SPC2608-2265-7605 Changemaker Presentation Blog

 During the Changemakers presentation, I really liked seeing how everyone’s presentations came together. The groups covered the time since America was founded, and it was pretty fascinating to see how every era was different, as well as the people who impacted them. Many of the presenters chose super impactful people, as well as highlighting them in different ways. Because of how different everyone’s approach was, I learned so many new things about people who were either recognizable or should be recognized more. This changemakers presentation was an amazing opportunity to learn, admire, and engage with different people all throughout history. 

For the first presentation, Group 4 covered the constitutional changemakers, who are responsible for being constitutional authors and activists. This presentation was definitely the most aesthetically pleasing, as I liked the way it was organized the most. Most of the speakers appeared knowledgeable, which means it was a well-researched presentation as well. This group covered people like Jonh Locke, Benjamin Franklin, and George Washington. Their creativity through visual media made me engage with their presentation in many ways, and I learned about some more unrecognized figures as well such as Abigail Adams and Crispus Attucks. Their presentation was extremely important since they highlighted the figures who our countries foundations are to thank for.  For the first presentation, I believe it was an incredible start to the rest that would come. 

Many of these figures were responsible for authoring the constitution and making political impacts that would contribute towards our country’s constitution. Women such as Abigail Adams and Mary Wollenstoneworth are responsible for promoting female equality at a time where women wouldn’t have rights for a century and a half. Many constitution authors looked to philosophers like John Locke to write such an important document like the constitution, who were written and followed by figures in government like George Washington and James Madison. 

Next, the presentation that followed was Group 3’s presentation on the 1800s. This presentation was illustrated in a beautiful way as well, and marked a lot of people’s contributions to the industrial age of our country. Most speakers had a strong balance of information and audience engagement, which made it especially easy to listen to. Their delivery was extremely natural, making it easy to learn since the information was clearly communicated. They covered figures like Charles Darwin, Dorothea Dix, and Susan B Anthony, who were extremely influential scientifically and politcally. These figures thrusted the future forward with much hope. Many speakers spoke with strong purpose which made their figures all the more highlighted. The most memorable fact about their presentation is how they included how their change impacted our college as well, which made their speeches all the more impactful. 

Since the 1800s is known as the industrial age, this era was full of many structural changes in infrastructure, law, and technology. Many of the changemakers highlighted in the presentation transformed human society. They advocated for the rights of disadvantaged groups all over the country and fought for their consideration in the law. Figures like Susan B Anthony, Harriet Tubman, and Nat Turner were considered activtists who thrusted forward a new age of compassion for these underprivileged groups, such as people of color and women. These changemakers are the primary reason many activists continue to fight for change in our country today. 

Continuing forward, Group 2 was responsible for covering the 1900s. The most memorable part of this presentation was it’s theme, which was celebrities. The speakers were clearly enthusiastic to present since many of their changemakers have had more recent impacts and are recognizable. Speakers spoke about figures like Martin Luther King, Hedy Lamarr, and Michael Jackson. Many of these figures aren’t only well-known for their films, music, and looks but for their humanitarian efforts. Changemakers like Aubrey Hepburn and Princess Diana were extremely compassionate and graceful people who extended themselves to people who were less fortunate. 

I was very entertained throughout the presentation listening to the speakers talk about figures who are still beloved to this day. Not only did these changemakers contribute to our society, but they changed society completely. This era is responsible for the beginning of celebrity culture, a culture where people would display such strong love for the celebrities who had strong love for others as well. Their principles would be held by the people who admired them, which thrusted forward the idea of love and compassion for others. 

Finally, Group 1’s presentation covered the current century. Many of these figures are recognizable since they are currently shifting our society and culture by many measures. The speakers decided to highlight figures such as Malala, Barack Obama, and Jeff Bezos. Their presentation was organized verly clearly which was refreshing. I liked how the changemakers they chose made waves in different sectors such as business, politics, and even sports. They shifted and advanced the limits to these industries, breaking records set by the many figures before them. Since this is our current century, the changes they have made are still felt and many of these figures are very admired. I can’t speak for many others but I grew up admiring Barack Obama and Oprah Winfrey, who were faces you saw alongside strides of change many times. 

The development of the United States is a complex story of growth, innovation, conflict, and social change. Founded after the American Revolution, the nation was built on principles of liberty, democracy, and self-government by the figures such as our constitution authors. During the nineteenth century, the United States expanded westward, increasing its territory and economic opportunities. However, this growth is due to the figures that fought for the rights of under-privelleged people in our country. Industrialization transformed the country into a major economic power and improved the quality of life by people everywhere thanks to social movements. Today, the United States remains one of the world's most influential countries and we’re reminded why thanks to our presentations remarking on some of the most influential people in the world.