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Emma Colton-Heins
7/5/2017 08:09:27 pm
David Leonhardt makes a convincing argument supporting college education. This is supported throughout, from giving the pros of college-- teaching skills useful for many different jobs other than those rooted in the academics, and describing the advantages of getting a college degree even on low-level jobs commonly associated with those who chose not to seek college education-- to refuting the counter arguments using statistics and studies describing how the tuition concerns are often paid off thanks to jobs gained by getting a degree. He explains convincingly that none of the alternatives will truly solve the problem, and that the solution is to improve higher education, not to discourage it. My position on this topic is supporting college as an institution, and I agree that improvements can be made without changing how we view college, as a goal. For one thing, do students really need another reason to aim low? From my perspective, there seems to be too many high school students who are not motivated to pursue higher education and achieve a degree granting them any sort of prestige, which makes any of the condescending economic arguments seem like an extreme option. There will always be people to fill lower-class jobs, and encouraging education won't deplete the factory workers. Other than that, the fear of tuition costs is valid enough, but not only do I support lower tuition costs as a separate issue but there are many studies that show that that worry is often paid off. I support higher education, and there are many aspects of higher education I believe can be improved upon without looking for a likely non-existent better option.
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Tamia Weston
7/13/2017 09:58:40 pm
The argument that David Leonhardt makes is to support college education. This is corroborated by the article giving skills for different kinds of jobs than what we already know and giving tips for using our college degrees to the best of our advantage in life. To argue against counter claims, statistics and studies show that tuition is often paid off with jobs earned with a degree. Leonhardt goes on to explain that to solve the problem is to improve our education more for students. My position on this is that i agree with supporting colleges and the improvement on it no matter how we see it from our perspective. Many students that graduate from high school are not encouraged enough to go to college and get a degree for the career they want. Encouraging education can fill in lower class or high class jobs for our economy. Also the scare of paying off tuition is usually solved by having well paid job but I think lower tuition cost will help many students in the future. In the end, I support higher education as it will help further careers and good paying jobs for students for the future.
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Tiyana Kennedy
7/16/2017 12:53:01 am
David Leonhardt made an cogent argument that supported college education.College education is important and for the education system.In the text this argument is supported,by discussing the positive and negatives.That even a bachelor degree made fourty percent of more than those with an high school degree.That college has benefits in many fields where a degree is not crucial.My position on this topic is supportive of college,i agree that college has more pros than cons.Even though somethings need to be altered within the education system.The wages and graduation rates of some colleges.But,like David Leonhardt conveyed "the professors,journalist and others who college is overrated.They of course,have degrees and often spend thousands of dollars sending their children to expensive colleges"...
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Ken Lee
7/18/2017 04:05:13 pm
The author of this article is stating that college is well worth it for someone's life.This is supported in Section 5, stating that college also teaches general life skills such as persistence and discipline which can serve in much more, not just academics. This proves that college is not just useful for pursuing a job, but can teach one how to keep up and maintaining one's personal life. Section 4 states that education helps people get paid more, open up opportunities, and allows them to do more specialized/higher-skilled work. This proves that college education is (especially in this day and age) very important to someone hoping to live and be successful in this growing society. I agree with the author's position on the topic, because I believe an educated society will prosper: the increase of quantity and quality of colleges can lead to a growing and improving nation, as people will be able to learn skills and how to hone them to better their own lives and their nation.
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Cynthia sengabo
7/22/2017 03:10:01 pm
The author, David Leonhardt made an argument about supporting college education. This is supported throughout the article by providing the pros and cons of college. One pro was that college teaches skills that is useful for many different type of jobs other than those in the academics (section 5). One con was that based on statistics and studies, tuition is being paid off with jobs that earned with a degree (section 3). My position on this topic is that I agree with supporting college education because we need more young adult to attend college after high school in order to have a successful future and a better career in life.
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Gianne Nocus
7/24/2017 06:08:26 pm
David Leonhardt in “Even for Cashiers, College Pays Off,” argues the value and significance of receiving a higher education and the beneficial impact it has on people in the long run. He goes on to state that “…being money, education seems to make people happier and healthier.” (Section 2), by doing so he is trying to prove that a higher education is beyond obtaining a diploma and securing stability in life. He looks past those factors and supports his argument with statistics that prove that receiving a higher education will only create happiness and allow people to gain skills that they can use for whatever career or job they wish to pursue. Leonhardt presents both sides of the argument and shows that there are always down sides to every claim. He states the most obvious counter against college—money, yet counters it with solutions (which he states in section 3) that are offered that make it possible to afford a higher education. He goes on to add, “Either way, the general skills that colleges teach, like discipline and persistence, may be more important than academics anyway.” (Section 5). By doing so, he further emphasizes the weight of higher education and the prominence of the experience in the lives of people. In our ever-changing society, being educated and having skills that allow you to deal with the reality of the world, give you the chance to be agile and flexible. This in turn grants you room to make mistakes, to learn, to explore, to discover and most importantly, enjoy being an individual. A higher education is not only significant for those who can afford it--education doesn't choose an age, gender, social/economic standing or anything else. Education is there for everyone to take an opportunity of and cultivate. Colleges and universities are not perfect but they are lasting in societies all over the world because its benefits outweigh the negatives.
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Cynthia Fowler
7/25/2017 11:26:58 am
In this article, the author claims that going to college is a worthwhile investment. This claim is supported throughout the text, the author making points such as how the cost is actually not as high as many have you think, and that the education provided to you by colleges is a worthwhile investment. I think that this article has valid points to its claims, and it does make me reconsider some of my preconceptions, so I tend to agree with the article's stance that college is worthwhile. However, I also believe that there is much wrong with the college system, such as companies monopolizing entrance exams, and the still-high cost of tuition and textbooks. I believe that these issues should be addressed and amended.
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Alaina Guidetti
7/25/2017 03:19:01 pm
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Jahmir White
7/26/2017 12:25:14 pm
The argument the author, David Leonhardt, is making is the going to college and getting an education is worth it money and skills wise. This argument is supported in section 4 paragraph 14 where it says, "Education helps people do higher-skilled work, get jobs with better-paying companies or open their own business." I completely agree with this argument because without a education it harder to do and get certain jobs. College will help you find that job or the skills you need for a certain job to excel at that job or career you are in.
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7/28/2017 07:01:52 pm
In the article, Leonhart argues that no mater what career track people take, a college degree is more beneficial and valuable than just a high school degree. He argues that even in careers that do not require a college degree, having one usually means higher pay. This is because a degree can get an employee more oppurtunities and can give an employee more skills. Leonhart supports his argument by using logos. He cites multiple sources and studies, showing the logic of his argument. He also lists the credentials of the studies, employing ethos, by using credible sources. finally he presents a counterclaim, and refutes it. He brings up the high costs of college, and refutes it, by presenting a more realistic number. I agree with his argument, because of the statistics he presented, showing that college degrees are profitable in any field.
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Laura
7/29/2017 03:12:45 pm
In the article, the author, David Leonhardt, develops an argument that, contrary to increasing popular belief, college is an important part in the development of a person and it is not a waste of time or money. According to Leonhardt, college makes a big difference in a person's life since having a higher education leads to improved and more efficient job skills, which in turn result in higher wages. He supports his claim by offering evidence several times throughout the article. With the statistics and the studies he uses, he proves the reader that having a college degree is beneficial for an individual. For example, Leonhardt says that last year full-time workers with a bachelors degree made 83 percent more than workers with just a high school diploma (section 3). He also mentions that college can improve skills that go beyond the academic spectrum, which is something those against college education fail to mention. In my opinion, i think that college does offer more opportunities and widens people's knowledge in more than one way, which is why it is good for people who want to attend to not let obstacles or someone else's opinion to get in the way of them obtaining a higher education.
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Leanna Gardner
7/31/2017 01:22:31 pm
The author, David Leonhardt, of the article, "Even for cashiers, college pays off", makes an argument that having a college degree is better to have and can help many people rather than only having a high school diploma. Throughout the article, Leonhardt supports this argument by going back and forth from his claim and his counterclaim. In the article, Leonhardt claims that having a college degree can help when working because having a job that doesn't require a college degree can be more beneficial and you have the chance to be paid more. Another statement made in the article that is interesting and important to know is that going to college is a good thing to attend because if you really think about price wise, after receiving scholarships and financial aid, the cost for college is really not expensive, especially if it's a local college and in the text it said that in the end you will probably only have to pay $2,000 after scholarships and financial aid. My view and where I stand on this is that, I do believe that people should attend college because receiving a higher education can be beneficial and going to college can also leave you with new friends, better education, a better outlook on life, and can also just be a fun experience to go through overall.
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Cliodhna Thayer
7/31/2017 07:56:27 pm
In the article "Even For Cashiers, College Pays Off," the author, David Leonhardt, makes the argument that college is entirely beneficial and should be promoted as a more common continuation of regular education. Leonhardt supports this in several different ways. He compares this to the old debate over whether high school should be required, saying the two debates are identical. He states the "overwhelming evidence" which mostly consists of studies on the cost versus the payoff of college (like how costs can come down to 2000 dollars and employment/payment rates are much higher for college graduates. He even says that college gives other essential skills than simply knowledge. In my opinion, college is not something that should be forced onto everybody. It shouldn't be required like high school, college should be a way to expand your knowledge in ways you couldn't before, experiment with your identity, and grow independence. Just like not everyone is necessarily going to fit in a PhD program, despite all its benefits, not everyone will fit into college either. College can be helpful but only to the people with the drive to pursue it, so it should always be a personal choice no matter what.
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Alani Roc
7/31/2017 08:52:36 pm
In an article titled, "Even for Cashiers, College Pays Off", author David Leonhardt discusses the arguements against the necessity of a college education. Leonhardt argues that earning a college degree can be beneficial to anyone in the long run. He adresses the claim that college tuitions are far too expensive, but then goes on to dispell it, mentioning a lower tuition rate after incorporating financial aid. Leonhardt then contends that the returns of a college degree outweigh the returns of a highschool diploma. He states, "Three decades ago, full time workers with a bachelor's degree made 40 percent more than those with only a highschool diploma. Last year, the gap reached 83 percent [as of 2011]. (Page 2, section 4) Leonhardt goes on to argue that even people with degrees who are in an occupation that don't require one earn more than people without degrees. (Page 2, section 4) In my opinion, pursuing a college degree opens up more opportunities for a person to go further in life. As was said, the arguements against college degrees encourage low aims and doubts. Leonhardt made the most striking point, stating, "...in the end, their case against college is an elitist one- for me and not for thee." (Page 3, section 7) When college proves to be an important ambition and opportunity for many people- like perhaps immigrant and lower class families- doing away with college is not plausable.
