About the Entry

Writing for The Washington Monthly, Paul Glastris argues that higher education would be well served by paying closer attention to the needs and interests of a growing demographic: adult students ages 25 and older.

• Let’s Waste College on the Old

Entry Credit

• Paul Glastris, Editor-in-Chief, Washington Monthly

Comments from the Judges

“A solid and interesting piece.”

“Strong piece on an interesting finding, and an under-reported topic.”

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