922A WOAC Evolution: Integrating Army Values Previous 922A Warrant Officer Advance Courses (WOAC) carried a reputation of being a repetitive course, useless, and a waste of time. Consequently, from what was being said, there was no sense of urgency for me to attend the course when the majority of what was being said about the […]
Introduction When one is deciding whether to go to college, money can often be a big factor. There are many options for assistance with paying for college, such as scholarships, grants, student loans, etc. They don’t always cover all of it, though. In some cases, it can raise the cost significantly to the point that […]
Introduction During the election of 2016, presidential candidate Bernie Sanders supported the idea of a ‘free’ college for all students attending public colleges and universities. This intrigued the minds of the youth due to skyrocketing tuition rates and the large acquirement of student debt in order to earn a degree. Though this may sound like […]
Introduction Should college be free? This a question of many debates. College is one of the most expensive things you’ll ever spend on. From the tuition, books, living cost, and food to anything else you might need, the money stacks up. Many people in the middle and lower class are left in severe debt that […]
Introduction The curiosity that I have had on this whole topic of higher education is why our country doesn’t offer free education at our non-profit or community college level. From what I know, most who attend a community college are either taking continued education or are not able to afford the tuition, fees, materials, and […]
The Power of Education and the College Question “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world” – Nelson Mandela. We are told to ‘go to college’ by family, media, and teachers, but we are never given an explanation on why it is important for us to gain a higher […]
Is College Worth It? Is college worth it for students coming from low-income families and parents without a college degree? A student going to college is a new chapter in one’s life. The start of college can be a tough transition for someone who may be the first person in their family to attend a […]
