Thinking about technology and science had been very challenging for me. I didn’t have enough knowledge and interests in science. In deed, I didn’t like science fiction movie or novel in general. I prefer reading books about play and poet, or listening to music. Take this into account, I can say that I’m humanities person.
However, after I took this class, I grew my interest in science. I discovered that science and humanities are intertwined as both field have profound influence on each other.
I wrote about Oppenheimer for my research paper. His story is one of great examples to show the connection between science and humanities. He was a great humanities person, and he wanted to contribute to the world’s peace. He expressed his ambition through science and technology. I found that technology is the tool to achieve people’s greed and desire. The inventions tell what humans have pursued. It is power to control the world, nations and lives. So the idea of science, creating what humans desire is quite humanistic. People want to be their own God, a creator of the world. After I discovered this perspective, I came to enjoy learning about technology and science.
The assigned readings are very interesting. I’m glad that I was given an opportunity to learn them. I especially like Einstein’s Dream by Alan Lightman, and Frankeinstein by Mary Shelly. I was surprised to learn that science fictions were just as beautiful as other great books. Although the subject is science, language in both books is poetic and romantic. And the language conveys deep feelings and emotions. These two books really changed my perception about science. Through taking this course, I could build the bridge between humanities and science.
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