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September 07, 2005

Aquarium field trip thoughts

I just had a few thoughts on today's trip:

1) AWESOME!!! I am so excited about this project. Museum exhibit design is something I have been interested since applying to this program, and I am so happy to get the opportunity to try out something that will actually be seen by the public.

2) I like Jerry Schubel's suggestion of a display that would convey the codependence of humans on the marine ecosystem and our power and responsability over it. It seems like a neat way to do that would be to incorporate a small kiosk or display into the end of each major exhibit, relaying information directly related to the animals that the audience just interacted with. Then towards the exit there could be a culmination of all the displays.

3) One thing that really bothers me with any plea for community service is its scale. Sure I'm against polluting the ocean and destroying the rain forests, but I have no idea how I could have an impact on those activities, much less how a child could have an impact on them. I agree with Mr. Schubel that it is vital to have extensive scientific research backing up any factual claims we make, but I also think it is crucial to provide the audience with appealling, reasonable actions that they can take to stay aware and combat these issues.

Posted by rosenblj at September 7, 2005 12:12 AM

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Thanks Jess. The scale thing also extends to us: what can we realistically do this semester, and possibly beyond?

Posted by: Michael Naimark [TypeKey Profile Page] at September 7, 2005 12:14 PM

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