I went to a liberal arts college, and as part of my background, I was majoring in mathematics and physics. Download Download Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Rotate quotes art background college
The cognitive skills prized by the American educational establishment and measured by achievement tests are only part of what is required for success in life. Character skills are equally important determinants of wages, education, health and many other significant aspects of flourishing lives. James Heckman achievementamericanaspect share on social
For a variety of reasons, I have always felt myself an outsider. I don't know how to classify myself in economics. I am a loner. I do not like groupthink, which, if anything, has become more important in economics. In addition, a lot of the values I hold are not the mainstream values in the profession. James Heckman additionclassifyeconomics share on social
Religion gives you a sense of certainty. It makes you feel that you have the right answers to really big questions and that you've grasped the truth. James Heckman answerbigcertainty Change image and share on social
Having a Congress with a more diverse educational and professional background would serve the country well. And given the budget challenges facing America today, we might benefit from a few more cold, calculating problem solvers, and fewer courtroom impresarios. John Sununu americabackgroundbenefit share on social
What I look for when I see a piece of art for the first time is some kind of emotional, intellectual experience, that's a combination of both of those things and is informed by my knowledge and something new that I see the artist doing. Cheech Marin artartistcombination share on social