• The Value of Failing in a Liberal Arts Education

  • May 13 2024
  • Length: 56 mins
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The Value of Failing in a Liberal Arts Education

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  • Hosts: Scot Loyd and Jakob Barnard In this episode of "Jimmie Office Hour," hosts Scot Loyd and Jakob Barnard explore the crucial role of failure in education, particularly within the liberal arts framework. The discussion opens with reflections on the demanding end of the academic year, setting the stage for a broader conversation about the inherent challenges and opportunities presented by liberal arts education. Key Discussions: The Opportunity to Fail: The hosts discuss how liberal arts institutions like the University of Jamestown provide a safe space for students to fail and learn from their mistakes, which is vital for personal and academic growth. They emphasize that failure is a natural part of life and an essential component of learning. Real-World Applications: Jakob Barnard shares his journey through various academic disciplines and how his failures and explorations helped shape his career path, including a stint at Microsoft and eventually teaching. His narra
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