English 101
Chad Allen
Response to “Two Years Are Better Than
Four”
College. The one word that forces
high school students take a reality check on life. I was raised to do well in
school in order to get into a 4-year university when I graduated. What some
people do not realize is that students across America do not get in, or are not
ready for a 4-year commitment to a university. Liz Addison addresses these
concerns and responds to them in a positive manner. Addison explains how
community colleges are useful to society and allow every student the
opportunity to begin. She reminds us that no matter what path we take after
high school, community college is always an option, and for some students, an
option greatly appreciated.
Liz Addison uses various techniques
and “moves” in her writing, such as the use of supporting details. She uses the
opposing view of Rick Perlstein in her introduction to emphasize the value of
community college and how there are other options besides a 4-year university. Addison
also, in my opinion, has a somewhat biased writing style, and she attempts to
make clear to the reader her thoughts on the issue. Her writing changed my
perspective on the issue greatly. I thought that community college was just
college for mostly unintelligent people, rather than a college for people who
just want to begin their higher education experience. Her article made me
rethink my thoughts and to ultimately grasp onto a different opinion.
With strong vocabulary, with
supporting details, and with a persuasive style, Liz Addison makes it clear
that the topic of community college is important and matters greatly to
readers. She illustrates the beneficial parts of attending a community college,
and puts community college in a positive light to the readers. Addison
understands what high school students go through when deciding colleges and she
shows how community college can be the right choice for these students.
Liz Addison used summary
specifically in her article by providing an accurate, but condensed form of the
topic of community college. She did not go into too much detail on colleges
across America, but she did analyze community college and showed how it is a
key to success for many young adults. In her conclusion, Addison brings back
Perlstein’s opinion and proves that he is wrong. She also addresses the fact
that some students would never be able to possess a college experience without
a form of community college. I personally believe Liz Addison does an
extraordinary job advocating for community colleges and showing to the readers
how important and critical it is to have them in society. “I believe the
community college system to be one of America’s uniquely great institutions.” –
Liz Addison
