Humanism in the modern setting.

The practice of humanism and social rhetoric has paved way for modern academia - A presupposition that humanism be the framework for a broader study of knowledge today. Initially, the role of studia humanitatis is evident as a vernacular system to educate the speaker in ‘polished expression.’ The literate and intellectual humanist may establish aristocracy and political reputation through compelling oratory. However, as an intensive study through literature, it became a concentration on life and the knowledge of man, regarding the humanities as emotional and innate manifestations of the human soul.

Today’s education ideology reflects the humanistic values through a wide study of language (literature, culture and oratory), art, music, history and philosophy. Humanism is enduring, its roots in the renaissance.  Studia humanitatis provided a structure from which education that focused on multiple facets of the human nature and intelligence, flourished.  Additionally, rhetoric proves resourceful in political bodies and influencing audiences.

James Corwin