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Originally Posted by flamesfever
I think these days many overemphasize the use of science to solve all of our problems. I think we should be cautious in disregarding the various lessons learned from the past.
I recall back in the 50's Universities recognized the schism developing between those involved in science and those in the humanities. As a result, many of the science types were required to take courses in the humanities. This was done to round our their education.
Can you imagine a world run by engineers?
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That’s funny. My concern is more the opposite. I was shocked to find out this week that co-workers of mine who have MA’s don’t understand why we have seasons. I had to explain to them axial tilt and the absorption of solar radiation. Numeric and basic science ignorance is a widespread problem in my Professional Engineering opinion. Scientists/Engineers, medical professionals, and other applied scientists not knowing every poem ever written or why some abstract painting is worth $80MM is less of a concern in my opinion.
Oh, and I dated a very attractive creationist in university. She ultimately broke-up with me because of my belief in science versus her 6000 year-old earth beliefs.