The idea of the Anthropocene is a very intriguing one. Humans have always had an impact on their environment, but since the industrial revolution, that impact has become much larger than ever before. The film Anthropocene, directed by Steve Bradshaw, introduces the idea that humans have become geological agents. We can now modify the structure of the Earth on the… Read more »
I think one of the most startling aspects of a concept such as the Anthropocene is its ability to elicit a sense of both optimism and pessimism. While reflecting on our past two weeks of class and readings, I realize that I have been consistently torn as to how to approach the topic. Recognizing the strength of Michael Maniates’s argument… Read more »
I want to start out with an apology for rushing away from lawn-class last Thursday. I had to get to work and participate in that big system that is leading to human kind’s untimely demise. Such is life. Anywho, let’s talk about systemic thinking. Admittedly, I am new to this type of thinking. In my academic and budding professional life,… Read more »
Out of the flood of information I’ve been soaking in lately pertaining to this class and our inevitable demise, the most surprising to me would have to be the idea of systems theory. As we all were sitting on the lawn a few days ago, we discussed how the popular idea of being “environmentally friendly” is making small, individualistic choices… Read more »
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