I wasn't going to add anymore to this boulibasse, but part of a phone
conversation a few minutes ago brought me around.
A friend who loves gardening decided to enroll in a local, community
college, horticulture program.
With a liberal arts degree, two masters degrees (one is an MLS), reads
and speaks Latin, Greek, French, author of a couple of books and many
*professional* articles, he requested an exemption from the Eng. 101
requirement.
They were unable to accomodate him. Part of the core; must assure that
graduates are able to read! Can't bend the rules; that would be
unprofessional.
Right now he's waiting for the college president to return his call....
Smilin' Jack
Thompson Conservation Lab
Portland, OR
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