Going to college is a significant step in our lives. In a consumer-driven so

Going to college is a significant step in our lives. In a consumer-driven society, there is an increasing(36)emphasis on the moneymaking power of the college degree. Education for the sake of personal development is no longer a key(37)motivation of most students. As found in a survey, students have increasingly(38)abandoned a desire for a meaningful philosophy of life in favor of attaining increased earning power with their college degree. (39)Despite this shift in educational priorities, there are still key elements to higher education that should be pursued and valued by us.
    Students may worry about(40)particular jobs, but the reality is that employers want to hire people who have a(41)variety of marketable skills. These can include writing, interpersonal communication. presentation abilities, and(42)critical thinking. What students may not realize is that these various abilities are often attained through a balanced and diverse education.
    There are plenty of dreams and ideas as to how the world could be a better place. Education may serve as a channel to pursuing some of the dreams and goals that people possess. Obviously the implementation of futuristic(未来主义的)concepts is often(43)accomplished through particular jobs. However, it is important to remember that(44)the advancement of society and the building of specific legacies may be about more than Just Job training and earning power.
    Though there is value in pursuing a particular major, it is important to realize that individuals change jobs on a regular basis. (45)Selecting a particular major may feel like a decision that will impact a person for a lifetime, but the reality is that the graduate may change jobs very quickly. (46)What help them succeed throughout their life are not necessarily specific job skills, but their ability to process and adapt to changes in their life.