Definition: a person who places a high value on or pursues things of interest to the intellect or the more complex forms and fields of knowledge, as aesthetic or philosophical matters, esp. on an abstract and general level

So perhaps you want to take back that laughter?

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An intellectual peruses knowledge. That is what one does by choosing to attend University.  

Definition: a person who places a high value on or pursues things of interest to the intellect or the more complex forms and fields of knowledge, as aesthetic or philosophical matters, esp. on an abstract and general level

So perhaps you want to take back that laughter?

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Obviously you've never met anyone who's in college.

Many people go because it is considered the thing to do and don't get much out of in it the academic/knowledge aspect. Many go purely for the Greek aspect. Some go because they have nothing better to do.

Your ignorance is amusing.

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"Well this is new....and scary" - Serena on a Convent Scarab

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An intellectual peruses knowledge. That is what one does by choosing to attend University.

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Well, that's ONE of the definitions of 'intellectual'.

http://www.answers.com/topic/intellectual

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3a. Having or showing intellect, especially to a high degree. See synonyms at intelligent.
3b. Given to activities or pursuits that require exercise of the intellect.

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Usually when someone claims to be an 'intellectual', I assume they mean 'intelligent person'. And yeah, intelligent people in university tend to be rather scarce.

But even if I were to adopt the definition of 'intellectual' which you are using, going to university does not make one an intellectual. Many people I know attend university not because they are in the pursuit of knowledge, but instead:

a. Want a shiny piece of paper which will increase their employment prospects.

b. Are expected to go by their relatives (and frankly, they don't have any other choices).

c. Want to fuck about getting drunk and partying and fucking.

Usually it's a mix of all three. The 'pursuit of knowledge' is more often than not absent from their list.

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I'm a Sophomore in a University ranked in the top 50 in the US, thank you very much lol

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You must not get out much or attend any school clubs or off campus parties...

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"Well this is new....and scary" - Serena on a Convent Scarab