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Christopher Cedeno
7/31/2017 09:28:39 pm
David Leonhardt made a convincing argument in his article about college. In his article, "Even for cashiers, college pays off," he makes an argument that getting a college education is better than not getting one. He supports this by showing that even for jobs that don't require a bachelor's degree getting one gives an advantage to a person. He also gives statistics on the returns from degrees. He shows that the returns of a bachelor's degree is 83% more than that of a person with only a high school diploma. Leonhardt uses this evidence to show that is better to go to college than to not go and he uses evidence to combat the cons of going to college such as student debt. Leonhardt's opinion on college is one that is true in my eyes. Going to college gives a person various of skills and gives them doors to what they are going to do in life. There aren't many excuses on why a person shouldn't go to college because education will only further a person in life.
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Pamela Pantin
7/31/2017 10:06:58 pm
David Leonhardt’s article “Even for Cashiers, College Pays Off” argues the value of college degrees and how important it is to obtain it, albeit some careers don’t necessarily require them. Higher education grants people bigger opportunities in a career field, directly encourages students to mentally grow, and is not overpriced, contrary to popular belief. In the article, Leonhardt alludes to a study by Anthony Carnevale and Stephen J. Rose that states “Education helps people do higher-skilled work, get jobs with better-paying companies or open their own businesses.” (Section 4) This can be supported by the fact in 2010, the gap between full-time workers with a bachelor’s degree and those who only had a high-school diploma reached 83 percent, previously 40 percent thirty years ago. (Section 3) This increase shows how higher education is becoming more valuable and credible in its campaign. In addition, financial aid, whether it fully covers one’s college investments or partially, can help tame tuition costs of many colleges. Furthermore, college is not limited to the bright and all-rounded. In fact, the author states an N.Y.U. sociologist found that “only 55 percent of freshmen and sophomores made… significant progress on an academic test. But the margin of error was large enough that many more may have made progress.” (Section 5) This shows that those who weren’t as successful in high school have the potential to enter college, acquire skill sets and boost their mental capacity. In my opinion, I do believe that a college degree is beneficial to every students’ future, even though they may come work as a retail worker or secretary. As David Leonhardt put it, although colleges aren’t exactly perfect, and many fear to invest in something that is not, we as a nation need to contribute to its improvement, not abandon it.
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Maria Natera
7/31/2017 10:42:59 pm
In the article, "Even for Cashiers, College Pays Off," the author David Leonhardt argues that attending college is worth the investment despite the skepticism surrounding its value. Leonhardt supports this in several ways in the article including providing statistics portraying the wage gap between college graduates and non-graduates (Section 3). In section 2, Leonhardt states that college is overwhelmingly a better investment for graduates compared to the past, even in jobs that don't necessarily require a degree. Leonhardt also states that besides landing a job more so acquiring money, those who attend college are happier and healthier. In section 4, Leonhardt states that those who attend college are able to do higher skilled work, get jobs with better paying companies as well as open their own businesses, demonstrating that having more knowledge can and will help you in the long run. Furthermore, in section 4 Leonhardt compares skipping college is similar to skipping your heart medications. It's true that a college degree may or may not land you a job immediately after graduation or prove beneficial as others say, but success isn't based on how fast you acquire it but the process and the lessons you learn during it. Leonhardt states the general skills one can learn simply by attending college such as discipline or persistence may be more important than the academics success (section 5). In my opinion, attending college is worth the investment as long as you are willing to put the time and effort into it. Yes, tuition prices are increasing but what's the harm in attaining more knowledge and putting it into good use? As long as you have the motivation and drive to learn, attending college is worth the student debt and costs. Education is there for a reason, it opens up new opportunities and room for self growth.
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Areania Ashley
7/31/2017 11:44:45 pm
\The author, David Leonhardt, makes the argument that college degrees are important, even for jobs that don't exactly require them. In the text, this argument is supported in Section 4, paragraph 3, stating, " breaks down the college premium by occupations and shows that college has big benefits even in many fields where a degree is not crucial." Skill also comes as a benefit of college. Section 5, paragraph 1 states, "teenagers' proximity to a campus, which affects whether they enroll- have shown that people do acquire skills in college." My position on the topic is that, I do agree with the concept of a college degree being able to give the opportunity to those who seek higher pay, whether it is for a regular minimum wage job or not. Obtaining a college degree is nice to have, not only when it comes to a career setting, but also as self reassurance.
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Naava Holder
8/1/2017 01:16:23 pm
The author David Leonhardt made a convincing "pro-college"argument, stating that young people should still attend college due to its benefits, including but not limited to better career paths, better incomes, and more happiness and or confidence for the future. He supports his argument in sections two and three; in section two he directly states," A new study even shows that a bachelor's degree pays off for jobs that don't require one: secretaries, plumbers, and cashiers. And, beyond the money, education seems to make people happier and healthier." This not only supports Leonhardt, but it also puts to rest the doubt that college provides social wise.In section three Leonhardt states,"Average net tuition and fees at public four- year colleges this past year were only about $2000." With this claim he is acknowledging the biggest stress about college(financial) while reassuring that it isn't as big of a deal as it's made to be! I believe that college isn't a bad thing but that it isn't for everyone. Some people may not find much benefit in college and would much rather focus on their interest rather than try to spend money at a school doing and learning about something they are not passionate about. I believe it's a choice for every student to personally make; if a student is hard working and wants that college degree, that student will get it. If a student is hard working but may not want to go to college or spend as many years there, than student will not do that and take a different path to meet there needs; it's all about the student, because college or no college, anyone can be successful!
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Tyler Weaver
8/1/2017 03:51:21 pm
In the article Even for cashiers college pays off by David Leonhardt. The argument is that college can help any one no matter their job. I'm section 2 paragraph 2 it states " that college is a better investment for most graduates than in the past. My position ok this is I think that everyone should get a chance to go to college because it pays off in the long run. As in getting better paying jobs.
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Kathryn Connell
8/1/2017 03:56:17 pm
The argument being made by David Leonhardt in "Even for Cashiers, College Pays Off" is that college is worth it and increases your worth even if your job doesn't require a degree. This argument is supported in Section 2, which states that not only does a degree make you more money, but it also improves your quality of life. Section 4 also aids the argument, asserting that those with college degrees do higher skilled work and have more initiative. I believe that a college degree is beneficial no matter what the person possessing the degree does.
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Bridget Whelan
8/1/2017 07:57:26 pm
David Leonhardt in "Even for Cashiers, College Pays Off", argues the significance of receiving a college and how it positively impacts their lives. Leonhardt states, "...education seems to make people healthier and happier" (section 2), by including this statement he is looking past the fact that you can receive a diploma to ensure stability in life, and touching on the importance of a healthier, happier life you will go on to live. Higher education teaches skills that are useful to many different types of jobs other than those dealing with academics (section 5). college education helps people to do higher skilled work, get jobs that are better patter paying than the average job, and learn important skills such as opening up your own business. i agree with Leonhardt's argument because receiving a college education increases ones critical thinking skills and prepares them for jobs in many different fields. getting a degree leads to a happier and healthier life, therefore attending college is/ should be a necessity.
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Alexee Seifert
8/1/2017 09:30:33 pm
The argument the author makes is that college increases amount in salary and benefits a persons life. In section 2, paragraph 2, it states, "a new study even shows that a bachelor's degree pays off for jobs that don't require one: secretaries, plumbers and cashiers." This shows that even with a college degree, a jobs salary can be increased. In section 4, paragraph 4, it states, "education helps people do higher -skilled work, get jobs with better- paying companies or open their own business." This shows how education can benefit a persons life. My position on the topic is that, I agree that higher education opens doors for you to have opportunities with an increased salary than not having a higher educational opportunity.
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Sion Hardy
8/1/2017 10:16:14 pm
The author is expressing persuasive points that support the idea that college is useful even for jobs that do not require college degrees. The author supports this claim by implementing various facts that further prove the point being made. For example, in section 4 the author explains that "construction workers, police officers, plumbers, retail salespeople, and secretaries make significantly more with a degree than without one." This shows that a college degree can be useful in terms of economic benefits. The author also explains that college can be inexpensive after financial aid. For example, the article says in section 3 "many colleges are very inexpensive once financial aid. The average net tuition fees at a public four year college this past year were only 2,000$. This shows how the author is refuting the claim that the cost of college is too overbearing and expensive. I personally believe that college can pay off in many ways and the experience can be enriching and worth the cost because it allows you to study in your field of interest while interacting with peers that are also trying to reach their goals as well. I think that college can definitely be beneficial in helping student improve and prepare their life skills.
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Tamera Thomas
8/1/2017 10:17:22 pm
The author, David Leonhardt, of the article "Even for Cashiers, College Pays Off" makes the argument that college is a good investment for everyone no matter what career or job you pursue. In Section 1, Leonhardt provides the counter-arguments and cases against higher education. These include debt and the fact that going to college may not guarantee a good job. However, evidence proves that a bachelor's degree pays off even for jobs such as secretary work to cashiers (section 2). I believe that obtaining a higher education is important in that it allows you more opportunities to do higher skilled work and obtain higher wages. In section 3, Leonhardt states that full times workers with a bachelor's degree made 83% more than those with a high school diploma. While there are improvements that can be made to the system, pursuing a higher education is proven to be a positive investment overall.
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Patrizzia Espina
8/1/2017 11:50:15 pm
David Leonhardt, author of the article “Even for Cashiers, College Pays Off”, believes that college is a worthwhile investment and supports the idea of people going to college. For instance, he states “...The general skills that colleges teach, like discipline and persistence, may be more important than academics anyway.” (Section 5) This shows that academics is not the only advantage of college, but life skills as well. The skills gained in college will allow many people to utilize them in their daily life and become successful. Although college may not be a choice for some people, Leonhardt states that “Average net tuition and fees at public four-year colleges this past year were only about $2,000.” (Section 3) The jobs that can be obtained with a college education is more than enough to balance out the money spent to gain the knowledge. In my opinion, college is an opportunity that one should take to move forward in life. For example, Leonhardt refers to a study by Anthony Carnevale and Stephen J Rose. which states that ““Education helps people do higher-skilled work, get jobs with better-paying companies or open their own businesses.” (Section 4) College should be looked at as a chance for improvement and self growth as well as to prepare oneself for the rest of their life.
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Nicholas Joslin
8/3/2017 02:48:13 am
In the article, David Leonhardt argues that attending college will prove to be worth it later in life. By giving the weak counter arguments at the beginning of his claim, it makes proving this claims incorrect more effective and easy later in the article. For example in section 4 he states, "Education helps people do higher-skilled work, get jobs with better-paying companies or open their own business." This is providing an example of the ways college helps after going through the initial rigor. I agree with his statements completely. College provides a stable financial platform but also other skills that will prove to be necessary in success as well. You learn various people and time management skills which will prove to be worth any financial obstacles you had to face.
