College: Is It Worth the
Time and Expense?
The
Eleanor Stem Allen Memorial Speech Contest, better known as the Speech
Trek contest, will be Monday February 23 at 7:00 P.M. The annual speech contest
for high school age students is sponsored by the Big Bear Branch of the
American Association of University Women (AAUW). AAUW is once again proud to partner with
Bearly Speaking Toastmasters, who will produce the contest.
The
contest is open to all girl and boy high school students who want to compete
for cash prizes. Contestants will write and
present a 5-6 minute speech on the topic, College:
Is It Worth the Time and Expense?
In 2013, Former US Secretary of Education, William Bennett released his
book, Is College Worth it? On the
inside cover, the following description appears:
“For many students, a bachelor's degree is considered the golden ticket to
a more financially and intellectually fulfilling life. But the disturbing
reality is that debt, unemployment, and politically charged pseudo learning are
more likely outcomes for many college students today than full-time employment
and time-honored knowledge.”
The
public is invited to come to the inspiring evening and hear the youth share
their voices on this timely and relevant topic. Admission is free
The
Big Bear Municipal Water District (MWD) is located at 40524 Lakeview Drive, Big
Bear Lake.