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In the first week of class, we learned about the two cultures, of science and arts, and how it is important to use both fields that are considered opposites (Vesna). This week, walking through campus again, I could not help but think about the sculptures and how art is so intertwined with math and science.  Art and math, though different perspectives, both show an appreciation of art in some way. Mathematicians and artists often are amazed by the same sculptures and pieces of art through different lenses (Du Sautoy). Walking on the bridge from the film building to the sculpture garden, I encountered sculptures that reminded me of how film needs math for shooting, speeds for cameras, camera angles, even make up. The sculpture garden makes me think of how this intertwines with biology and nature, as well as it being a great place to relax and take care of our mental health. Fig. 1: Sculptures near the film building when walking by Fig. 2: Picture of the sculpture garden I took When w...

  I have done the 24-hour unplug challenge during my freshman year of high school, around eight years ago. The 24-hour unplug challenge is a challenge where individuals do not use their screens and technology and intentionally do offline activities, whether it be in-person or a real life gathering (“Global Day of Unplugging”). This is especially useful in our modern day, because of the advancement in technology, as technology is advancing faster than ever (Roser). Fig. 1: A long-term timeline of technology In Jung’s “The Spiritual Problem of the Modern Man”, he claims that the modern man needs to look within his spiritual self to find the answers for their problems (Jung). This is especially true in our modern day. During this 24-hour unplug, I realized how much we rely on technology, and how I sometimes may unintentionally use Tiktok to numb my feelings, whether it be sadness, boredom, or tiredness to help me stay awake. Instead, I should be looking within myself and having though...