In essence, the creation of safe spaces would obstruct colleges from encouraging students to be creative and thoughtful. As Adam Saphiro notes “[there is no way to] have a therapeutic space that’s also an intellectual space”. Saphiros point holds much validity, safe spaces would obstruct the intellect of students and professors, not allowing to fully express themselves in fear of hurting someone’s feelings. Furthermore, safe spaces suggest that campuses are not safe for students. According to Judith Shulevitz, “once you designate some spaces as safe, you imply that the rest are unsafe”. Shulevitz argument adds to the notion that safe spaces are not there to protect students but rather to increase their fears. As a result, safe spaces only serve to hinder students from overcoming their
In essence, the creation of safe spaces would obstruct colleges from encouraging students to be creative and thoughtful. As Adam Saphiro notes “[there is no way to] have a therapeutic space that’s also an intellectual space”. Saphiros point holds much validity, safe spaces would obstruct the intellect of students and professors, not allowing to fully express themselves in fear of hurting someone’s feelings. Furthermore, safe spaces suggest that campuses are not safe for students. According to Judith Shulevitz, “once you designate some spaces as safe, you imply that the rest are unsafe”. Shulevitz argument adds to the notion that safe spaces are not there to protect students but rather to increase their fears. As a result, safe spaces only serve to hinder students from overcoming their