Quote by Donna Shalala

You go to college not only for the latest knowledge but also to meet people from different backgrounds. That's the genius of the American higher-education system compared with the Europeans'. We don't simply skim the elite.

You go to college not only for the latest knowledge but also

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This quote emphasizes the dual purpose of college education. It suggests that going to college serves not only to gain the latest knowledge but also to interact with individuals from diverse backgrounds. It praises the American higher-education system for its ability to bring together people from various walks of life, unlike European systems that may focus primarily on the elite. By highlighting the value of social interaction and exposure to different perspectives, the quote underscores the unique genius of the American approach to higher education.

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