Aim Quote by George Horace Lorimer
“The aim of the college, for the individual student, is to eliminate the need in his life for the college; the task is to help him become a self-educating man.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to College Students, 1910
College should empower self‑directed learning, reducing lifelong dependence on formal institutions.
In simple terms: Education should teach you to learn on your own.
Key Takeaway
Foster self‑education habits.
Themes
education
self‑reliance
lifelong learning
Mood
encouraging
thought‑provoking
Type
educational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career development
- personal projects
- online courses
- reading groups
- mentorship
Key Concepts
pedagogy
autonomy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice self‑education today?
- What resources support independent learning?
A Different Perspective
Institutions may still dominate job markets.
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