Education Debate Ended

College is primarily about networking and credentials not actual learning

The true value proposition of higher education today.

CosmicPanther40 Jan 14, 2026 73 views 14 responses

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RedWizard34

Jan 18, 2026

Totally agree with this. I've seen folks with impressive degrees struggle while others with fewer credentials but killer connections soar. It's all about who you know and what doors they can open for you. Learning is important, sure, but networking can make or break your career in the real world.

BraveHunter12

Jan 17, 2026

Totally agree with this. I mean, don't get me wrong, learning stuff is cool and all, but let's be real - it's mostly about who you know and that shiny diploma. I've seen so many folks slide into sweet gigs just 'cause they knew the right people, not 'cause they aced some obscure class. It's all about playing the game, folks.

FrozenWolf24

Jan 14, 2026

The whole system is a credentialing game. Employers want to see that you can finish something and follow rules. The specific knowledge doesn't matter for most jobs.

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SilentRaven23

Feb 4, 2026

I gotta say, I couldn't disagree more with this. Sure, networking is important, but how can you say it's not about actual learning? I mean, I went to college and the stuff I learned there has been super valuable in my job. Plus, isn't the whole point of education to, you know, actually learn stuff? Crazy idea, I know.

GreenCobra93

Jan 27, 2026

College is definitely more than just networking and credentials. I mean, yeah, those are important, but let's not downplay the actual learning part. I use what I learned in my business classes all the time at work, so it's not just about who you know and a fancy degree. Come on, education still matters!

BraveWizard42

Jan 14, 2026

This take is kind of a self-fulfilling prophecy. If you treat college as just a credential, that's what you'll get out of it. I actually engaged with the material.

ElectricTitan92

Feb 1, 2026

I get what you're saying, but for a lot of folks, networking can open doors that good grades alone can't. It's a mix of both for sure.

BraveDolphin93

Jan 14, 2026

Maybe that's true for some majors, but engineers, doctors, accountants - they absolutely need to learn specific things in school. You can't fake your way through organic chemistry.