Beyond the sheer competitive aspects of modern academia, it is also a hodgepodge of ancient tradition and the reappropriation of the universities as schooling f

Beyond the sheer competitive aspects of modern academia, it is also a hodgepodge of ancient tradition and the reappropriation of the universities as schooling for the masses. I bought in on the romantic dream of “monastic” pursuit of wisdom, where my whole being was dedicated to the search for tryth. That fits well with working most of the time. Then, next to me sat the career professional, she wanted good grades and as little impact on her personal life from the “research experience” as she knew McKinsey was waiting. The came family and the monastic dreams turned into work :)