The value of a university education

Squadron Sergeant-Major (who has been told to ascertain the qualifications of an applicant for a commission). "What kind of an education 'ave you 'ad?" Applicant. "Pretty good." Sergeant-Major. "What do you mean by 'pretty good'?" Applicant. "Well, you see, I've got my BA." Sergeant-Major. "BA! Never 'eard of it. What standard 'ave you passed?"

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Squadron Sergeant-Major (who has been told to ascertain the qualifications of an applicant for a commission). "What kind of an education 'ave you 'ad?" Applicant. "Pretty good." Sergeant-Major. "What do you mean by 'pretty good'?" Applicant. "Well, you see, I've got my BA." Sergeant-Major. "BA! Never 'eard of it. What standard 'ave you passed?"