Journal Entry #1
Following class today I had a walk home of a little over a mile. As I left Sadler hall, crossed University drive, and continued through east campus, I challenged myself to examine the flora of TCU which I have grown too used to to notice. Along the walkways and paths that weave through the library, Neeley, and the science building are various species of trees, shrubs, grasses, and flowers. Each seems to be thoughtfully placed in their specific area to create a feeling of luxury and serenity as you walk through campus. It is beautiful, but as I was walking I questioned if this is really “nature”. I couldn’t help but feel that these lovely paths are more of an intentionally curated experience than they are the way Fort Worth looked before we got here. I still ponder whether this excludes the plants and animals of TCU from what we consider to be nature. I passed the new construction project churning away with dozens of workers and 4 cranes overhead; a new experience bei...