The modern picture of a university is very different from that of the original universities in Greece. While change and progress are extremely important, the idea of what used to be the hub of education is still a really great one for me.
I know my picture probably isn't historically accurate but here's what I see in my mind when I think of the original universities.
Picture a large amphitheater, possibly with some sort of roof [ok, that's a contradiction but just roll with it] and on the stage we have a well respected, successful man. This man is to raise a question and then govern proceedings. The seats are filled with all kinds of people, men and women from all kinds of different backgrounds, social standings and financial situations.
The man raises a question, and everyone goes quite in order to hear, then someone stands up to state his or her opinion, and again people listen, as people feel prompted they stand and raise their own opinion and discuss them with the others.
For me, this is what university should be. People just free to discuss anything at length, and in detail, without fear of rejection. Everyone respects each other regardless of age, gender, race or social standing. That's what I would love to do.
I suppose if I could do anything in the world, it would be to be a professional thinker. To sit and discuss and debate opinions and ideals with anyone and everyone would be the most amazing thing in the world.
I suppose for me I don't mind being wrong, but I want to be right. So if you can convince me of anything I am happy to change as long as at the end of the day I'm right. That's what's important to me.
It may only be me that has these 'historic' day dreams, but what do you dream about? Is there something you love but just don't have the courage to tell anyone about? Maybe you should...
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