The existence of quantum mechanics should serve as proof to us that many things can exist at once. Meanwhile, the human experience shows that many things can exist at once even if you, or others, don’t think it can or should.
Liberal arts projects in non-US contexts have existed since the 20th century. The 2006 joint venture between Sorbonne University, Université Paris Cité and the Government of Abu Dhabi has more than a decade of existence despite handling multiple affiliations and operating in an authoritative context. These two and countless other examples indicate transnational liberal arts programs are feasible, but what catalyzed such an unfortunate end for the Singaporean joint venture, and what can others learn from it?
There is something so precious about the community we have here, to know that there’s a pocket of people who support and understand you, even if you are not at the point where you can be out.
These days, I think a lot about privilege, and what it means to use it for good.
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