1986 Miracle Yearbook

Student Plans Service in Politics T oday's society is increasingly complex and confusing. Technological and social change occurs so quickly that it is difficult to keep pace with the latest trends and developments, let alone understand them. The social sciences and history provide a means for understanding our culture and civilization. I chose a major in political science because of my fascination with government and politics.Some have maintained that politics is "dirty" and that no Christian ought to become involved in it. I object! It is my contention that if one understands how and why government operates,then one can contribute some- thing constructive to the political debate. The political sphere has been neglected for too long by our wing of Protestantism. My understanding of the government, political behavior, and political philosophy is brought into proper balance by the lessons of history. I honestly believe that one cannot legitimately claim to understand the present without an accurate and objective knowledge of the past. The study of history provides the necessary context needed to reach any understanding of our contemporary society and civilization. Without a second major in history, my knowledge of political science and societal change would be incomplete.