Is the future of higher ed in the South?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I want each of you posters arguing that the south is the accepting land of opportunity for Jews to read a f#%^n history book and while you’re at it, ask some actual Jewish people if they’re thinking of moving to the Deep South (NOT south Florida) anytime soon to escape antisemitism. This is the most bizarre argument I’ve seen lately on DCUM and that’s really saying something…

At exactly how many southern universities do you see Palestinian flags waving and being erected on school buildings, Jewish students being bullied and/or assaulted, etc? Jewish students and families are welcomed in the south.

Like I said: read a history book. You think because (most) southerners aren’t waving Palestinian flags that means that southerners support Jews? Are you really that simple-minded and ignorant of history and politics in the south?

It is now 2024. You need to come visit with people at the Temple in Atlanta and with the many Jewish families who live in the Atlanta area and other southern cities. Visit chools with large numbers of Jewish students like U of FL, Emory, and Tulane.

The irony of PP's post is thick.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I think kids are definitely trending to the South. You get a great education at an affordable rate. Plus, despite previous connotations that associated racism with the South, southern schools seem to be very accepting of all types of kids and view points. All of these reason are why my kid decided on UF

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[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I want each of you posters arguing that the south is the accepting land of opportunity for Jews to read a f#%^n history book and while you’re at it, ask some actual Jewish people if they’re thinking of moving to the Deep South (NOT south Florida) anytime soon to escape antisemitism. This is the most bizarre argument I’ve seen lately on DCUM and that’s really saying something…

At exactly how many southern universities do you see Palestinian flags waving and being erected on school buildings, Jewish students being bullied and/or assaulted, etc? Jewish students and families are welcomed in the south.

Like I said: read a history book. You think because (most) southerners aren’t waving Palestinian flags that means that southerners support Jews? Are you really that simple-minded and ignorant of history and politics in the south?

It is now 2024. You need to come visit with people at the Temple in Atlanta and with the many Jewish families who live in the Atlanta area and other southern cities. Visit chools with large numbers of Jewish students like U of FL, Emory, and Tulane.

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Also, want to change a region? Move there. Expose people to your views. Create more diversity of viewpoints. Vote.

You'll never effect change by sitting in Takoma Park and screaming online about the people in Atlanta.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I want each of you posters arguing that the south is the accepting land of opportunity for Jews to read a f#%^n history book and while you’re at it, ask some actual Jewish people if they’re thinking of moving to the Deep South (NOT south Florida) anytime soon to escape antisemitism. This is the most bizarre argument I’ve seen lately on DCUM and that’s really saying something…

At exactly how many southern universities do you see Palestinian flags waving and being erected on school buildings, Jewish students being bullied and/or assaulted, etc? Jewish students and families are welcomed in the south.

lol That’s not because southerners love Jews, you moron. It’s because they are evangelical Christian Zionists.

What are you saying? You think it's a more welcoming atmosphere at a northern school like Columbia?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I want each of you posters arguing that the south is the accepting land of opportunity for Jews to read a f#%^n history book and while you’re at it, ask some actual Jewish people if they’re thinking of moving to the Deep South (NOT south Florida) anytime soon to escape antisemitism. This is the most bizarre argument I’ve seen lately on DCUM and that’s really saying something…

At exactly how many southern universities do you see Palestinian flags waving and being erected on school buildings, Jewish students being bullied and/or assaulted, etc? Jewish students and families are welcomed in the south.

Like I said: read a history book. You think because (most) southerners aren’t waving Palestinian flags that means that southerners support Jews? Are you really that simple-minded and ignorant of history and politics in the south?

It is now 2024. You need to come visit with people at the Temple in Atlanta and with the many Jewish families who live in the Atlanta area and other southern cities. Visit chools with large numbers of Jewish students like U of FL, Emory, and Tulane.

The irony of PP's post is thick.

How so? I am so tired of people pretending history and politics don’t matter. I’m glad things are getting better at many universities in the south and sure, UF, Tulane, and Emory are notable exceptions to backward thinking but unfortunately that doesn’t erase a rich history of racism, bigotry, and intolerance that permeates throughout the south.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I want each of you posters arguing that the south is the accepting land of opportunity for Jews to read a f#%^n history book and while you’re at it, ask some actual Jewish people if they’re thinking of moving to the Deep South (NOT south Florida) anytime soon to escape antisemitism. This is the most bizarre argument I’ve seen lately on DCUM and that’s really saying something…

At exactly how many southern universities do you see Palestinian flags waving and being erected on school buildings, Jewish students being bullied and/or assaulted, etc? Jewish students and families are welcomed in the south.

lol That’s not because southerners love Jews, you moron. It’s because they are evangelical Christian Zionists.

