Don't go to college, unless to get knowledge.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Attend college only to gain knowledge, not for status.
- In plain terms
- Go to college only for learning.
- What can you take from it?
- Purpose defines the value of education.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do you pursue education?
- What value do you seek?
Another view
College provides networking beyond just knowledge.
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