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Old January 9th, 2008, 23:15   #64
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Default Re: Yes, another four year degree post...

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Originally Posted by Doug Taylor View Post
but went to a prestigious non-aviation university, did extra-curricular activities, some high profile,
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Nothing I learned at Cornell about Psychology, WWII History, Wines, etc etc etc, is going to make me a better pilot than the next guy. But Doug just confirmed the hypocritical part of it all; Get a prestigious degree and surely you must be a better pilot than the guy/gal that does not!
Sounds like what that guy did in college was more than just learning about psychology, WWII and wine. It sounds like he was heavily involved in other activities outside of classes. THAT is a big part of college, getting out and doing stuff outside of classes too.
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