Quote by Robert Maynard Hutchins

The college graduate is presented with a sheepskin to cover his intellectual nakedness.

The college graduate is presented with a sheepskin to cover

Summary

This quote suggests that a college graduate receives a diploma (symbolized as a sheepskin) as a formal recognition of their knowledge and accomplishments. It implies that without this token, the person's intellectual abilities may be less visible or acknowledged. Essentially, the quote highlights the idea that a degree not only represents education but also grants the individual social validation and credibility in their field of expertise.

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Education

By Robert Maynard Hutchins

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