American Pauper
Was that your experience? Do you feel threatened by the "betters" whoever these people are? Ya seem a little bitter....
I think education, whatever the subject, opens your mind to the possibilities, and that's a skill that stays with you for life. Yes, these graduates will have a tougher time finding jobs but they will find jobs eventually. As for the cost, a mind once educatied cannot be foreclosed on or stolen from you, so it is an investment that lasts a lifetime, more than some of the other stuff people choose to throw their money away on. And it is nice to read a positive story for once - job well done Mr. Janitor!

Well then, aren't you just Mr Happy Camper.

Actually, I think no one should be discriminated against or harassed. As an American woman, I am certain that you believe wholeheartedly in harassing others for fun.

Why so negative? Good for them! Graduation is only a stepping stone. Whether you like it or not these people completed something and do have plans. As for the janitor, if he still keeps his janitorial job I'm sure they will give him a raise. I'm sorry that it bothers you so bad that people actually do better themselves.

Pepster, I have two MA's....I have "bettered" myself. I am not angry with these people. I am angry with an unjust society that: discriminates against certain people; endeavors to harass them in anyway possible (even though they go out of their way to avoid troublemakers); and feels it necessary to label people "losers" who are interested in things other than going into debt for fancy cars and houses.

I am tired of hearing about people being angry about someone else's success. Perhaps the "successful" people should go out and be "successful" and stop trying to belittle, torment, and harass the "losers." I don't give a rats ass who is successful and who isn't...I only care about doing what I enjoy doing and having enough to pay my little bills.

I guess I don't think like you. I also have 2 degrees and have to get along with all types people to make a living. I love my work and I doubt that I will ever retire. I realize people can be cruel and I'm sorry that you may have had to put up with that.

I wish you the best of luck!

unemployment rate for college grads is still only about 5%

Say what????
I have no idea what has happened to you and don't want to hear it on this medium. However, I do know a number of people, who, with education, have become very successful and have not been "kept in their place". Are you on the interwebs from victorian England?

Steph...it's a supposedly "free" country. I can write or say what I like....you can choose to ignore it....no one required you to read my posts.

Also, it sounds like you are a recent grad or at least a 20-25 year old femme. Anyway, women have a much easier time here in America....people will cater to you here.

Wow. I don't know you. I don't know what your socio-economic "class" is, or anything else about you, but I'm pretty sure I'd not like you either. And only based on the negative (and somewhat misogynistic) attitude and nothing else. But hey, free country and all, post on.

I am so glad there are such brilliantly cheerful people, such as yourself, who bring warmth and happiness to the Vine.

American Pauper and all,

AP you have the right to your feelings and it is very clear that you have lived or worked with people who associate success with social standing and money. I too have been in that place, so I can see where you are coming from in that respect. I will say this though, those people may seem to be doing better on the surface or in this moment, but they too will or have seen trials and tribulations. Though they may not be as heavy as those you have faced. I understand the frustration and flat out almost hatred of people who seem to get things without having to put forth very much effort, but I am glad that I have worked hard for my degrees because it makes me an even better candidate for work. I hope that you too are able to find success despite these cruel people to which you have been exposed.

Everyone else, AP's feelings are always valid as are yours, but let's not forget to really look at the situation at hand, we are seeing a person who has suffered trauma at the hands of another and because of that is unable to find or see success in their own life. This is what America is coming too and if we do not pay attention to those who are shouting out in anger and pain then we are not seeing everyone in the country. This country was not built on peaches and cream, but on blood, sweat, tears, violence, hatred and servitude. We are suffering the legacy of these things and we need to recognize that as it is a reality of our countries existence. We need to rail against a system that is not of or for the people. I hope we can resolve this and that we eradicate the hate.

College is all about harassment....a small part of it is about the "education" that is often forgotten after all the drunken orgies of American college life.

Finally. A positive post.

Hope floats, but so does sh*t.