The Liberal Arts are the subject of a major debate between scholars, politicians, and even students from all around the world. Some people believe that a LIberal Arts education is necessary in order for a person to be successful in their careers and helpful in their communities. Others argue that students instead need to focus on improving their skills in their chosen career field so they can have more opportunities to them. However, one side of the argument that is generally overlooked is the idea that students can actually do both. Students can, and should, take the opportunity to explore both the Liberal Arts and their chosen fields of study. David Foster Wallace, in “Kenyon Commencement Speech,” focuses on the ideas of thought and reality,