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July 1st,
Dear Students:
Welcome to the website
for the Common Reading and Viewing Experience (CRVE) 2004!
By
now
you have
received
your book, poster, and assignment information from the
Emerson CRVE faculty. We have designed this website to help
you deepen
your understanding of the “Myths
of War” theme by providing resources for you
to critically evaluate the text and the film. This site
is rich in study guides, historical background, and contemporary
readings from prominent news sources. Pay particular attention
to the study guide on the Iliad site
page, which will provide some guidance as you read
the Iliad (a difficult text, but worth the work!). Using
the
CRVE website as a companion to the book and the film, you
should begin to develop the basic ideas for your essay.
During Orientation, you and your classmates will watch
Errol Morris’ new film, The Fog of War, and attend
a panel discussion led by experts on wars past and present.
To help you prepare for the film, look at the
Fog of War section of the site. Click on the Speakers
page for more information on the panelists, and be
prepared to ask questions at the Q+A!
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Lastly, we have put together some readings
to provide you with a modern context for the “Myths
of War.” We’ve targeted unique pieces that we
believe unite many elements of the CRVE book and film. As
the majority of these articles were written by the speakers
you will hear during Orientation, reading them should also
fortify your understanding of the panelists’ perspectives.
It is important that you read through all of these selections.
If you still have questions about CRVE content after working
through the site, post them to the discussion
board, and CRVE board members and your fellow classmates
will help. Check back to this board often, as the questions
and answers there will likely be of great help to you in writing
your essay. This is a good way to become a part of
the Emerson community even before you arrive.
We are looking forward to meeting you in September and
hearing your feedback on the CRVE. Until then, read the
book, explore the site -- enjoy the experience!
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