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Jordan Hudson
8/10/2017 09:24:53 am
The argument the author is making is college pays off college opens up doors and makes it even easier for you get the job you want. In paragraph 3 its state that college graduates , though hardly immune from the unemployed than a non-graduates. I will agree because the more college experience or degrees you have the easier for you to get a job.
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Ebenezer Malorku
8/14/2017 06:12:14 pm
The article"Even for Cashiers College Pays Off " by David Leonhardt argues on the merits and some demerits on the pursuit of a College degree and a High School diploma,but dominates his points on the merits. In paragraph 2 lines 4 and 5 he says"The evidence is overwhelming that College is a better investment for most graduates than in the past. A study even shows that a bachelor's degree pays off for jobs that don't require one:Secretaries,plumbers,and cashiers. And beyond money,education seems to make people happier.He also states a demerit in paragraph 3 lines 35 and 36 "College graduates though hardly immune from the downturn are also far less likely to be unemployed than nongraduates .In the long run a College degree pays off regardless of the field you find yourself in.
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Peyton Hunt
8/15/2017 10:22:40 am
In this article, author David Leonhardt argues that college is a worthwhile investment for people of all occupations. to support his argument he mentions the debate over high school educations and how they have helped the American economy and those within in who have graduated high school. He uses many sources, including quotes from an economist (""Not sending them to college would be a disaster"") and data from numerous studies evaluating the effectiveness of college degrees. He also addresses counter arguments and claims many colleges are not very expensive, as well as saying that the returns from college degrees have soared. I agree with Leonhardts claims, that college degrees are very effective in helping "people do higher-skilled work, get jobs with better paying companies or open their own businesses."
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Matthew Milligan
8/18/2017 11:05:37 am
The argument the author is making says that even if you don't get a job with your degree it still pays off to have a degree. This claim is supported in the middle portion of the article. It gives different statistics showing how college will benefit a young adult. I strongly agree with Mr. Leonhardt's claim because even if you don't get a job in what you majored in you still have a better chance to get a job. It also shows employers that you have aspirations and are capable of getting stuff done.
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sarha smith
8/25/2017 07:04:49 am
David Leonhardt makes a convincing argument for college education.Even if you dont use that degree in your current job it still helps to have one. in the second section Leonhardt states that a college education not only brings in more money but makes people happier and healthier. I agree with Leonhardts take on the argument. Although a college education may drown teens in debt no matter the job they get they will still further their careers than without a degree
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Travon Fallen
8/26/2017 12:27:53 pm
The argument that David Leonhardt is trying to make is that education helps support the economy and the making of our country that is America. For example, in the text, in paragraph 1, David states, " It's clear who made the right decision. The educated American masses helped create the American century, as the economists Claudia Goldin and Lawrence Katz have written." This shows how education helps our future for our society. My position on the topic is that education is helpful to our society, for example George Washington was able to win the battle of Trenton and Princeton due to his intelligence and battle tactics he gained from learning.
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Martinique Robinson
8/26/2017 01:50:20 pm
Author David Leonhardt argues that college pays off and open doors for you. This is supported in Section 2, where it states that having a degree can not only guarantee you more money but a better education and perspective on things in life. My position on this topic is neutral because although Leonhardt perspective can be the case for some people, it can not be the case for others.
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Antalia McLean
8/27/2017 08:12:31 pm
In the article, " Even for cashiers, college pays off" David Leonhardt makes a strong argument that supports college education. This is supported in Section 2, when it states, " a new study even shows that a bachelors degree pays off for jobs that don't require one: secretaries, plumbers and cashiers". In other words, by just having a college degree you'll get paid more at a job that doesn't require one. I agree with higher education because it will help further careers and good paying jobs.
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(Monica) Gail Cabahug
8/29/2017 05:58:44 pm
In David Leonhardt’s article, he argues that college is a valuable investment. He supports his claim throughout his article by refuting the arguments of those who believe college is not worth it. He refutes the claim that college is too expensive by stating that the average cost to attend public colleges were only around $2000 (paragraph 9). He also refutes the claim that college is not a good investment with the facts derived from the Hamilton Project, which found that the annual return of college tuition was much higher than both stocks and real estate (paragraph 12). Then, towards the end, Leonhardt proposed that, “The answer is to improve colleges, not abandon them,” (paragraph 18), a statement that I am highly in agreement with. Higher education is extremely valuable. More needs to be done so that college is made more accessible to all students, and more students are encouraged to further their education. Like Leonhardt mentioned in his article, some students aren’t going to college not only because of financial reasons, but also because they are not motivated to. If the college system were improved, it would be easier for many more people to see the value of higher education- and easier for them to access it.
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Grace Palmer
8/29/2017 08:38:24 pm
In the article " Even for Cashiers, college pays off", David Leonhardt defends the idea of a college education. Throughout the text he discusses how a college degree in today's society is ultimately a critical factor in having a better life, despite a rising opposing public opinion. For example in the article Leonhardt writes " Three decades ago, full time workers with a bachelors degree made 40 percent more than those with only a high school diploma." " Last year, the gap reached 83 percent." This piece of evidence exemplifies the fact that over the past couple of decades, earning a four year degree has become even more important than it used to be. In my opinion college is quite important in today's world. With the gaining of a degree, many people earn a higher wage, and therefore are able to live better lives. In the text it says " A new study even shows that a bachelors degree pays off for jobs that don't recquire one: secretaries, plumbers, and cashiers. This shows and proves that earning a college degree is beneficial to today's people.
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Yverdon Okoren
8/29/2017 08:43:10 pm
For David Leonhard, he surmises that colleges are worth keeping. He first supports this by addressing problems with intuition which shows to be less costly when taking into consideration financial aid. He then tackles other points by skeptics throughout the consecutive paragraphs such as the income gap. Although there might be flaws within the path of college, sustaining its presence seems much more needed than attempting to create an entirely new system. Going to college shows high reward when making use of what it provides, its a matter of improvement in the system in which the problems we see in colleges can be solved.
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Camryn Estrada
8/29/2017 09:17:49 pm
In the article "Even For Cashiers College Pays Off" by David Leonhardt, he argues the fact that going to college pays off in the long run. As stated in the article the evidence is overwhelming that college is a better investment for most graduates and a new study shows a bachelors degree pays off for jobs that don't require one; secretaries, plumbers and cashiers. (Paragraph 2) Going to college in my opinion is a personal choice, but I do believe that if you go to college, it helps individuals to mature and become more responsible and independent adults. College can open doors that high school can't. College can help shape you and change you in ways that you wouldn't think. Going to college gives you more skills, knowledge and experience that will help you in getting a job, and making more money. It will help you discover new interests and follow your dreams. You will learn more about yourself, make new friends and prepare for your future, whatever that may be, college will help you get there.
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Michael O'Neil
8/30/2017 09:39:52 pm
The author of the article argues that a college degree is beneficial for everyone, no matter what job you have or want. The author supports this argument by quickly shutting down counter arguments, including the argument that college is not necessary for every job and it does not guarantee a job, by stating that for any job, a degree pays more. I personally agree with the article. I think a college degree makes a person look more appealing for jobs because it could provide more support in the job they are applying for.
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Vina Baz
8/30/2017 10:58:45 pm
David Leonhardt makes a valid argument by concluding that attending college only leads up to success regardless of the skeptics who say otherwise. The argument is supported throughout the article with Leondhart pointing out what the skeptics believe and refuting each one. Tuition is unarguably the biggest problem considering college however Leondhart argued to take into account financial aid, the likeliness to be given a higher paying job, and the ability to perform higher-skilled work. I agree with Leondhart's position purely because of the benefits higher education would provide. Indeed there are hurdles along the way with attending college but in the end there are rewards and honors of completing that level of education such as employment and advanced thinking skills. Simultaneously, I believe there should be developments in trying to make college more affordable because not everyone receive financial aid.
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Hannah Passaretti
8/30/2017 11:55:20 pm
In the article "Even For Cashiers, College Pays Off", David Leonhardt argues that college is worthwhile to everyone including people who don't need a college degree for their job. Leonhardt uses logos in Section 3 to prove that college graduates are far more successful in the long run. Its also taken into account that a higher education is expensive but with financial aid it can be doable. I agree with his view on attending college because of the oppurtunities it brings with not only acquiring a job but learning more about skills like self-motivation and socializing.
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Ericka Kenan
8/31/2017 12:59:46 am
In the article, "Even For Cashiers, College Pays Off" David Leonhardt argues that despite your future job college can be helpful. In section 2 paragraph 2 it says, " A new study even shows that a bachelor's degree pays off for jobs that don't require one". This shows that a person can go to college regardless of the job they choose. In the beginning of the article, Leonhardt provides a counter claim that college has not improved over the last century and it can be costly. However, he rebuttals by saying colleges are not expensive with financial aid and he states facts throughout the article . I agree with Leonhardt argument because college can prepare you for any job by giving you better knowledge & skills .
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Tajbe Starja
9/1/2017 01:36:52 pm
In "Even for Cashiers, College Pays Off", David Leonhardt argues that a higher level of education has a significant impact on all people. He claims that college is a worthwhile investment and supports his claim by explaining costs may not be as high as they seem and those who go to school beyond high school become more skilled than those who don't. I agree with Leonhardt's statements because a college education helps the mind to grow more and opens a person to more successful outcomes in their lives. Although college level learning shouldn't be required or pushed onto someone, people should consider going to college anyway and it should be something they want to pursue. Many people take for granted the educational opportunities they are given and don't realize the benefits of advancing intellectually. Also, presently many jobs do require some college experience. For example, applying to a mr.subb the application asks for the amount of schooling you've received. You don't need talent or college to be able to make a sandwich but employers still look to hire people who have these qualities. Some employers may also think college makes people stand out as more educated and easier to work with as opposed to someone with a high school education only. Those who have a college education also have a higher chance of making more money in the long run.
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Blaze Lyons
9/1/2017 02:21:02 pm
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Ko Koh
9/2/2017 10:44:28 am
In the article of "Even for Cashiers, College Pays Off", author David Leonhart argues that going to college is very beneficial for all kinds of jobs. He supported this by briefly explaining college graduates makes more than non-college graduates and are less likely to be unemployed (section 3). This is a way of saying going to college allows people to have a higher skillsbanf getting better paying jobs. I strongly agreed with author Leonhardt because I believe that his article is very relevant for students to make their own decision for their education and informs students on the benefits of college that will advances skills such as knowledges, persistence, and discipline. He also compared that skipping college would be like skipping your heart medication (section 4). This means that college will leads to your improvements in life, which will be for the better. Overall it is your decision whether you want to attend college or not, Leonhardt just stresses the the importance of college in order to persuade the students to make a decision that will be easier for them in life.
