Hello everyone! For my first blog, I wanted to share a little about myself, my thoughts, and my beliefs with whoever takes the time to read this. I think a good way to start off this blog is to explain what Colloquium means to me and what I expect to get out of this class. I really have no preconceptions about this class because I just transferred to FGCU last year and honestly have not heard much about it.
I am originally from Cleveland, Ohio where it snows a lot, rains some, and the sun shines a little. Ohio is a beautiful place, but it is my personal belief that when you grow up in one town you whole life, you seem to become blind to the scenery around you. I make this comment because when I first came to Fort Myers, Florida I was in awe of the beauty. Everything was like a new experience to me. I have lived here for almost ten months now, and I still get excited when I see the white sandy beaches, tall swaying palm trees, majestic birds, and take a breath of the ocean stained fresh air.
This is what I expect the colloquium class to be like in a snap shot. It should be a “break” from the normal classes of reading, studying, and taking tests, and be a time to explore, reflect, and appreciate the environment we live in. I think colloquium will be a chance to look at economic, social, and ecological issues facing the community and nation. It will allow students to take a proactive approach in sustaining the environment, which in return sustains us.
One aspect of this class that I am excited about is the service learning hours we are required to do. Although I have not yet chosen where or what service I will perform for the community, I am hopeful that it will make a true difference for at least a few people. My thoughts can best be summarized by Buddhist Philosopher Daisaku Ikeda who said, “It is senseless to blame others or your environment for your miseries. Change begins from the moment you muster the courage to act. When you change, the environment will change. The power to change the world is found nowhere but within our own life.”
Have a good day.
Theresa
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