Here's mine, an answer to a self-entitled friend (and a bit of a spoiled brat):
I remembered you saying that college is hard for everyone, I am providing you with research results ... moreHere's mine, an answer to a self-entitled friend (and a bit of a spoiled brat):
I remembered you saying that college is hard for everyone, I am providing you with research results on the subject which I’m sure will convince you that it is much harder for some than others. Those who went to private, extremely expensive universities and likely are not aware of what a struggle this is for the disadvantaged. It is not at all a “level playing field” as much as some like to think it is. The field is very steeply pitched in favor of children of the well-to-do or otherwise advantaged. Growing up in a healthy home environment adds to the advantage as you will also see.
According to the National Center for Education Statistics and the National Postsecondary Student Aid Study (2012), at risk (below the poverty line), non-traditional students (older students or students with no adult benefactors), have a 13% chance of graduating from college within six years of beginning classes.&nb... less
For one thing they would all become incredibly wealthy from their long-term investments. For another thing, everyone they know (except for each other) would be gone in 80 yea... moreFor one thing they would all become incredibly wealthy from their long-term investments. For another thing, everyone they know (except for each other) would be gone in 80 years. What else? Wouldn't it make a good book or movie?
