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Dearest Alma Mater

tradition-drenched halls ivy-covered walls dearest alma mater why'd you flatter me with this sham degree I've no skills, no connections my classmates take their meals in the house of corrections... you took my money, awakened false hopes hooked me on oxycontin, a pill-popping dope

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Panagiota Romios

Date: 9/17/2022 5:33:00 PM

My university on the shores of Lake Michigan has no ivy-covered walls. Werespected one another and God. Wonderful fraternities and sororities.but.. I am older than you. No pills or pot were even around. Some affected by alcohol, but that is at every level of society. Plenty of great doctors, nurses, lawyers and more….U’s today are intolerant landmines full of drugs….faux-equality and cost a fortune.I shudder for any grad going to university now. Waste of mind+money. Pangie xx

Gershon Wolf
Date: 9/17/2022 8:48:00 PM

100% down the drain today. Even STEM students are subjected to divisive course-inclusions focused on 'systemic racism,' 'white privilege,' and LGBTQ 'rights.' Hope they all fail, as they are doing a disservice to their country! Thanks, P!

Gershon Wolf
Date: 9/17/2022 8:47:00 PM

Michael Tor

Date: 9/16/2022 5:05:00 AM

Sadly there is much truth in your clever expression my friend. It sad to know that your words ring true and so many kids succumb to this in college. A parents foundation for their child growing up instilling character can only hope to prevent them from the influences of others, and keep them from destroying themselves with others. A favorite Gershon clever and a sad reality my friend...