Having to take these general education courses obviously serves a purpose for students attending colleges or universities who need these courses. However, we wonder if these courses are really necessary? Debates over whether college education is worth it date back to when the colonist returned from Europe in 1636 and founded "New College" ("College Education"). In order for college students to graduate from college in a timely manner, accommodations should be made to the requirements necessary to graduate, including general education courses. Chris Hedges quotes: “We must remember that the true purpose of education is to shape minds, not careers” (Quotes on). However, general education is often seen as a waste of time and money; Hedges points out that the purpose of attending college is to acquire an education, not just to obtain