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Originally posted by 33girl
I think there are a lot of kids being forced to go to college who would rather be working in another profession. Their grades show it...their lack of involvement in the campus shows it. Not everyone needs or wants to go to college, and we should stop assuming everyone should. If you weed out the ones who don't want to be there, it will make the campus stronger, be a more positive experience for everyone. and probably increase positive alumni involvement (i.e. $$$).
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AMEN!!!! I have been saying this for years. Unfortunately, you can usually tell who is in college to get an education, and who is taking up space. There is NO shame in taking alternative routes after high school.
My little brother went and got his A.A and is now studying I.T. at a trade school to get his certifications. And judging by the way I.T people are being hired out here in L.A, in 3 or 4 years my brother will be taking home a LOT more in salary than I do, fancy law degree and all.
Its a perfectly respectable option, and I wish more people would take it.