Classes of 2010-2018

I was fortunate enough to take the Winter Term course Love, Friendship and Imagination in January 2014 with Dr. Elie Wiesel. That month was one of the most memorable and meaningful in my life. I still remember the excitement of the first day of class…

Elie Wiesel and Carolyn Johnston fundamentally shaped the way I see myself in the world. They worked tirelessly to broaden my perspectives and those of my classmates. Together they shared the magical ability to create a sanctuary of love and learning for young people in…

I’ll never forget the awe I felt when I first met Dr. Wiesel in the beginning of Winter Term and the contrast between his soft voice and powerful words. But also, his humanity. Elie Wiesel taught me to ask myself, “Is it meaningful?”—whenever I face…

The Hope He Gave   If ever there was a modern warrior for peace, for light and for love, it was Dr. Elie Wiesel. With his gentle voice, he not only educated the world, he compelled his students and friends alike to “think higher and feel…

I’m so blessed to have been able to study the topic of Metamorphoses with Dr. Wiesel. Reading Kafka, Camus and even his own works will always be among my favorite memories. In speaking with Dr. Wiesel personally, he was kind to ask me about myself…

When I think back on the several weeks I shared a classroom with Elie Wiesel, I remember his stories. How in a boat on the way to Brazil he began drafting what became Night. How Primo Levi called him on the phone soon before committing…

My Time With Professor Wiesel I don’t remember what I expected from Professor Elie Wiesel’s class. I imagine I expected to discuss the horrors of the Holocaust, injustice and dignity and to leave the course with a deeper understanding of the Israel and Palestinian conflict.…

I recall Dr. Wiesel saying a few times that when he finally did arrive to meet God, he would have only this to ask of him: “Mr. God, … why?” I assume that now Mr. God is preparing for a long interview, and I can…

Dear Dr. Wiesel, You may or may not remember me, but I was in your class two years ago . I’ve been meaning to write a letter asking you what I wish I had asked in our one-on-one conversation. You see, I had very little…

Being a Ford Scholar, taking that Native American History course and also the course with Elie Wiesel were three major highlights of my academic career at Eckerd, and all three were under Professor Carolyn Johnston’s guidance. A lot of fond memories! —Erik Brydges ’14