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Jack Rosenzweig
9/2/2017 02:21:48 pm
In the article "Even For Cashiers, College Pays Off", David Leonhardt argues that college is worthwhile to everyone including people who don't need a college degree for their job. Leonhardt uses logos in Section 3 to prove that college graduates are far more successful in the long run. Its also taken into account that a higher education is expensive but with financial aid it can be doable. I agree with his view on attending college because of the oppurtunities it brings with not only acquiring a job but learning more about skills like self-motivation and socializing.
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Ryhan Din
9/2/2017 09:37:56 pm
The author is saying that college is the future and there are too many excuses being made as to why kids can't go these days. It is supported in section 2 and 3. I believe college is right for the career minded. In section 2 is supports this.
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Jahiaire Byrd
9/3/2017 07:32:11 pm
David Leonhardt created an article in the New York Times named, "Even for Cashiers, College Pays Off" to express his feelings on students enrolling into college. He stats that many people today are on the fence with whether or not to push their child towards getting into college or not, and many news articles, blogs, and other types of media are persuading families to choose the wrong choice, Leonhardt believes students should strive towards getting into college. Since many have tried to claim college isn't worth it, Leonhardt's article consist of ton of counter claims which strengthen his own claim. In section three, he explains how many articles that are anti-college complain about the cost of tuition. To counter this, Leonhardt tells the reader that this shouldn't be feared at all because, "...once financial aid is taken into account. Average net tuition and fees at public four-year colleges this past year were only about $2,000". I stand to agree with Leonhardt. College is the last thing people want to exclude from their life because it's the biggest advantage they'll receive in life. Connecting with others, learning life and work skills, and many other things come from going to college, and missing out on something like this is terrible.
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Jessica Johnson
9/3/2017 09:24:45 pm
In the article, "Even For Cashiers College Pays Off", the author David Leonhardt is making the argument that college education is an important aspect in the long term economic and beneficial life of an individual. This claim can be supported through several examples in the text, persuading the audience of his argument, and that a college degree is good to have because it opens more job opportunities. An example of this is in section 4; "Education helps people do higher-skilled work, get jobs with better-paying companies or open their own businesses.” By providing this fact, he is explaining that those with just a high school degree do not get the same pay as someone who receives an associates or bachelors. He explains that getting a college degree can benefit a person in the long run, especially economically. However, people are often hesitant to enroll in universities/colleges because of the price range, because they're not sure if it will benefit them in the end. By using statistics, he is also able to prove his point; as seen in section 3, "Average net tuition and fees at public four- year colleges this past year were only about $2000." He refutes the perception that college is much less money than what most believe it is in modern day, so there should be less of a hesitation to obtain a higher education. By the time you graduate and get a high paying job, you will virtually cancel out the expenses and loans from the past. This proves his point further, inferencing that this will benefit people economically in the end. By using these examples he supports his argument that college is beneficial and important in terms of economic and financial stability. My position is that college is very important to getting a well paying job because most occupations want qualification to do certain tasks. You can only learn those skills required in college. I'm going to need the proper skills to be hired and make a large sum of money to support myself, to live comfortably when I'm older. I do agree with the author and his belief.
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Jorelle Rivera
9/4/2017 07:56:04 am
The author is making a claim saying that it still pays off to have a degree even if you don't get a job. The author's argument is supported by various statistics showing how college can be beneficial to young adults. Many may oppose with Leonhardt's claim, but I'm taking his side of the argument. I believe that you have a higher chance of getting a job with good pay with the degree you worked for rather than not having a degree at all. It shows you as an employee what you're capable of.
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9/4/2017 09:54:15 am
The author of "Even for cashiers, College pays off" by David Leonhardt defends the position of going to college. Leonhardt successfully qualifies the importance of going to college. Throughout the article Leonhard disproves all the opinions against going to college through his use of logos. One popular opinion pro not going to college is that going to college is too expensive. Leonhardt disproves this opinion by stating that the use of financial aid makes college more accessible than one thought. Financial aid can help reduce the cost of college by lowering expensive tuition. Also Leonhardt defends going to college by stating that not all colleges have massive tuition. Another opinion that supports not going to college is that college is not needed. However Leonhardt disproves this perspective by quoting statistics that shows a college education is crucial to making more money, becoming more educated, and learning discipline. I believe that college is necessary. For the reasons that college can be affordable, and that a college degree is necessary for skilled jobs, and for making a decent living going to college is necessary for my success in the future.
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Maddy Arduino
9/4/2017 06:48:05 pm
In "Even for Cashiers, College Pays off" the author david leonhardt argues that going to college and getting a degree is worth it despite what others say. Evidence in section 3 states that college graduates are far less likely to be unemployed than non-graduates.
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Celena Gomez
9/4/2017 07:30:14 pm
The argument the author David Leonhardt makes in the article "Even for Cashiers College Pays Off" is that everyone should obtain a higher education because it teaches people more than just academics "the general skills that college teach like discipline and persistence may be more important than academics anyway" (page 3 section 5). Also most people want or encourage college "when researchers asked low-income teenagers how much more college graduates made then non-graduates the teenagers made excellent estimates. And in a national survey 94 percent of parents said they expected their child to go to college" (page 3 section 6). My position on the topic is I agree because it teaches and raises moral values and will encourage even more people to expand their knowledge.
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Ashma Thapa
9/4/2017 07:52:22 pm
In the article, " Even for Casheirs, College pays off", the author states that it is beneficial to have a college degree even though some career paths don't necessarily require them. In this article the author addresses one of the key factor that stops students from attending college and that is tuition cost. He explains that once financial aid is taken into consideration then the cost isn't that expensive. I agree with the author. Attending college improves skills that are important in order to be successful in life.
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Aidan McKenna
9/4/2017 08:32:55 pm
In the article, "Even for Cashiers, College Pays Off" the author argues that college is necessary even for jobs people generally label as "for people without degrees" such as cashiering for instance. He backs up the fact that college is necessary with that exact point and that college isn't only for scientists and mathematicians. I agree with their claim because college truly opens doors for anything you want to do in life, it's on the person to make that a reality..
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L S
9/4/2017 11:51:40 pm
The argument of this article is that the author supports college education. This is supported by paragraph when he states education helps people do higher skilled work, get better paying jobs or open their own businesses. His argument is also supported in paragraph 5 when he states that colleges teach discipline and persistence which is more important than academics. Me personally supports higher education because there are better opportunities for people in life.
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Adam Zak
9/5/2017 01:08:46 am
David Leonhardt's argument that he states in the article, 'Even for Cashiers, College Pays Off' is that college is worth the experience and to receive a degree no matter what occupation you may have later in life. Leonhardt goes on to add that even though one may say that a degree isn't beneficial in every job position, a degree will pay more than no degree at all in Section 2. I personally agree with Leonhardt as degrees have a sense of ethos and credibility and can aid one in pursuing a career.
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mudhar
9/5/2017 08:42:24 am
The author of this article is stating that college is well worth it for someone's life.This is supported in Section 5, stating that college also teaches general life skills such as persistence and discipline which can serve in much more, not just academics. College doesn't just teach math science it also teaches many other things such as resilience and it keeps you healthy. College students have many advantages however many are scared of thinking of collage because of cost and they don't think that it is worth it at the end.
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Logan Bennett
9/5/2017 10:08:22 am
David Leonhardt is arguing that college is a good investment despite many doubts due to rising tuition costs. He supports this argument with many facts of how those with college degrees earn much more in the workforce even in jobs where degrees aren't required. He also supports his argument by pointing out the fact that there are many colleges out there that are affordable to all classes of people after financial aid. I agree with Leonhardt that college is a good investment, I believe that I can find a better job with a degree than without and I believe that there are a lot pf affordable colleges that i can attend.
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Gerael Boulingui
9/5/2017 10:33:33 am
David Leonhardt in an article called , "Even for Cashiers, College Pays Off" argues that college degrees are useful to everyone regardless of the career or job you have. Leonhardt supports his argument by adding that going to college helps people mature and become more responsible adults. personally i agree that collge degrees are uselful to everyone because like Leonhardt said it grooms you to beome a more mature and responsible adult.
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Whitney Macri
9/5/2017 11:36:55 am
The author of this article David Leonhardt made an argument about supporting the education in colleges across the country. In the text Leonhardt shows the pros and cons of the support of college education one pro was from section 3 Leonhardt says "that last year full-time workers with a bachelors degree made 83 percent more than workers with just a high school diploma". A con from the same section in section 3 showed on statistics and studies, tuition is being paid off with jobs that earned with a degree. My position on this topic is that i firmly agree with supporting college education through young adults and there needs to be a higher need of support with pushing high school students through to higher education for a better career in the workforce and future and sustainable life.
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Franz-Robert Quaye
9/5/2017 11:41:27 am
The argument that the author, David Leonhardt is also that college is important and beneficial for success down the line. He supports his arguments in numerous sections of the article. For example, in section 3 when he says, "three decades ago, full-time workers with a bachelor's degree made 40% more than those with inly a high-school diploma. Last year, the gap reached 83%." I agree with Leonhardt that college is crucial to success in the future. A degree can go a very long way and is a big advantage and booster compared to a person without a degree.
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Armani Currie
9/5/2017 12:03:18 pm
In "Even For Cashiers, College Pays Off" by David Leonhardt he claims that despite your future job college can be useful to further your placement at that job . " A new study even shows that a bachelor's degree pays off for jobs that don't require one"(Paragraph 2). This illustrates that a person can go to college regardless of the job they choose. Leonhardt provides a counter claim that college has not improved over the last century and it can be costly.He rebuttals by saying colleges are not expensive with financial aid and he states facts throughout the article . I agree with Leonhardt claim because college can prepare you for any job by giving you better knowledge & skills to help you futher your future.
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Robert Ackerman
9/5/2017 12:35:27 pm
The author is making a claim saying that it still pays off to have a degree even if you don't get a job. The author's argument is supported by various statistics showing how college can be beneficial to young adults. Many may oppose with Leonhardt's claim, but I take his side of the argument. I believe that you have a higher chance of getting a job with good pay with the degree you worked for rather than not having a degree at all. It shows you as an employee what you're capable of.
