Andrew Lehti

It is a commonly held misconception that academics are formal and overly polite, lacking assertiveness. This stereotype, however, is a product of societal norms and expectations. The reality is that the academic environment often encourages a dehumanizing approach, resulting in a disconnect between academics and others, even those within the academic community.

Given the utilization of negative reinforcement in our outdated educational system, it is frequently difficult for students and alumni to re-evaluate their prior acquired knowledge, leading to a refusal to consider conflicting evidence.