It's a topic that was raised, this is a forum, it gets discussed.
That's what I'm asking about, why do people raise it, why do people like to discuss it? Why are these kinds of stories so popular. Obviously there is the click-bait factor on many "news" web sites, but it goes beyond that with people re-posting on forums and Facebook etc. The psychology of it is fascinating.
re: "That's what I'm asking about, why do people raise it, why do people like to discuss it?"
I am the one who raise it initially. My reason is as follow:
My daughter is approaching college age. My view is "people placing no value on something free." So, since elementary school, I have set her expectation that for college she will be contributing >50% $-share of her own education.
Without going into details; since her early age, me and my wife have always "make it happen" for her. We have done whatever we could to give her a superb education and set her on a good path so far. Once she is away for college and away from our influence, last thing I want her to have is an entitlement attitude like Kim.
At times, I feel I am too harsh. At time, I feel I am on the right track. So,
I posted this Kim's story as a conversation starter. Her parent's experience is the kind of nightmare I am trying to avoid. Not the dollars per-se but the attitude. The attitude that leads to a degree but no marketable skills.
I went to college over 30 years ago. I worked through college and then graduate school. Giving up a professional photographer job and instead wait on tables while in college was difficult but I made it through. But I know today's environment is a good bit different. Loans are more available these days, and jobs are not.
So my 30 year+ ago experience may be inapplicable or perhaps even inappropriate today.Many here graduated college more recent than I. Many here went through the same thought process about their kid's college education as I am starting to now.
So, my goal is to hear the diverse and thoughtful views from members of this forum. As I said, do a sanity check.
So, I carefully read about the snares, the laughter, the objections, and all the views in between just to compare notes.
I must add, so far, I feel more reaffirmed than I was.
(Thanks for all your input)
Rick