[stanne]

A 20 something I know is a financial advisor with finance degree. Says she uses her knowledge of literature to judge what people might do, to determine trends in eco and Econ systems, to illustrate situations and ideas and to socialize and network among other things

Dumb it down. Hate western civ. Good idea. Not

[Night Hides Not]

During my 4 years at Gonzaga, I didn't appreciate the value of a core curriculum until my senior year. Nearly 50 years later, I'm thankful it was part of my college experience. At the very least, I learned how to tell someone they're a dumbazz in proper English...lol, and most think I'm paying them a compliment.

One of my favorites is "critical thinking isn't a part of your vernacular, is it?"