What are you saying? You think it's a more welcoming atmosphere at a northern school like Columbia?

I think that if you are looking for a truly welcoming, progressive atmosphere, you are wrong to look in red states. Period.

-a southerner who now lives in the north.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I want each of you posters arguing that the south is the accepting land of opportunity for Jews to read a f#%^n history book and while you’re at it, ask some actual Jewish people if they’re thinking of moving to the Deep South (NOT south Florida) anytime soon to escape antisemitism. This is the most bizarre argument I’ve seen lately on DCUM and that’s really saying something…

At exactly how many southern universities do you see Palestinian flags waving and being erected on school buildings, Jewish students being bullied and/or assaulted, etc? Jewish students and families are welcomed in the south.

Like I said: read a history book. You think because (most) southerners aren’t waving Palestinian flags that means that southerners support Jews? Are you really that simple-minded and ignorant of history and politics in the south?

It is now 2024. You need to come visit with people at the Temple in Atlanta and with the many Jewish families who live in the Atlanta area and other southern cities. Visit chools with large numbers of Jewish students like U of FL, Emory, and Tulane.

The irony of PP's post is thick.

How so? I am so tired of people pretending history and politics don’t matter. I’m glad things are getting better at many universities in the south and sure, UF, Tulane, and Emory are notable exceptions to backward thinking but unfortunately that doesn’t erase a rich history of racism, bigotry, and intolerance that permeates throughout the south.

It is you who are simple-minded and ignorant. Get with the times, your angst and over-emotional behavior is not healthy.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I want each of you posters arguing that the south is the accepting land of opportunity for Jews to read a f#%^n history book and while you’re at it, ask some actual Jewish people if they’re thinking of moving to the Deep South (NOT south Florida) anytime soon to escape antisemitism. This is the most bizarre argument I’ve seen lately on DCUM and that’s really saying something…

At exactly how many southern universities do you see Palestinian flags waving and being erected on school buildings, Jewish students being bullied and/or assaulted, etc? Jewish students and families are welcomed in the south.

lol That’s not because southerners love Jews, you moron. It’s because they are evangelical Christian Zionists.

What are you saying? You think it's a more welcoming atmosphere at a northern school like Columbia?

I think that if you are looking for a truly welcoming, progressive atmosphere, you are wrong to look in red states. Period.

-a southerner who now lives in the north.

I'm glad up north is the right fit for you.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I want each of you posters arguing that the south is the accepting land of opportunity for Jews to read a f#%^n history book and while you’re at it, ask some actual Jewish people if they’re thinking of moving to the Deep South (NOT south Florida) anytime soon to escape antisemitism. This is the most bizarre argument I’ve seen lately on DCUM and that’s really saying something…

At exactly how many southern universities do you see Palestinian flags waving and being erected on school buildings, Jewish students being bullied and/or assaulted, etc? Jewish students and families are welcomed in the south.

lol That’s not because southerners love Jews, you moron. It’s because they are evangelical Christian Zionists.

What are you saying? You think it's a more welcoming atmosphere at a northern school like Columbia?

I’m reminded of a great quote by Dennis Prager who said something on the lines of “We’ll worry about it when Jesus is resurrected yet again. Until then we’ll take all of the help we can get.”

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I want each of you posters arguing that the south is the accepting land of opportunity for Jews to read a f#%^n history book and while you’re at it, ask some actual Jewish people if they’re thinking of moving to the Deep South (NOT south Florida) anytime soon to escape antisemitism. This is the most bizarre argument I’ve seen lately on DCUM and that’s really saying something…

At exactly how many southern universities do you see Palestinian flags waving and being erected on school buildings, Jewish students being bullied and/or assaulted, etc? Jewish students and families are welcomed in the south.

lol That’s not because southerners love Jews, you moron. It’s because they are evangelical Christian Zionists.

What are you saying? You think it's a more welcoming atmosphere at a northern school like Columbia?

