<p>And do you think that someone who is a dean at the community college would be right to set up a dozen web sites trying to make money off of his qualifications as a "college admissions dean"? If I was over the top it was because I was ticked off at the guy looking to make fast buck by concealing his true identity and credentials -- its the same as if I poked fun at someone who advertised their services as a financial investment counselor if I learned they drove around in a beat-up old Hyundai. It's not an attack on the car, it's an attack on the person who pretends to be something that they are not. I drive old beat up cars myself, but I don't go around pretending that I am an expert on how to get rich. </p>
<p>Again, I'm sorry, because obviously the comment went awry and was misinterpreted - but if you have read any of my other posts here you know that I make a point of defending all sorts of colleges at all levels, and often am critical of those who are overly obsessed by prestige.</p>