, by volunteering in nursing homes and possibly helping to build wheelchair ramps for the disabled as I have done in the past.
Month: November 2017
Myths and Legends
Below I have attached an article by Simon Coupland about the modern myths surrounding Vikings. I love this article because the portrayal of medieval figures and events in the media is something that I am very passionate about, and I feel that this article gives wonderful insight into the way the modern world perceives Vikings. If the author of this article had written after the release of the Vikings TV show, I would be interested to know his take on that show’s portrayal of historical figures such as Ragnar Lothbrok and Rollo, Duke of Normandy. I think that the modern media loves to either over-romanticize the Middle Ages or portray them as completely and utterly horrible, with no in between, and thus I think that this article does a good job of grounding such a stereotypical image of a Viking in historical reality.