The Cost of a Higher Education
Published Jan 01, 1900
On the first day of college, the Dean addressed the students, pointing out some of the rules. "The female dormitory will be out-of-bounds for all male students, and the male dormitory to the female students. Anybody caught breaking this rule will be fined $40 the first time." He continued, "Anybody caught breaking this rule the second time will be fined $90. Being caught a third time will incur a hefty fine of $200. Are there any questions?" At this, a male student in the crowd inquires, "How much for a season pass?"
Originally published November 14, 2002.
