SOS: Save Our Students – Navigating Higher Education’s Financial Maze

Higher education is often touted as the gateway to a successful future, promising knowledge, opportunities, and career growth. However, the reality faced by many students can be starkly different. Inspired by two of my own students who are currently struggling to balance the demands of university life with financial pressures, this post aims to shed light on a critical issue: higher education is increasingly about money, not students. Here’s what students can do to ensure they get the best service for the money they are paying.

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From "Another Brick in the Wall" to Building Foundations for the Future

As a child, my mantra was encapsulated in the lyrics of Pink Floyd's iconic song: "We don't need no education, we don't need no thought control." For me, school was just a monotonous routine, a place where I felt like just another brick in the wall. Education seemed irrelevant, a mere formality imposed by society. I struggled to find any enthusiasm for learning and often felt that the traditional education system didn't cater to my needs or interests.

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