18. Saying No to College

http://www.nytimes.com/2012/12/02/fashion/saying-no-to-college.html?hpw&_r=0

           Alex Williams, the author of the article "Saying No to College," starts out with an interesting comparison: Benjamin Goering is not similar to Mark Zuckerberg. He then proceeds to talk a little about Goering's life: he was a sophomore at the University of Kansas studying philosophy and computer science but was frustrated that he wasn't acknowledged from professors. Goering dropped out of college and started his own business of softwares. The author also mentions some other companies who are run by college drop outs (Tumblr, Twitter, and Apple).
           The author's purpose is to inform the reader of a new rising concept: college diplomas are now not the tickets to success. He also has some persuasive intentions. The author uses quotes from Goering and uses comparisons and analogies. The author also tells his arguments through examples: Steve Jobs was a college dropout but now is one of the best businessman of the world. The author use Goering's life to proceed throughout the article. The author also mentions Bill Gates, Michael Dell, and Mark Zuckerberg and also mentions that all are the top billionaires on earth. The author tries to prove a point: college is not the way to success and college dropping is also not the best way.