S18 The Other

Center vs. Periphery

4/25/18

Center vs. Periphery

What? It is my understanding that according to Edward Shils’ model center is the mainstream aspect of society. It is the most popular, recognized, and understood. Because of its popularity and recognition…

Center vs Periphery

What:

As I understand it, Shil’s model of Center vs Periphery is a way of categorizing the different ideals held by people in our society. An example of a center in mainstream American culture is the idea that every person should have equal rights. Someone who is close to this…

What are the Centers of Our Communities and Who is on the Periphery?

What?

Edward Shils’ model of Center vs Periphery, to me, is one of the most interesting modes of looking at society that I have studied so far in my history/humanities studies. I found…

Critical Reflection #4 Prompt: Center vs. Periphery

What?: Edward Shils’ model of Center vs. Periphery explains how society has a Center based on symbols, values, beliefs, and actions. Typically, individuals who possess authority endorse and support the Center. Also, organizations and…

Critical Reflection #4 Prompt: Center vs. Periphery

Critical Reflection 3

April 2, 2018

Dear Ta-Nehisi Coates,

I am writing to you today in regards to your book Between the World and Me. For the past week or so your book was required reading for one of my classes. The class focuses on the life of the other and…

Dear Community of Veredas, Penjamo GTO,

I am writing to you in great pain. I know that what I will say will destroy your vision of “El Norte.” I know that every time you see me return you look at me and you see a successful girl. You see me in nice shoes, new clothes, enjoying my vacation. And this is something that you see…

A Letter to My Future Students on America and the Dream

To my future students,

It is my duty as your educator to prepare you for your life ahead, and teach you about the world in conjunction with our study of history. By learning this history, you will understand…

Critical Reflection Prompt: Between the World and Me (whole book)