2012-09-27, 09:52 AM
Because it was always just what it was, as my parents instilled in me since before I can remember. And I went willingly, because I wanted to continue learning and growing as an individual.
I don't believe most people are ready for "the real world" at 18. I know many on even this forum alone, myself included, who have gone through/are still going through some massive personal growth years of their lives, which was encouraged and facilitated by the environment of academia.
Which is why, interestingly enough, while I have my own issues with college now (stemming from knowing where I want to be and just itching to be there already, and to not be stuck in a rigid structure of learning where daily, mandatory assignments prove your retention and understanding of knowledge), I do strongly believe everyone should go, at least at some point in their lives if right after high school doesn't work out for whatever reason.
Also because of what Dusk said, that having a degree from a reputable university aids in finding more and better job opportunities in a myriad of ways than you could ever imagine.
I don't believe most people are ready for "the real world" at 18. I know many on even this forum alone, myself included, who have gone through/are still going through some massive personal growth years of their lives, which was encouraged and facilitated by the environment of academia.
Which is why, interestingly enough, while I have my own issues with college now (stemming from knowing where I want to be and just itching to be there already, and to not be stuck in a rigid structure of learning where daily, mandatory assignments prove your retention and understanding of knowledge), I do strongly believe everyone should go, at least at some point in their lives if right after high school doesn't work out for whatever reason.
Also because of what Dusk said, that having a degree from a reputable university aids in finding more and better job opportunities in a myriad of ways than you could ever imagine.