See, this stuff is INTERESTING, and really pretty cool! I am worn out with how all the diversity courses at this school focus on the negative aspects rather than the positive ones. *sigh* Not that we shouldn't be made aware that different peoples face problems that we, in our privileged position, don't fully understand...I am totes behind that!...but, like, can't we learn about how living history affects worldview and the incredible works of art and scientific achievements from these cultures? Can't we learn why drums are important and what different symbols represent? Can't we see examples of beautiful jewelry and listen to music and read (or better yet, have recited to us) the stories?
Bleh. And now I'm lecturing you, and you didn't even ask for it. Sorry!
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Date: 2009-07-26 08:22 pm (UTC)Bleh. And now I'm lecturing you, and you didn't even ask for it. Sorry!