The Traditional College Story Is Changing – It Is On Us To Embrace It.
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While the main story dominating the world of higher education now are the student protests and demonstrations nationwide, what can be easily lost are the stories of success that those of us in higher education see daily. And for many, the success story is not what you often imagine.
For many students, the path to a college degree is linear - graduate from high school, enroll in college, and earn a degree in four years. However, for others, the journey to higher education is not so linear. These students who have taken a non-traditional path, whether it be due to personal, financial, or other reasons are the ones who oftentimes have so much to offer – both in-class and in life.
Originally published: May 21, 2024
Author: Marvin Krislov
Position: President
Institution: Pace University
Published by: Forbes