Ravi Shankar - Teachers Make a Difference - Dr. Jacobs & Lisa Russ Spaar

The speaker reflects on the impact of two influential teachers in their life. In high school, Doctor Jacobs nurtured their passion for poetry, introducing them to poets like Anne Sexton and Sylvia Plath. At the University of Virginia, despite studying engineering, the speaker's passion for poetry was further developed under the guidance of Lisa Russ Spaar, whose innovative teaching methods expanded their understanding of pedagogy. The speaker expresses gratitude to both educators for their instrumental roles in their development as a poet.

How did the speaker feel about poetry in relation to their studies in engineering?

What unique exercise did Lisa Russ Spaar conduct outside of the classroom?