The influence of professors extends beyond the classroom from "summary" of God and Man at Yale by William F. Buckley
Professors have a unique and powerful influence on students that extends far beyond the confines of the classroom. Their impact is not limited to the academic realm; it reaches into the personal and ideological spheres of students' lives. Professors are not just educators; they are also role models, shaping the values and beliefs of the next generation. Students look up to their professors as authorities on a wide range of subjects, both inside and outside of their field of study. As such, professors have a significant amount of sway over their students' intellectual development. They have the ability to shape students' worldviews, instilling in them certain values and beliefs that can last a lifetime. Mo...
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