Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Best Of Both Worlds

I feel there is some commentary needed on the English verses Business debate and which can lead to an invigorating and more profound learning experience. When we were meeting in our group for the presentation, Justin had mentioned how the Dr. said he was from the enemy camp when he declared his major in Business. This debate seems to be quite relevant because I have heard it discussed in several classes both English and Business. The English people think Business is all about money and there is only one right answer. The Business people think English is too free form and has no merit in the real world. Although both of these views have some validity there is also an element of arrogance present. The Business people need to recognize that literature expands our minds by allowing us to view the world differently, it causes us to feel anxieties that result in feelings of curiosity which expand our consciousness. The English people need to recognize that not all of Business is about finite answers to money problems, rather there exists in Business an element of creativity in things like company structure and creating a business culture within the uniqueness of a particular field. In these ways it is evident that English and Business need each other, because whether we like it or not money is a part of this world, but English can be an escape. Where do I get off you might ask? Well, I suppose its time to reveal that I am my self a part of this, as Sexson so eloquently put it, part of the enemy camp, my minor is Business Administration. I have found that English and Business can co exist because they compliment each other, and yes we can all get along.

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