My total amount due for student loans has surpassed the value of my house. I refuse to consider the reality of the situation until next May, when the cost of my education will meet the probable reality that I will not be able to find a job teaching English.
I think student loans are the tip of the iceberg, and simply adding the opportunity to incur more loans is putting a band-aid on an amputation.
This country needs some serious debate about the cost of higher education and just what that education should deliver (sports? dorms? food courts?) And what about on-line education, year-round school, capping the number of majors in fields that don't have strong job prospects, or offering financial incentives to those pursuing degrees in fields needing employees? Lots to talk about, lots to argue about, little political will or courage to ask the hard questions. sigh.
My total amount due for student loans has surpassed the value of my house. I refuse to consider the reality of the situation until next May, when the cost of my education will meet the probable reality that I will not be able to find a job teaching English.
ReplyDeleteI think you will find a job. Stay confident. Even though Western PA is a tough place for teachers, I'm sure there will be opportunities for you.
DeleteI think it is better just not to think about our student debt for now, but I am always interested in the political debate.
I think student loans are the tip of the iceberg, and simply adding the opportunity to incur more loans is putting a band-aid on an amputation.
ReplyDeleteThis country needs some serious debate about the cost of higher education and just what that education should deliver (sports? dorms? food courts?) And what about on-line education, year-round school, capping the number of majors in fields that don't have strong job prospects, or offering financial incentives to those pursuing degrees in fields needing employees? Lots to talk about, lots to argue about, little political will or courage to ask the hard questions. sigh.