clem82

clem82 t1_iso43oo wrote

>College mismatching is one of the worst things to happen to poor black students.

What really is missed out is that I get they want ivy leagues because it guarantees a good life, but just having a degree is already something that helps. It doesn't grant, but it helps. high school friend, told me that Ivy league doesn't make him feel smarter, but the fact is he was able to network is decision makers and people.

And he also said, at least what was verbal to him, is that his education didn't help, it just got him the connections to put his resume in front of people. And he only got one job offer. I think of, 8-9 interviews?

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clem82 t1_iso3vgz wrote

> who seems to have adjusted to Yale

True, I looked up a couple of interviews and they were doing a LOT of self taught curriculum to catch up. Rightfully so, but to do that given the circumstances is a trait that shows they'll be just fine. That type of self starting and adversity is amazing and always wins

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clem82 t1_iso3o90 wrote

Just watched this:

  1. they tried to spin it and that is absolutely not okay.
  2. it is a dull drag at times, however it does highlight a lot
  3. how these people are not in prison I'll never understand
  4. you learn about how a sob story is manipulative rather than qualifications
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