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Brook Hoteling
9/5/2017 12:54:26 pm
The author of this article is making the argument that college for everyone is a good thing and that it has paid off in the long run. In section one paragraph two he writes "The educated American masses helped create the American century" this shows that she thinks that education for the masses is a good thing. In section two, paragraph three he adds a quote from David Autor, an M.I.T. economist in which he says " Sending more young Americans to college is not a panacea, Not sending them to college would be a disaster." This shows that there could be something bad that comes from not letting everyone go to college. i think that everyone should be able to go to college if they want to. If it wasn't offered to everyone it would be like picking favorites and then sending everyone else away. Also it's better to let people go to college if they want so that they can get a degree to do what they want, even if they don't do it right away.
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Matt Flynn
9/5/2017 01:46:10 pm
In the article, David Leonhardt argues that attending college will prove to be worth it later in life. He believes it will be worth the investment. Leonhardt also feels having a college will both directly and indirectly lead you to success eventually. In the text he states "three decades ago, full-time workers with a bachelor's degree made 40% more than those with inly a high-school diploma. Last year, the gap reached 83%." This fact proves that college is in fact worth the time and money. I agree with Leonhardt due to the fact that studies such as the one I cited have proven the value of having a college degree. There are very few strong arguments made for opting out of a college degree. Having a college degree will benefit you for the rest of your life.
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Naasih Brown
9/5/2017 01:53:10 pm
The author of the article is leaning towards the prospect that a college education is the way to go. The author believes the economic opportunities greatly outweigh the cost of a college degree, as it shows students with their bachelor degree or higher have a wide wage gap from those with lower levels of education. I agree that a college education is worth the cost. There will always be a limit to how much you can achieve with just a highschool education, while the chance of promotion and wage increases rise along with your education.
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Zylia Montes
9/5/2017 04:36:45 pm
The author is speaking about how college isnt something bad and people should consider it and it has its many perks. He speaks throughout the article about how college can help later in life even if you font see it now. My view on it is that college isnt something that can hurt you or make things worse for you so why not go through with it even if it dosent pay off as soon as you graduate it could come handy in the near future.
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nina bonilla
9/5/2017 04:48:50 pm
In the article, the author's argument is that the benefits outweigh the negatives when considering college. College is an important part of securing your place in the job market and improving your life. To support this, the author explains how most colleges have affordable tuition and programs to help like financial aid and loans and grants. The author also acknowledges the problems surrounding college, and explains that instead of abandoning the idea of college, we need to improve upon colleges to make it even better. I agree 100% with the message in the passage because I believe that college is an important resource in the pursuit of higher education.
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isaiah bonilla
9/5/2017 05:03:24 pm
The main argument addressed in the article is that college can give many opportunities to those in need of a better career. Also, that college has many pros despite its cons. This claim is supported by part 2 paragraph 2. In the text, the author states how new studies have shown that college can make people happier and healthier. This highlights how college can be an important experience for many young adults. My stance on this topic is in tune with the author, as I believe that college is a crucial part of having a successful future. Many jobs require some 2 - 4 year degree and more jobs are being created every day. This show the need for a new generation of college educated students.
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Savannah Graves
9/5/2017 06:08:41 pm
In the article "even for cashiers, college pays off" the author David Leonhardt makes a convincing argument supporting college education. Leohardts strongest evidence is in paragraph two where he states the pros of having a college degree. He states "A new study even shows that a bachelors degree pays off for jobs that don't require one." Even if you may think you won't need a college degree to move forward in life its always good to have just in case life doesn't work out the way you planned. I agree with Leonhard. Everyone should go to college. A lot of jobs these days require at least a bachelors degree which makes it hard to have a decent job without college education. College leads us all to success.
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Joshua Bliss
9/5/2017 06:27:00 pm
3. The augment made by the author is no matter what job you have, having a college degree is a good thing. One point made is that the gap in wage is higher. “three decades ago, full-time workers with a bachelor’s degree made 40 percent more” but in 2010 “the gap reached 83 percent.” On this topic, I would say I agree. Going with the text, the return with going to college is huge but it will take a while.
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John Berry
9/5/2017 06:45:34 pm
In this article David Leonhardt is making the argument that a college education is worth the investment in any field. He cites studies that show that even in fields that don't require them, a college degree allows people to earn more than those without one, and that, even though the cost is big, the return on investment is higher than it is for stocks or real estate. While I am not super knowledgable on the topic of how a college education effects careers that don't require it, based on the statistics in the article, I tend to agree with David that it is a good investment, even if you just want to be a painter or plumber.
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Thomas Ottaway
9/5/2017 07:29:06 pm
In an article for The New York Times, David Leonhardt argues that just as we made a high school education the norm in the early 20th century, we should now make college the norm in the 21st century. Leonhardt’s argument is a primarily economic one, and is backed up by many statistics. First, he notes that while tuition costs have been rising, the ”average net tuition and fees at public four-year colleges [in the 2010-11 school year] were only about $2,000.” (p. 2 paragraph 2) He acknowledges skeptics point that the income gap between college grads and high school grads isn’t growing as fast as it used to be, but shoots it down by pointing out that the gap is more than twice as large as it was 30 years ago and is still growing. (p. 2 paragraphs 3-4) He also brings up a study done by the Hamilton project which found that a college education was a better investment of one’s money than basically anything else (twice the return of stocks and over fifteen times the return of real-estate). (p. 2 paragraph 5). There is no question in my mind that college is a good investment on average. However, it is worth considering that if you do not graduate, college does not pay off. This is because the wage gap is less a cause of college grads being smarter and better prepared, and more because many of the top employers will accept only college graduates.
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David Dimase
9/5/2017 08:06:59 pm
In the New York Times article, David Leonhardt argues that college is a complete necessity for a successful future. He believes that the cost is well worth the education because you are at a much lower risk of being jobless, and much more likely to have a higher paying job. He states that a job that may not match the degree you have is still better than not having a degree at all because you are less likely to find a job in the first place. I firmly agree with Leonhardt's point of view because having a degree greatly reduces your risk of not finding a job in the future.
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Benjamin James Bulauan
9/5/2017 09:24:21 pm
David Leonhardt, produced the article "Even for cashiers, college pays off" for "The New York Times", offering that a college degree should be acquired even for jobs that don't necessarily require one. In this article, David claims that going to college is a worthwhile investment. This claim is supported throughout the text, the author made points such as how the cost is actually not as high as many have you think, and that the education provided to you by colleges could be used for the long run. I believe that this article has strong points to its claims, and it does make valid points that would make me question my beliefs, so I agree with the article's stance that college is worthwhile. However, I also believe that there is much wrong with the college system, such as big companies monopolizing exams, and the still-high cost of tuition and textbooks. These should be handled with grants or government aid.
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Barbara Delaney
9/5/2017 09:37:58 pm
In his artical David Leonhardt etablishes and defends his claim that in order to have a sucessful future in todays society you need a college education. He uses studies that show that even in postions that dont require degrees those who have a degree get paid more than those who dont have one. He states that even if the degree has nothing to do with the job you get, it will benefit you by helping you get the job because you appear more qualified than applicants who dont have a college education. I agree with Leonhardt's point if veiw that a college education is needed to get by i dont agree that should be how the system works. The system is rigged so that the less fortunate dont have the chance to better themselves because they cant afford a expensive education.
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kristina billings
9/6/2017 02:00:37 pm
David Leonhardt argues that college in the long run is a better investment than skipping and joining a nearby supermarket or fast-food restaurant. Leonhardt assesses that students with a degree not only earn double the make of regular jobs, but also seem happier and healthier. With the cost of colleges decreasing and the need for diplomas increasing, what is the real risk? He also dismisses the common stereotype of colleges only accepting the highest average people. Colleges every year encourage students to join their community. They look past averages, and recruit people who are willing and ready to work and earn it. I absolutely agree with Leonhardt. The opportunities that a degree offers should not be overlooked or taken lightly. People should feel encouraged and try to better their chances at achieving greater job standings. College isn’t a risk, but a step on the road to your dreams. You always miss the chances you don’t take, and you shouldn’t miss one that is as accessible as education.
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Seh meh
9/6/2017 08:42:24 pm
In the article "Even for cashiers, colleges paid off" David Leonhardt firmly stands on the side that college degree makes a person happier and pays off all the hard work. People who finished their education are more likely to enjoy their job and have more chances of being employed. (3)"Education help people do higher skilled work". David author, an MIT economist also agree that sending student to college base more advantage. College degree pays off even with jobs such as cashiers and secretaries which don't require a degree because employer looks for people with higher level of education. I agree with David's argument because college does lead one to a happier and more successful life in the future. There are more jobs available to those who finished college.
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Mat Adler
9/6/2017 08:45:54 pm
Firstly, yeah, I know this is like a month late. But I signed up for this class after this assignment was due, so... I think that's a pretty good excuse.
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Regan Hunt
9/6/2017 09:22:36 pm
In the article, "Even for Cashiers, College Pays Off," the author gives his own claim about the benefits of recieving a higher education. He includes a quote from an M.I.T. economist, as well as statistics, to support his argument. In section 3, paragraph 3, the author provides the average price of college after financial aid, which is only about $2,000. He uses these sources and his own personal opinions to develop his position in support of college. I agree with this position because of the multiple reasons he gives, such as the wage disparities and the overall return on investment.
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Kevina Burgess
9/6/2017 09:24:19 pm
In the article "Even For Cashiers, College Pays Off" by David Leonhardt He claims that college education is more important than people think it is. He proves this by providing in the text that a Majority of jobs require a degree, in order to full fill the requirements. I personally believe his claim is true not only because its a job requirement, but because furthering your education is pretty important. Rather than just entering right into the working field - although you cant really get into a good one-. You are filled with more knowledge and experience with your job. Not only that but the working field is a competitions so having that degree puts you ahead of a group of people who don't.
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sativa green
9/7/2017 12:21:23 pm
The author, David Leonhardt made an argument about supporting college education. This is supported throughout the article by providing the pros and cons of college. One pro was that college teaches skills that is useful for many different type of jobs other than those in the academics (section 5). One con was that based on statistics and studies, tuition is being paid off with jobs that earned with a degree (section 3). My position on this topic is that I agree with supporting college education because we need more young adult to attend college after high school in order to have a successful future and a better career in life.
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9/7/2017 01:10:00 pm
In the article, David Leonhardt argues that attending college will help you have better knowledge and a better investment believe that those who have a degree get paid more than those who don't have one
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fatmata keita
9/7/2017 09:40:33 pm
In the article "Even for Cashiers, College pays of", the author states that it is beneficial to have degree even though some career don't necessarily require them. He addresses one key reason that stop student form attending college and that is tuition cost. That one financial aid is taken into consideration then the cost isn't that expensive.Attending college improves skills that are important if you want to be successful in life.
