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To Private School Administrator: Education Isn't Just Naira And Kobo by abikun(m): 6:49pm On Oct 31, 2013
Education isn't just naira and kobo; it goes beyond these finite things. Education fuels and ignites the mind. Ignites the soul. Learning is a transformative experience and there is no way to gauge that against the cost of education -- whether it is higher education, pre-school or kindergarten. We need to be the passionate voice about all that is good about education. We need to be the advocates that keep the opportunities alive for anyone who wants to learn.
Altruism is a necessity in education. Especially in community colleges -- especially in this community college. Students' reasons for attending a community college are as varied as the individuals themselves. Not every student pursues a degree, diploma or certificate. Some may only have the intention of taking courses to be able to keep their job, or to get the promotion they want. Some don't plan on working full-time and going to school at the same time for years so that they can get a certificate or diploma. No matter what their plans, colleges must be inclusive and provide services and opportunities to all students equitably. They cannot -- and should not -- discourage any student based on their personal goals. Success isn't measured by program completion rates alone. A community college's role in society is very necessary -- and also very complex.
I'm reminded of what Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. said to his children about the importance of education and accessibility:
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Re: To Private School Administrator: Education Isn't Just Naira And Kobo by psucc(m): 6:59pm On Oct 31, 2013
I wonder your definition of business if profit maximization is ruled out. The people are into 'serious' business.

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