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What Exactly Is College For? (Update)

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The Journey from Minimum Wage to Academic Success: A College Experience

This chapter delves into a personal narrative of a college journey, illustrating the randomness of life opportunities and the impact of educational access. It contrasts experiences at Hofstra University with elite institutions, emphasizing the ongoing issues of income inequality in college admissions.

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