Woodcrest University students gathered for the debut of Imagination in Motion, a new class led by TA Griselda Martinez-Longfall, designed to bridge the gap between imagination and reality. With a touch of whimsy and a wand in hand, she encouraged students to challenge their perceptions, exploring how fantasy, belief, and creativity shape their understanding of the world.
The first session launched with a discussion on magic: what it means, whether it exists, and how it influences culture and personal experience. As students tossed out interpretations of Martinez-Longfall’s attire, ranging from fairy godmothers to Tri Pi fashion, the conversation spiraled into reflections on the unseen forces that shape lives: coincidences, intuition, and ancestral wisdom.
This semester, students will use art, poetry, and performance to capture the essence of imagination in motion, culminating in an art show for Relay for Life, themed around magic. Assignments, while voluntary, will encourage participants to bring their inner worlds to life.
Next week, students will delve into poetry, crafting verses inspired by magical moments in their own lives. Whether shared aloud or submitted anonymously, these poems will serve as the first step in transforming thought into art. And for those willing to fully embrace the experience, dressing the part is highly encouraged.
With an open mind and a willingness to explore, Imagination in Motion promises to be a journey where creativity takes center stage and the impossible becomes just another perspective.