Colleges Have a Guy Problem

9/16/2021

This article from The Atlantic discusses the declining enrollment of young men in higher education in the United States. It highlights the growing gender gap in college enrollment, with women now outnumbering men on campuses across the country. The article explores various factors contributing to this trend, including the changing labor market, cultural shifts, and disparities in educational attainment. It also delves into the consequences of this gender gap, such as its impact on earning potential and social mobility. The author concludes with a call to address and understand the underlying causes of this imbalance in order to ensure equal opportunities for all students.

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