Feedback on Skill Building Industry C ‘Mash-up’ Interviews
After watching each of the weekly interviews and then this ‘mash-up’ of interviews, I am always struck by how strongly all of the industry experts interviewed as a part of the ANCH3570 course, have emphasised the adaptability, curiosity, and independent thinking of Ancient History graduates.
I too have relied heavily on each of these qualities over the years as I have developed and professionally matured as a legal practitioner. I really liked how Elizabeth Alvey spoke of the Ancient History graduates’ ‘learning agility’ as a key point of difference in today’s highly dynamic environment. Alvey’s emphasis on how the ability to quickly acquire new skills and make sense of the unfamiliar really resonated with me. In law, that same agility and dynamism have allowed me to be nimble as I navigate changing legislation in energy law and regulation, all while being proactive in helping clients respond to complex problems.
I also liked how Dr Fiona Tweedle put forward the notion that students of Ancient History are essentially creative, self-motivated and intellectually adventurous – unafraid of ambiguity or taking an unconventional path. Her insight made me think about how studying Latin awakened a more imaginative and analytical part of myself.
So, I near the completion of my Diploma in Arts I am grateful for the skills I have gained from studying both Latin and Ancient History subjects and I look forward to using them both consciously and subconsciously in both my professional and personal life moving forward.