I love it when The New York Times validates my life choices:
In a New Generation of College Students, Many Opt for the Life Examined
“If I were to start again as an undergraduate, I would major in philosophy,” said Matthew Goldstein, the CUNY chancellor, who majored in mathematics and statistics. “I think that subject is really at the core of just about everything we do. If you study humanities or political systems or sciences in general, philosophy is really the mother ship from which all of these disciplines grow.”
David E. Schrader, executive director of the American Philosophical Association, a professional organization with 11,000 members, said that in an era in which people change careers frequently, philosophy makes sense. “It’s a major that helps them become quick learners and gives them strong skills in writing, analysis and critical thinking,” he said.
Let Computers Compute. It’s the Age of the Right Brain.
Now the master of fine arts, or M.F.A., Mr. Pink says, “is the new M.B.A.”
I sometimes wonder why there aren’t more philosophy majors — or creative writing folks — working in public relations & marketing. Guys: we’re in high demand! Get out there!
If you are a humanities geek who has joined the ranks of agency sell-outs, feel free to defend your decision by leaving a comment. I promise not to open up a can of poststructuralism on you.
The first PR flack who can name the friendly bald man to the left of this text wins the Semiotexte of their choice — or a $10 Starbucks gift card — from me.
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