A Village-Wide Endeavor
One of the most individualized, long-term experiences you will ever take on is that of your personal education. As a product of the public school system through and through from elementary all the way up to my doctoral degree, it's easy to fall into the fold of assuming that everyone is walking a similar path. But the schools you attend, the experiences you have along the way, the degree programs you embark upon, are all quite unique. From selecting your courses each semester to finding your key mentors, it is an experience you must build yourself - hour upon hour, event by event. Yet, for all that is self-made and elected in the education long-haul, it truly "takes a village" to complete the full spectrum of degrees that one can obtain in the academic system. As an elementary and secondary student, the reliance you have upon the village is most obvious. Your parents or guardians sacrifice time, money, living arrangements, and attention to ensure that you have the best ...