The Buzz: What do you think of President Obama’s free community college plan?

Inquirer Staff

What do you think of President Barack Obama’s free community college plan?

 

Angad Singh Padda- 21 Business

Angad Singh Padda, 21, Business

“This would be great because many of my friends have to work multiple jobs just to afford college, and this would be a great weight lifted off their shoulders.”

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Chris Harper, 20, Political Science

“I believe this plan is good for the economy because it will increase enrollment, increase the amount of graduates/transfers from the community college system and in return is a great investment towards our national economy.”

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Sarah Pardo, 19, Studio Art

“I think it is a great idea, community college is a great resource for a lot of people; I think that for a lot of people who want to make the big investment in their education, keeping the costs low is essential.”

Lauren Flint- 19 Undecl.

Lauren Flint, 19, Undecided

“I think that if you want to experience higher education, you have to pay for it.”

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Dieudonne Brou, 27, Sociology/Psychology

“I think it’s great, but I’m more concerned for after the two free years. Will the UCs and state schools raise tuition?”

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Isae Dolan, 19, Forestry

“Might be cool to get free school for a bit.”

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Kate Tayyeb, 20, English

“If it was in affect right now it would affect me, but as of right now I am transferring.”

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Marck Menke, 44, Art Digital Media

“I guess I’d be eligible. Certainly something that would be a good idea.”

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Ajia Adair, 20, Psychology

“Well to be honest I go to UCSC, but by having more students going to a community college in a democratic community would impact me very well.”

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Whitney Ihezue, 21, Psychology

“Awesome. It will be how it used to be.”

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Amaka Nwokochah, 19, Sociology

“It’s cools. It gives more opportunity to more people.”

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Irina Lukban, 21, Environmental Science

“Seems very beneficial but at the same time it might be problematic.”