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Isaiah Beatty
9/8/2017 08:33:13 am
The author is pro college in this article. He tackles one point brought up by people on the opposite side of the discussion which is the price of college. One thing from the text that there is a problem with is that the lessons learned in college could be more important than the academics. Of course discipline is a nice skill to have in a work environment but when it comes to college the most important thing you should learn should come from your classes which in some cases just is not true. Its also weird that the author says college is affordable but after says that could change depending on Congress changing federal financial aid and making cuts to it potentially debunking himself
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Felix Correa
9/8/2017 08:54:19 am
In the article "even for cashiers, college pays off" the author David Leonhardt makes a convincing argument supporting college education. Leohardts strongest evidence is in paragraph two where he states the pros of having a college degree. He states "A new study even shows that a bachelors degree pays off for jobs that don't require one." Even if you may think you won't need a college degree to move forward in life its always good to have just in case life doesn't work out the way you planned. I agree with Leonhard. Everyone should go to college. A lot of jobs these days require at least a bachelors degree which makes it hard to have a decent job without college education.
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leesand Donson-valz
9/8/2017 10:12:50 am
In the article "Even for Cashiers, College Pays Off" for the "New York Times' the author David Leonhardt is making a argument whether or not students should invest there time in college instead of getting a regular job after high school. There are a lot of pros cons to this article a positive for students to go to college is that it is beneficial because it in improves skills, like discipline and persistence. A con would be that after college it isn't a guarantee that you will be able to get jobs. The author believes that college will be a great opportunity and is a now a job requirement to attend.
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Gabby Gaudio
9/8/2017 10:58:00 am
In the article, the author is arguing that is better to have a college education. he supports his argument by giving pros and cons about college. One of the cons was that students didnt go to school because of the tuition cost. A pro was that students learn discipline and persistence. I believe that students should go to college because it is better to have a degree in something rather than nothing, and it'll be easier to get a job in the future
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juan rowlett
9/8/2017 12:43:02 pm
he argues that collage education is important. He gives both the positive and negative's about collage. its better to have a degree and it will be easy to get a job
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jennifer morales
9/8/2017 12:45:12 pm
David Leonhardt argues that a higher level of education has a significant impact on all people. He claims that college is a investment and supports his claim by explaining costs may not be as high as they seem and those who go to school beyond high school become more skilled than those who don't. I agree because a college education helps the people to grow more and opens a person to more successful outcomes in their lives. instead of being told by everyone this is how you make success many people skip college and still do great things in their life, it is all based on what the individual wants to do.
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Afeer Masih
9/8/2017 12:51:02 pm
The authors argues that college education will help you get better jobs or even you can open you business as it stats that is section 4. You also have high paying jobs. Also in section 5 the author talks about college teaches life skill other than academics. College teaches skills like persistence and discipline which could help you maintaining a job and your personal life. I also believe with the author college can help you in many different ways other than only academics. This also prove that college takes a big part in out society.
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Ma. Pherine Macua
9/8/2017 12:52:31 pm
In this article, " Even for cashiers college pays off", argues that college is not all about academics but for sure also teaches about life skills and discipline. This shows that students who attend college have higher opportunities to get a better job because they are educated not only academically but also the general skills that we need in our daily life. In paragraph 5, the author states that, " Either way, the general skills that college teach, like discipline and persistence, maybe more important than academics anyway." This proves that college is not only for academics but its more about teaching us what we need in life to be successful. I agree on what this article is arguing because I've seen people become more mature and more disciplined as they study in college.
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Cameron Merrill
9/8/2017 01:34:31 pm
In he article "Even for Cashiers College Pays Off", the author argues that along with getting a higher education college also teaches you valuable life skills. In the article he claims that college is an investment and costs may not be as high as they seem, and people who go to school beyond high school can learn to make success for themselves. I agree with the authors claims college is a useful tool and can teach you life skills that you might never learn otherwise.
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Renee Wright
9/8/2017 02:09:24 pm
David Leonhardt, the author of the article, argues that college education is vital even though there are cons, which include skepticism and the steps needed for enrollment. David Leonhardt is an American journalist who writes for the New York Times from a progressive perspective and his columns are published on tuesdays. He was born on the first day of january in 1973 in New York City and attended Horace Mann School, Jonathan Edwards College, and Yale University. In the article David expresses the significance of college education and how it is beneficial to many high school students. A quote from the article states that “Sending young americans to college is not a panacea...Not sending them would be a disaster.” later on the author mentions that it is important to dissect the anti-college argument as well, and this indicates that the author highly supports the interference of college education more than the abandonment of it. I fully agree with Mr. Leonhardt mainly because higher level education should always be an option for ALL high school students and people should encourage the establishment of college education to improve the confidence and functioning of students.
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Diazjhanique Scott
9/8/2017 02:44:24 pm
The argument agrees that people should go to college even though there aren't always the best outcomes. This text is supported in a lot of different areas in this article. The first paragraph down to the to end of the article explains why you David Leonhardt supports going to college. The position of this article is to encourage everyone to support high school students to go to school.
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Graciela Pagan Cortes
9/8/2017 04:47:33 pm
In this article the author is presenting the argument that people have to go to college to be able to have a good future. This is supported in the middee of the article. And yes he is right and the main reason is that people that go to college get paid better thtan the people thta just have a high school diploma. 30 years ago the percent was 40% however thta percent has gone up to 83%, and its a huge difference not just in the charts, but also i the lives of the people everyday.
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Gabriela Ravelo
9/9/2017 02:49:15 pm
In this artical David Leonhardt etablishes and defends his belief that in order to obtain a successful future, In todays society, a college education is a necessity. He utilizes studies that describe that even in postions that don't require degrees those who do have a college degree get paid more than those who don't have one. Leonhardt states that even if the degree has little to do with the job one obtains, it will still be beneficial when it comes to actually applying/getting the job due to one appearing more qualified than other applicants who don't have a college degree. I agree with Leonhardt's claim that a college education is needed to get by in life, given the statistics. Yet, I don't agree that a college degree determines a persons ability to be successful.
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Harry Zay
9/10/2017 03:09:47 pm
This article by David Leonhardt gives a more positive approach to college. The article shows that a Bachelor’s Degree pays off for jobs that don’t even require one. Leonhardt states that people who receive a Bachelor’s Degree, make significantly more because the education they gain allows them to do higher skilled work, get jobs with better paying companies, or even open their own business. The article even stated that full time workers with a Bachelor’s Degree made 40 percent more than those who just had a high school diploma. This is information that so many people try to present to young students. I know that I have heard that people who go to college, get paid more, but I have never really heard the true facts about it all. I think all students should learn more about this information because it shows the reward of gaining a degree.
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Maria Elmardi
9/10/2017 05:53:21 pm
The argument the author is making is that even though you dont get the job you want with the degree you have, it is still good to have it, The moral of the article is to encourage students to want to go to college.
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Naim Burgess
9/10/2017 06:03:09 pm
David Leonhardt makes an argument to support college education. In section 5 he states that college teaches general life skills such as persistence and discipline which is helpful in much more than academics. My opinion on the topic is that college should help people grow and mature so I do agree with this article for the simple fact that nobody can learn enough about living a better life .
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Sophie Zampariolo
9/10/2017 07:40:29 pm
David Leonhardt makes the claim having a college degree can be beneficial even though your occupation may not require one. He argues this by stating how beyond the fact that there is clear evidence of people making more money who have college degrees, these people are also happier and healthier due to education. I agree that there are more beneficial aspects to a college education than just the wealth that may come with it.
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Ma'Kiaya Brown
9/10/2017 09:40:50 pm
In " even for cashiers, college pays off " the publisher David Leonhart was arguing how beneficial and valuable a college degree is he points out that even if your job doesn't require any college degrees it'll still be beneficial to you because you'll get a higher pay rate. In section 4 paragraph 14 he says " Education helps people do higher-skilled work, get jobs with better paying companies or even open their own business " I agree with his argument because having college degrees doesn't only mean better pay but you're gaining more education, and a type of discipline college is a great investment and is beneficial to your life as a whole.
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Aubrey Halloran
9/10/2017 10:30:05 pm
In the article "Even for casheirs, college pays off" the author David leonhardt argues how valuable a college degree is, whether that may be that your job requires it or not it should still give you value in many other ways. The support for this statement can be found in section 4 where he says "Another study....shows that college has big benefits even in many fields where a degree is not crucial." I agree with this argument mostly because a degree can help a lot in the future when it comes down to a job. Altogether a college degree is well worth it and very valuable.
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Zakiyyah King
9/11/2017 09:23:35 am
David Leonhardt author of the article "Even For Cashiers College Pays Off" makes the argument that college will benefit you no matter what occupation you choose to peruse. In section 5 he states that college teaches persistence and discipline which are general life skills which not only benefit education but real life situations. I agree with this argument because even if you don't come out of college more academically smart you will come out with life lessons that teach you how to navigate the real world
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Edgar Alamo-Benitez
9/11/2017 09:21:12 pm
The argument that David Leonhardt author of this article ''Even For Cashiers College Pays Off'' is that when you go to college they should help you out no matter what you chose to do in life. In text 5 ''Either way, the general skills that colleges teach, like discipline and persistence, may be more important than academics anyway. I agree with text and the author argument because it doesn't matter if you come out with a degree or not the important part is you got taught well go life lessons so when you go out to the real and live your life with nobody guiding you other then you guiding yourself you would had learned something that can help you in the real world and with the skills that you have could also help you in the real world and also finding a job that best fit your skill that your best and looking for in that job.
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Hannah Cocco
9/11/2017 10:02:59 pm
The argument the author David Leonhardt makes in the article "Even for Cashiers College Pays Off" is that everyone should obtain a higher education because it teaches people more than just academics "the general skills that college teach like discipline and persistence may be more important than academics anyway" (page 3 section 5). Also most people want or encourage college "when researchers asked low-income teenagers how much more college graduates made then non-graduates the teenagers made excellent estimates." (page 3 section 6). I agree with this article because college teaches and raises moral values and will force you to gain real world experience and knowledge that high school classes can't teach students.
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Diandra Hennessy
9/12/2017 09:01:51 am
The argument that David Leonhardt makes in the article is to support college education. Leonhardt supports his argument by addressing the upsides of college education, such as how college education teaches skills useful for many different jobs other than those in academics. He also describes the advantages of getting a college degree on low level jobs that are commonly related to those who choose not to get a college education. Leonhardt also makes the point that receiving a college education will be worth it in the end. I agree with Leonhardt and his valid points that he used to support college education because receiving a higher education will give you that extra advantage in getting a higher paying job than those who don’t attend college.
