dont-stanford-asshole

dont-stanford-asshole

4/7/2015

link

http://48hillsonline.org/2015/01/26/dont-stanford-asshole/

summary

This blog post discusses the negative impact of wealthy individuals and institutions, such as Stanford University, on local communities. The author criticizes the elitism and entitlement that often accompany wealthy institutions and individuals, arguing that they contribute to gentrification, displacement, and inequality. The article focuses on Stanford University's expansion and the effects it has on housing affordability and community resources in the surrounding area. The author urges readers to challenge the power dynamics and privilege of institutions like Stanford and advocate for the rights and well-being of local communities.

tags

stanford university ꞏ activism ꞏ classism ꞏ social justice ꞏ entitlement ꞏ campus life ꞏ higher education ꞏ student rights ꞏ affirmative action ꞏ privilege ꞏ university culture ꞏ social issues ꞏ college admissions ꞏ student empowerment ꞏ student advocacy ꞏ student voices ꞏ meritocracy ꞏ student organizations ꞏ inequality ꞏ academic competition ꞏ diversity ꞏ wealth gap ꞏ elitism ꞏ student activism ꞏ protest ꞏ public universities ꞏ student leadership ꞏ student protests ꞏ student politics ꞏ campus community ꞏ education system ꞏ student experience