An Open Letter To 2026 College Graduates And 6 Lessons Too

A professor and scientist wrote an open letter to the Class of 2026 with six graduation lessons about college and careers.

The core message: college degrees still matter for hiring and lifetime earnings, even amid skepticism about higher education.

He argues employers continue to value degrees, and campus life can teach as much as classes through friendships, activities, and independence.

The letter also says careers are often nonlinear, so graduates should build adaptable skills and use their time at school well.