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yo boi mari
9/12/2017 10:03:06 am
Leonhardt's argument in "Even for Cashiers, College Pays Off" is that college grants more than academic benefits. He makes arguments based on his own experience of self-discipline as well as persistance. I agree that it's very important to go to college, as it'll teach you how to become an independent person and learn how to take care of yourself.
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Alexis Flynn
9/12/2017 10:04:57 am
In this article, the author, David Leonhardt, defends his argument that college is very beneficial when pursuing your future. He supports his stance by expressing the points that not seriously considering college as a possibility "...encourages children, parents, and schools to aim low" (section 3). He also goes on to provide research and data of studies that reinforce his argument, claiming that those with jobs who do not have a college degree make a significantly lower amount of yearly pay than those with careers with the assistance of a degree (section 4). Furthermore, he points out that despite the incredibly heavy cost of college, there are scholarships and other financial opportunities and aids to lessen the financial burden (section 3). I believe that though college does have a wide variety of benefits, it is not mandatory, and that one can very easily live a financially maintainable and successful life without college experience. It is unrealistically expensive, and not every job demands a degree.
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jadelynn charleston
9/12/2017 10:15:07 am
In this article "even for cashiers , college pays off" the author David Leonhard argues that most people feel like they don't need a collage education but having one or having a degree can help you make a better career even a job like construction , police officer, plumer retail and secretaries. in the text in the 4th section it says "education helps people do higher skilled work ,get job with better paying companies or open their own businesses" .I think that having a higher educatin level can help you in life as like getting payed more because you learned more .
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Kacie Melendez
9/12/2017 12:55:35 pm
In this article, Leonhardt argues that no matter what career path someone may take a college degree is more beneficial than just a high school degree. He claims that even careers that do not require a college degree reward higher pay to individuals with one. He supports his argument by utilizing logos, providing many sources to help defend his argument. He also states that besides the clear evidence of higher pay that people with college degrees are happier and healthier because of their education. I agree with Leonhardt's argument because the benefits that come along with college out weigh the cost.
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purity rahman
9/12/2017 01:06:35 pm
David Leonhardt argues that attending college is important no matter what your career choice may be. He backs up with claims by stating the number of expenses college brings but argues how more advanced people who go to college are rather those who don't. I agree with this argument because knowledge is power and the more education you have the more well rounded you are.
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Francis AJ Uy
9/12/2017 01:08:47 pm
The author of this passage was stating that college is worth the time for each and everyone of us. He was expressing that college is another level of maturity process for us. Its not just a pathway to a better job, but also it teaches one to maintain a very successful personal life. Section 5 supports that college teaches a person to be disciplined and well matured which is a big factor for an incoming adult. Section 4 explains that college allows an individual to be highly trained and specialized after those years of education. I highly agree with the topic of this passage because I believe that college is really needed because advanced education can pull you away from the others who doesn't have that credibility. It separates you from all the people around you who did not have that experience which is a big factor when an employer looks at your resume when you're applying for your dream job.
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Hope DaViincii
9/12/2017 02:32:54 pm
David Leonhardt is making the argument that college is most beneficial to people applying for jobs where it isn't a requirement. For instance, in paragraph two of his article, Even For Cashiers, College Pays Off, he writes,"The evidence is overwhelming that college is a better investment for most graduates than in the past. A new study even shows that a bachelor's degree pays off for jobs that don't require one: secretaries, plumbers, and cashiers." I believe that if going to college will increase your financial income then go for it. A heftier paycheck for only approximately two years of college is definitely worth the time.
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Quasiajah
9/12/2017 02:48:20 pm
The author of this article is stating that college is well worth it. College is whole another level of maturity us. It teaches one to maintain and continue a very successful life. he explains that being a cashier shouldn't make you feel embarrassed it should make you feel proud your being independent and getting things done on your own with YOUR money. I don't think there's nothing wrong w a job on the side to pay for things you definitely need during college.
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Elijah Howard
9/12/2017 04:08:07 pm
The author of this article makes the argument that college is worth of anyone that goes to it. As not only is it beneficial for us, but also for our jobs. Even jobs that don't require something like a Bachelor's degree; i.e. jobs like being a construction worker, police officer, plumber, secretary; all make significantly more compared to someone without a degree. This is because education helps people do higher-skilled work, and allows them to also get jobs with better-paying companies and/or open up their own enterprises. However, this does not mean that colleges are without any flaw. Many of them have graduation rates that are dreadful, yet to improve colleges we can't abandon them. I agree on this, college is most certainly worth the time, more-so the skills and knowledge we gain from it. Colleges may not be perfect, but with more people going to it, the more we can improve colleges around the world. Not everyone may go to college, but it is essential that more people go to it, as we all benefit from it. We benefit from going to college, not only as individuals, but as a societal whole, and this includes the economical whole as well.
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George Franco
9/12/2017 08:49:01 pm
David Leonhardt, the author of " Even for cashiers, college pays off " argues everyone should go to college because a better education a better life. In the 4th paragraph, the author states that, " Education helps people do higher-skilled work, get jobs with better-paying companies or open their own businesses" In my opinion. i think college is something that everyone should experience, because college gives you that strength to do better and it matures you.
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Calena Rodriguez
9/13/2017 10:41:50 am
David Leonhardt etablishes and defends his claim, ‘in order to have a sucessful future in todays society you need a college education’ throughout his article. He uses studies that showed that even in postions that may not require degrees, those who do have a one get paid more than those who dont. He argues that even if the degree has nothing to do with the job you get, having that a degree will benefit you help you to get the job because you appear more qualified than applicants who have not gotten a college education. I agree with Leonhardt's point of veiw that a college education is needed to get by i disagree that, this how the system sould work. The system is rigged so that the less fortunate dont have the chance to better themselves because they cant afford a expensive education.
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Isabel Washington
9/13/2017 11:34:59 am
David Leonhardt the author of the article "Even for Cashiers, College Pays Off" takes a stance on whether he believes that schooling pays off or not. He starts out his theory by countering his own beliefs by saying how early Europeans believed high school wasn't needed. But then he goes on to share how early European intellectuals argued against that. Throughout the article they talk about both sides. Many of the people who believe it to be unnecessary either don't have money for later schooling or have to pay for there kids to attend. I believe his opinion about how the settlers helped create the "American" century seemed a bit of a bias and counterintuitive to use to fuel that "his ideas" on whether schooling (college) pays off. Personally I feel like a college education isn't necessary for all but it is a good thing to fall back in and to have if you aren't where you want to be in your career. Having a degree offers a broad spectrum of jobs to choose from, and gives a roomful of options.
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Dean Cotanda
9/13/2017 02:32:24 pm
When it comes to college, paying for it could be a little too much. The author explained what college can do and how it can be worth the time. Colleges not only teach academics, but it changes the level of maturity a student have. For example, in section 5 it said that” either way, the general skills that colleges teach, like discipline and persistence, may be more important, this shows colleges don’t just focus on academics, but also trying to shape the students overall maturity. Although the expenses prevents a lot of students going to college, many colleges rely on the students themselves because the more students go the more the college will improve.
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isabella perez
9/13/2017 02:37:21 pm
- the argument the author is making is that paying for college can be very pricey if you don't have a lot of financial help. the author explained that college can do a lot for you and definitely worth your time. it is supported in section 5 and it says general skills college teach like persistence, dicipline and it shows college is more than just schooling.its makes you into a better person more organized and well put out.
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jesica
9/13/2017 03:12:34 pm
David Leonardo states that's college is better to invest in then doing supermarket jobs and fast foods places. Leonardo says earn double then regular jobs and people seem more happier also he says the opportunities that a degree offers shouldn't be over looked. people should feel motivated to try and do better at achieving their goals.
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Kevin White
9/13/2017 06:42:40 pm
In the article "Even for Cashiers, College Pays Off", David Leonhardt is making the argument that college is one of, if not the most important part of getting an education. This is because you are taught in college lots of skills about life and in general. Paragraph 5 states, "Either way, the general skills colleges teach, like discipline and persistence, may be more important than academics anyway. I agree with the author because getting a college degree is what can help you get a job that you wouldnt get with a high school diploma.
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Alexis mccormick
9/14/2017 08:15:00 am
David Leonhardt argues that students shoud go to collge or not and if it effects their lives
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Zeyda Falu
9/14/2017 10:44:09 am
The argument that David Leonhardt makes in the article is to support college education.As not only is it beneficial for us, but also for our jobs. Even jobs that don't require something like a Bachelor's degree; i.e. jobs like being a construction worker, police officer, plumber, secretary; all make significantly more compared to someone without a degree.
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Davi Ginsburg
9/14/2017 10:47:21 am
The argument in this article made by David Leonhardt supports college education. Throughout the article they talk about both sides. Many people who believe it to be unnecessary generally don't have money for later schooling or have to pay for their kids to attend or have basic needs met. I believe his opinion about how the settlers helped create the "American" century seemed a bit of a bias and counterintuitive to use to fuel that "his ideas" on whether schooling (college) pays off. Personally I feel like a college education isn't necessarily for all. However, having a degree offers a broad spectrum of jobs to choose from, and gives a roomful of options, even if you're discouraged from going just because you don't know what you want to do.
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Zakaria Farina
9/14/2017 10:55:14 am
David Leonhardt made a convincing argument in his article about college. In his article, "Even for cashiers, college pays off," he makes an argument that getting a college education is better than not getting one. He supports this by showing that even for jobs that don't require a bachelor's degree getting one gives an advantage to a person and that even a bachelor degree made fourty percent of more than those with an high school degree.i agree with his position because of his convicining statistics
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Zheina Asencio
9/14/2017 01:12:39 pm
The argument that David Leonhardt makes is to support college education. Having a college education is really important to successful in life. David Leonhardt supports his argument by providing the advantage and disadvantages of college education.One advantage was that based on statistics and studies, tuition is being paid off with jobs that earned with a degree & disadvantage is that not many people are ready for a college education. My position on this topic is that if you have opportunity to go to college you should take advantage because nothing is better than having a good education in life.
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Haille Hart
9/14/2017 01:46:31 pm
In the article "Even for Cashiers, College Pays off by David Leonhardt, he makes an argument that supports college education. In the text he states that getting a college education is better than not getting one. He supports this by showing that even for jobs that don't require a bachelor's degree getting one gives an advantage to a person. My opinion on this topic is that if you have the opportunity to further your education you should take advantage of it.
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Madison Elia
9/14/2017 02:36:22 pm
In the article "Even for Cashiers, College Pays Off", David Leonhardt makes the argument that a college education is good for everyone no matter what job you end up getting as an adult. Leonhardt states that a college degree is beneficial for everyone and that having one gets you a better money than someone else who doesn't have one. I believe that having a degree no matter your job is a good thing because the big cost of college is worth the amounts of more money you'll make in the future.
