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One of the most valuable parts of the in-person college experience is learning to live independently, exposing yourself to a much wider variety of people, and t
by snazz 4y ago
One of the most valuable parts of the in-person college experience is learning to live independently, exposing yourself to a much wider variety of people, and taking personal risks in a semi-controlled environment. You spend only around 20% of your waking hours in the classroom anyway, if that, but the rest of the time in the college environment is still very educational.
- walleeee 4y agothe canonical brand name university experience in the US these days can hardly be called independent living a growing portion of the bloat discussed in this thread goes toward increasingly luxurious lodging, amenities and services generally agree with your broader point, with caveats (e.g., how the credentialism encouraged by the university system might be considered an obstacle to personal and civic development)