Excellent Sheep
We Were Dreamers
1984
Multimedia
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What can college offer students beyond grades and test scores, according to Excellent Sheep?

A chance to find meaning, think deeply, and discover who they are.


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What role did college play in Simu Liu's journey toward his dream career?

It gave him skills, perspective, and the courage to pursue his acting career. 

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How can college protect students from the dangers of mindless conformity as shown in 1984?

By encouraging critical thinking, open discussion, and personal truth. 

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According to the MSU Denver article, one major reason college is important is because it...

Provides students with several opportunities that will prepare and help them in the future.

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How does Excellent Sheep argue college can be trans-formative?

When students no longer experience outside pressure, college becomes a space for freedom and fulfillment.

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How did Liu's college experience help him shape his own identity?

It allowed him to reflect on his culture, family expectations, and what made him feel fulfilled. 

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 How does college empower students to question authority and seek the truth?

Through experiencing different ideas, and debates which are essential tools for democracy.
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In the YouTube video featuring college students, many of them say college is valuable for this reason.

Personal and academic development 
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What did Deresiewicz ultimately hope college can do for students?

Help them live fulfilled and have a sense of purpose to help them grow into thoughtful people.  

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What positive message does Liu's story send about taking risks after college?

College can give you the basis to chase big dreams and be successful on your own terms.

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In contrast to 1984, what can college give that oppressive systems cannot?

Intellectual freedom, self-awareness, and the courage to stand up for one's beliefs.   

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In the TikTok Video, how is college said to be a tool even after it is over?

It gives people a community and network which can be helpful for the future.

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