Rooted in a long intellectual tradition, disciplines such as literature, history, and philosophy teach students how to analyze complexity, communicate persuasively, and wrestle with difficult ethical questions—skills that remain essential in any profession or community.
Every new year, people set resolutions with the intent of kicking a bad habit or making a commitment that will benefit them in the long run. People make promises to exercise more, to save money, or to finally tackle long-delayed goals. Unfortunately, most of these resolutions fizzle out by the following month.