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Diamonique Kelly
9/14/2017 02:39:46 pm
David Leonhardt is arguing that college is a better decision for most high school graduates than in the past. In paragraph 2 Leonhardt says, "A new study even shows that a bachelor's degree pays off for jobs that don't require one: secretaries, plumbers, and cashiers. And, beyond money, education seems to make people happier and healthier." The higher the education level you have the higher position you could have in jobs that are smaller and don't require college education. Also the more money you get the happier you'll be. I agree with the author because nobody wants to have a simple job as a career. You can get a better high paying job just by doing 2 years in college.
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Seamus Seymour
9/14/2017 06:17:08 pm
In the article “Even for Cashiers, College Pays Off” the author David Leonhardt argument in the matter of debt does college pay off for every student? The evidence is overwhelming that college is a good investment for the student and in turn the world. College has shown that students do acquire skills in college that have big benefits even for many fields that do not require a degree and it is not always very expensive. Education helps people do higher-skilled positions, get jobs that pay well or give them skills to help them open their own business. There are general skills that college teaches such as discipline, maturity, and persistence. The returns from a degree are on the rise. Three decades ago, “full-time workers with a bachelor’s degree made 40 percent more than those with only a high-school diploma.” As of last year, “the gap reached 83 percent” and that is more than doubled. A research group in Washington did a comparison of college with other investments and found that “college tuition delivered an inflation-adjusted annual return of more than 15 percent.” For comparison sake “stocks historical return is 7 percent and real estate is less than 1 percent.”Skeptics like to say “that the income gap isn’t rising as fast as it once was, especially for college graduates who don’t get an advanced degree.” They also say that college saddles students with debt, doesn’t guarantee a good job, and it isn’t necessary for many jobs. I agree with the author that the benefits of college outweigh the debt incurred and there are economical ways to attend college. In the article David Autor and MIT economist who studies the labor markets states “sending more young Americans to college is not a solution, but not sending them would be a disaster.” The article also states “that beyond money, education seems to make people happier and healthier.”
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Carlos Amay
9/14/2017 08:17:49 pm
The author is supporting college education, hes supporting it by saying college teaches you general life skills and it creates opportunities for people and help them have a higher salary. He proves this by proving relative statistics on the subject. I believe that college is very important in helping you achieve the career you want.
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Danisha Agosto-Hernandez
9/14/2017 08:30:53 pm
The author is speaking about how college isn't something bad and how people should consider going because it has its many perks. He speaks throughout the article about how college can help later in life even if you don't see it now. My view on it is that college isn't something that can hurt you or make things worse for you so why not go through with it even if it doesn't pay off as soon as you graduate it could come handy in the far future
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Quentin Rodriguez
9/14/2017 08:49:59 pm
Having a degree can help you make more money. You can see this in section 4, paragraph 4. A college degree will help your income level in your future, It shows you have skills.
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Joshua Garces
9/14/2017 08:57:05 pm
The claim that the author is making is even if you don’t get a job having a college degree is still worthwhile. Many statistics throughout the article explain how the experience of college alone can be extremely beneficial to the lives of young adults. I agree with Leonhardt's claim, though a few problems are present. I believe that you have a higher chance of getting a job with good pay with the degree you worked for rather than not having a degree at all. The problem is college is expensive and for most people, needs to pay of past off with more than just education. I do believe that if you can afford it the higher education you gain alone is worth it.
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Terri Ingram
9/14/2017 08:58:18 pm
In this article the argument that the author is making is to support education in college. It was stated that the new ranks of high school graduates made factories more efficient and new industries possible. Also Carnevale and Stephe J. Rose of Georgetown broke down the college premium by occupations and showing that college has big benefits even in many fields where a degree is not crucial. This follows the pattern of the early 20th century, when blue and white collar workers alike benefited from having a high school diploma. I agree with this article because with out a higher level of education we won't be able to do certain things that require you to have a higher level of education
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Charles Van Ness
9/14/2017 09:40:38 pm
The argument of the article is that, despite what skeptics say about it being unnecessary, college is an important part of life that can be beneficial to everyone. The article supports this by citing statistics stating how people make far more money on average with a degree than without one, even for careers not requiring one, and "many colleges aren't that expensive" when financial aid is taken into account. Personally, while I don't think college is entirely necessary, it is necessary for many professions, and undeniably makes it easier to find a job. On the other hand, taking a major with little to no job market can lead to some serious problems for the person. The choice certainly goes on a case-by-case basis, and I'm not gonna sit here trying to convince other people to make different decisions.
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Angel Machado
9/14/2017 10:52:26 pm
In the article "Even for cashiers, college pays off" the argument is that college can help anyone even if your job dosent require a degree. This is supported in section 2, which states that going to college and getting a degree can improve your life in the long run. I believe that everyone should go to college because it's benificial to you.
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Unam Ali
9/15/2017 12:10:19 am
The following New York Times article, titled, "Even For Cashiers, College Pays Off" by David Leonhardt argues for the prioritization of pursuing a higher education degree. Going to college has become an increasingly better investment throughout the years and will continue to do so as employers seek out more and more college graduates to work for them. Even the employment rates for college graduates have gone up through the years, as assured in section 3, where Leonhardt states "Three decades ago, full time workers with a bachelor's degree made 40 percent more than those with only a high school degree. Last year, the gap reached 83 percent." One could without a doubt view this statistic as fairly impressive and put into consideration just how useful and time efficient it is to attend college. I personally agree with all of this and believe that college should be more widely considered, but before that, more widely accessible. The opportunity to even pursue higher education should not be downsized and more people should consider and be able to therefore reap the benefits of attending and graduating from college.
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Erika Leonard
9/15/2017 05:11:08 am
In this article, Leonhardt argues that a college degree benefits anyone. He believes that we should not be discouraging it just because of fears of tuition costs, citing statistics that they often are paid off without major problems. He notes that there are flaws in the education system, but does not believe that this should deter students. I wholeheartedly disagree with him. I believe in encouraging youth to seek other options that are out there until higher education is made more easily accessible. I don't care if a cashier can make 40% more with a degree if all that money is going to pay off the hundreds of thousands of dollars they owe. Before a college education is more easily accessible, we should encourage students to explore other options and stop presenting it as the only/best path for everyone.
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Will Smith
9/15/2017 07:26:40 am
The argument that David Leonhardt was trying to make was that college helps everyone. The author proves that by giving out statistics about how college helped the people that attended. That people shouldn't discourage college because of the tuition that they would have to pay to get in. The author states that the college system have their flaws but shouldn't let that scare them.My point of view on the situation is that if your willing to do whatever it takes to futher your education then go for it.
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Gwyss dell'Acqua.
9/15/2017 09:13:49 am
David Leonhardt, author of the article "Even for cashiers, college pays off" for "The New York Times" writes about how the earning of a college degree can further your career, even in jobs that do not require secondary education.
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Gwyss dell'Acqua
9/15/2017 09:16:12 am
David Leonhardt, author of the article "Even for cashiers, college pays off" for "The New York Times" writes about how the earning of a college degree can further your career, even in jobs that do not require secondary education.
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Malia McFarland
9/15/2017 10:33:41 am
Saying just because you don't have a good job doesn't mean u cant go to college to become better and move you up to something higher and bigger then just a cashier. I feel that's very much true because it can move you to become better in whatever job u got next
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Esther
9/15/2017 10:57:17 am
In the article " even for cashiers,college pays off" David leongardts argument is collage pays off no matter what job u chose because even the jobs the don't really require decreases get better pay for having one. He uses examples of different jobs and the correlation of those who went to college he also used examples of different articles that supported his idea but still stated toe critics side which gave reads a chance to come to there own conclusion on the topic. I believe that having a collage degree is beneficial and with skill can help u along life more easily cause u always have something to fall back on but I don't believe that having a collage degree is apposilutly nessicrey when it come to being successful because at the end of the day hard work and dedication to ones goal almost always pays of so yes I believe in collage and a higher education but at what cost.
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Khadijah Tillery
9/15/2017 11:29:14 am
In the article "Even for cashiers, college pays off" the author argues with attending college equals better jobs or a definite legit career. Attending college is a great decision and it can help you with your future but its not so bad if you don't attend, I believe there are many ways to become successful without college.
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Shvaysha Tucker
9/15/2017 11:46:56 am
In the article Even for cashiers college pays off by David Leonhard, the author argues that college will help you get better jobs and nice career in the future. Also, people shouldn't discourage college because of the tuition that they would have to pay to get in.
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Empress Victory
9/15/2017 12:59:38 pm
The argument the author, David Leonhardt, is making is the going to college and getting an education is worth it money and skills wise. This argument is supported in section 4 paragraph 14 where it says, "Education helps people do higher-skilled work, get jobs with better-paying companies or open their own business." I completely agree with this argument because without a education it harder to do and get certain jobs. College will help you find that job or the skills you need for a certain job to excel at that job or career you are in.
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Gabrielle Rodriguez
9/15/2017 01:00:36 pm
This article argues that attending college pays off. Also that even for the lowest jobs that college is helpful. Having an education can help you move up in your job field, or career. This is supported in the text by discussing the pros and cons of a college education. I believe that college education is very important because when you have a higher education you are more open/ eligible for higher level jobs in your field that you enjoy.
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Che Phillips
9/15/2017 01:02:21 pm
The argument that the author gives is that college makes life better for everyone. Leonhardt article states that even when colleges graduates get jobs that don't require a degree they still make more and are more successful then people who don't get a degree. I believe that people should only go to college if they are truly passionate about it, because even if a cashier make 40% more it still wouldn't lead you to a good career.
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Elijah Perdue
9/15/2017 02:19:00 pm
The author, David Leonhardt discussed that going to college can lead you to a successful job & life. He support his argument by providing examples of people who went to college that are doing good in life & talked about the bad things that could occur due to not having a college degree. I agree with the going to college part for an higher education, but i disagree with the fact you need college to be someone in life.
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Katherine Hartman
9/15/2017 02:20:39 pm
David leonhardt the author of this article is a believer in college. He believes that it will help he states many pros and cons of college and how they affect the youth today. He states that college is not as expensive as people think. A con is that it can lead to debt if not dealt with correctly. I however think that college is important if the job you want requires it. If you want to go into a manual labor or cleaning job I don’t think it's important.
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Amari Morris
9/15/2017 09:03:06 pm
David leonhardt is pro college he believes that college can teach you many life lessons as well as better yourself in education and in getting a better paying job. I absolutely agree that college can help you better yourself but like anything there are pros and cons to anything but the good outweighs the bad. Even though there are some things that need to be done to even better education I believe the system is working just fine.
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Mr. Nizinkirck
9/18/2017 01:52:11 pm
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