It has dawned on me that the purpose of college has become so convoluted that it’s hard to see the purpose.

Middle school: “We’re getting you ready for high school.”

High school: “We’re getting you ready for college.”

College: “We’re getting you ready for the real world.”

I’ve become frustrated with what school has become, it’s about getting you ready for something. What? The “real world,” says my Art History professor almost daily, but really? What is this “real world?” The “real world” is bullshit.

Take a second to watch the news, or spend some time on the internet. No one is living in this “real world,” people are living in their own world. Ignorance is bliss. I’m tired of being told, “just wait until you get into the read world, things will change.” Shut up. Your advice was in no way helpful.

Why is it that this “real world” philosophy is only given to college students. I know plenty of people that went work right after high school, is that not the “real world?” Is their “real world” different from my “real world?” I just don’t get it.

Another one of my favorite lines is, “Life’s tough,” well duh, but that doesn’t mean it has to be. If you don’t like something, then CHANGE IT, don’t drink the sugar-free Koolaid past generations are feeding you. Change how the world works, add as much sugar as you want, you’re in the “real world” now.

I want to dedicate this to every teacher I have ever had. I appreciate your advice about the “real world.”

I want to argue with someone on this, leave a comment, start a conflict.