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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Why are any of these terms considered insults? What exactly is wrong with a student who grinds towards their desired college/major/career goal, strives for the best possible outcome, and curates a compelling narrative for decision-makers who control access?[/quote] I would argue that the insult lies in the fact that these words capture a kid’s blind ambition, yet are devoid of the student’s intellectual curiosity. The latter is the more essential ingredient to bring to an elite education if one wishes to truly make the most of the opportunity. People who lack this important ingredient waste a limited resource in pursuit of their box ticking ambition. However, those three words are not offensive to me if the student is also genuinely curious. They are not mutually exclusive, but the combination is becoming rather rare. [/quote]
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