Bravo Lyn! What a resonant piece to process through our days. Thank you for offering a platform to talk about these Ivy League institutions. I find they have mastered the fine art of educating OUT empathy. They turn out graduates with a laser focus on short-term, siloed greed, while conveniently forgetting that the most crucial economic equation isn't about filling their coffers; it's about solving for species survival.
Let’s take a look at their hallowed economics departments, you'll find Smith and Keynesian theories aplenty, but what about Kate Raworth’s concepts in Doughnut Economics, which take into account the ecological and social limits of our planet and the well-being of its inhabitants? Given our current situation it seems a curious omission to the syllabus.
Our educational system and the institutions molding the next generation of leaders seem tailored to excel in a world built on scarcity, but here's the rub: we're living in a time of skewed, bipolar abundance. It's high time we reevaluate our priorities and educate our future leaders to tackle the challenges of our era – climate crisis, inequality, and a world that demands more than just profits.
Let's not forget that the true measure of success lies in our collective survival, not just filling the pockets of a select few. So, Harvard, and institutions alike, it's time to rewrite the syllabus and refocus on what truly matters – the long-term well-being of our planet and every species upon it.
1, 3, and 4 are especially hitting my heart. Thanks for sharing these so eloquently.
So many stories...thank you for being here with me!
Bravo Lyn! What a resonant piece to process through our days. Thank you for offering a platform to talk about these Ivy League institutions. I find they have mastered the fine art of educating OUT empathy. They turn out graduates with a laser focus on short-term, siloed greed, while conveniently forgetting that the most crucial economic equation isn't about filling their coffers; it's about solving for species survival.
Let’s take a look at their hallowed economics departments, you'll find Smith and Keynesian theories aplenty, but what about Kate Raworth’s concepts in Doughnut Economics, which take into account the ecological and social limits of our planet and the well-being of its inhabitants? Given our current situation it seems a curious omission to the syllabus.
Our educational system and the institutions molding the next generation of leaders seem tailored to excel in a world built on scarcity, but here's the rub: we're living in a time of skewed, bipolar abundance. It's high time we reevaluate our priorities and educate our future leaders to tackle the challenges of our era – climate crisis, inequality, and a world that demands more than just profits.
Let's not forget that the true measure of success lies in our collective survival, not just filling the pockets of a select few. So, Harvard, and institutions alike, it's time to rewrite the syllabus and refocus on what truly matters – the long-term well-being of our planet and every species upon it.
Thank you, Celina. So happy you’re here with me!