just want to add something that seems missing from much of the discussion of higher education; consider the question rephrased as, "is it worth learning to lear

just want to add something that seems missing from much of the discussion of higher education; consider the question rephrased as, "is it worth learning to learn?" higher ed is not just job training. its exposure to ideas, opinions, people, and energy in an environment explicitly not tied to a profit motive. it should be cheaper, and more accessible, but..