I think that if you are looking for a truly welcoming, progressive atmosphere, you are wrong to look in red states. Period.

-a southerner who now lives in the north.

I'm glad up north is the right fit for you.

PP is a bastion of tolerance. Bet they display that "COEXIST" decal proudly. Do these people even here themselves or does that moral superiority thing get in the way?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I want each of you posters arguing that the south is the accepting land of opportunity for Jews to read a f#%^n history book and while you’re at it, ask some actual Jewish people if they’re thinking of moving to the Deep South (NOT south Florida) anytime soon to escape antisemitism. This is the most bizarre argument I’ve seen lately on DCUM and that’s really saying something…

At exactly how many southern universities do you see Palestinian flags waving and being erected on school buildings, Jewish students being bullied and/or assaulted, etc? Jewish students and families are welcomed in the south.

lol That’s not because southerners love Jews, you moron. It’s because they are evangelical Christian Zionists.

What are you saying? You think it's a more welcoming atmosphere at a northern school like Columbia?

I think that if you are looking for a truly welcoming, progressive atmosphere, you are wrong to look in red states. Period.

-a southerner who now lives in the north.

Columbia, that truly welcoming bastion of learning, has been given an ultimatum. Clear out the encampment.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I want each of you posters arguing that the south is the accepting land of opportunity for Jews to read a f#%^n history book and while you’re at it, ask some actual Jewish people if they’re thinking of moving to the Deep South (NOT south Florida) anytime soon to escape antisemitism. This is the most bizarre argument I’ve seen lately on DCUM and that’s really saying something…

At exactly how many southern universities do you see Palestinian flags waving and being erected on school buildings, Jewish students being bullied and/or assaulted, etc? Jewish students and families are welcomed in the south.

lol That’s not because southerners love Jews, you moron. It’s because they are evangelical Christian Zionists.

What are you saying? You think it's a more welcoming atmosphere at a northern school like Columbia?

I think that if you are looking for a truly welcoming, progressive atmosphere, you are wrong to look in red states. Period.

-a southerner who now lives in the north.

Columbia, that truly welcoming bastion of learning, has been given an ultimatum. Clear out the encampment.

Ok, go south w your ignorant self.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I want each of you posters arguing that the south is the accepting land of opportunity for Jews to read a f#%^n history book and while you’re at it, ask some actual Jewish people if they’re thinking of moving to the Deep South (NOT south Florida) anytime soon to escape antisemitism. This is the most bizarre argument I’ve seen lately on DCUM and that’s really saying something…

At exactly how many southern universities do you see Palestinian flags waving and being erected on school buildings, Jewish students being bullied and/or assaulted, etc? Jewish students and families are welcomed in the south.

lol That’s not because southerners love Jews, you moron. It’s because they are evangelical Christian Zionists.

What are you saying? You think it's a more welcoming atmosphere at a northern school like Columbia?

I think that if you are looking for a truly welcoming, progressive atmosphere, you are wrong to look in red states. Period.

-a southerner who now lives in the north.

Columbia, that truly welcoming bastion of learning, has been given an ultimatum. Clear out the encampment.

Ok, go south w your ignorant self.

You people are both pathetic and amusing.

[Anonymous]

Kids don’t have blinders on anymore. The nation feels smaller than ever. They don’t want crummy weather and lunatic politics. TikTok and instagram display how gorgeous, fun and sunny the South is. Honestly, the northeast and Midwest are cold, dreary, and full of miserable people.

Prime of your life should be spent somewhere fun. Undergrad education is the same anywhere. Go study in the sun.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Kids don’t have blinders on anymore. The nation feels smaller than ever. They don’t want crummy weather and lunatic politics. TikTok and instagram display how gorgeous, fun and sunny the South is. Honestly, the northeast and Midwest are cold, dreary, and full of miserable people.

Prime of your life should be spent somewhere fun. Undergrad education is the same anywhere. Go study in the sun.

Except the numbers don’t actually bear this out. Penn State main campus has increased enrollment nearly 50% over the last 10 years, while schools like Clemson and Florida have increased enrollment by 20% and 10%, respectively. Penn State enrollment is up 15,000 students while those two combined are up 7500.

Since Covid and TO (and schools adopting the common app), applications across the board are up 40%.

Again, it’s really the top 150 -200 schools regardless of location that are wildly popular vs all other schools.