On most blog-writing occasions I discuss the harsh reality of daily life in urban school settings. Today, after reading the book, 'Where You Go Is Not Who You'll Be,' I'd like to share some thoughts about attending college. This refreshing read has much to do with our work in some ways.
Essentially the author, Frank Bruni, is saying that attending one of the Ivies or 'top' universities is not all it's cracked up to be. One can find a post high school setting that can offer an individual all that he/she ever wants and needs without going through the hassle that is part of today's college application process.
Bruni lays out some pretty strong arguments to support the above. He contends that college rankings aren't all that reliable and the manner in which many universities 'rig' their own system of the percentage of applicants who are selected to attend their school is rather dubious. He also points out that young people in grades 1-12, too often with their parents, are truly driving themselves crazy by jumping through so many hoops in order to get to that 'ivory tower' school.
There are many instances where the above takes place and, as Bruni points out, it is completely unnecessary.
Dick
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