Tell that to all of the students each year that receive their college rings. To those who don't have much, and put themselves through school to get an education and look forward to those moments in college where receiving their class ring means everything to them. It's not about how cool it looks, or how it's used to show off. It's a sense of pride and accomplishment. You shouldn't make videos like this if you can't see both sides to your argument.
I wear my Master's Degree ring everyday. It's a token of what I sacrificed in order to obtain my ultimate achievement. Be proud of what you did and make no excuses for pursuing greatness 🏆
I started college in 1982. I got to senior level and had to quit due to circumstances beyond my control. I went back and graduated in 2013. Damn right I wear my college ring. To me it represents triumph over adversity.
Definitely. I still sometimes can’t believe I’ve gotten to this point. So I definitely wear my rings with pride. It was a battle. I started grad school with a concussion that caused headaches for over two years. No one is going to convince me I shouldn’t wear my ring.
@@ShanteRoxxane Right! I wear my college ring for me to remind myself of what I have accomplished despite the odds, not to impress anyone else. So should you!! Congradulations to you!!!
Don't be proud of one of the greatest accomplishments of the average persons lifetime. Don't have pride in the school that helped shape a young you. That's all I got out of this.
Well, I am proud of my degree, I would in no way call in one of my greatest accomplishment. I also don't consider myself an average person, nor do I consider my degree or school an average university. So that might be something, too.
My Son just received his ring today from Texas Tech University and I couldn’t be any prouder. I can see in my Sons eyes that he is just as proud at his accomplishments. Who are you to try to demean what he has accomplished?? He will wear his ring with pride so you go ahead and hate but just know he and I will always be proud of what he has done to earn that ring!!
I love to see people wear their class rings. It's a conversation piece. Brings back memories of working late on a project, your favorite professor or your most difficult one. I can't slam people for making a choice to wear their ring. Peace!!
After watching this video I have decided to not only order my class ring but also get my name engraved on it for the extra charge so i can pass it down to my children so they can cherish just how hard their mother worked to receive an education no matter the circumstances she faced. 👍
A class ring is a summary of an educational goal that a person would like to remember for the rest of their life. It's a personal accomplishment. Not a "show off" piece or statement piece as you may think they are. Don't go around posting videos like this when you can't argue the right thing.
you are spot on Diana, This man is deflecting his personal opinions that in no way reflect the true meaning of hard work And commitment finishing up A college degree. this man thinks he’s qualified to tell us what to wear and what not to wear,
I worked my way up in the corporate world back in the 80s without college. I wanted to change my life and career. My University Professor has really gone to bat for me. You see I was fighting cancer my first semester, I suffered alot. My University ring will mean a lot to me and because of my life experience coupled with my education I can be free and finally do what I want... Like you are doing what you want without college, now I am doing what I want BECAUSE of college. Never underestimate the power of education.
Tell this to the Men and Women who graduate from Military colleges such as West Point where the rings are one of the most cherished processions for them
I disagree. For a lot of people (including me), they don't wear it to show off to others; they wear it because it means something to them personally. It's like tattoos - a little quote where no one can see it is quite different from a massive skull that goes across your entire chest. Both are tattoos, but both have different purposes.
italytiger29 exactly !!!!!it is a memory I'm in middle School and we just got ours ordered and I'm so excited because I will never forget middle school.!😃
I feel like my class ring will feel like my lucky ring. Like it will carry with it good spirits and motivation like how children have that special plushy i will have my special ring.
Next year I will graduate at the age of 31 and I will be the first person in my immediate family to graduate college. Getting my degree will be one of the proudest moments of my life and my future children will now have no excuse to not graduate college because both of their parents will have a degree. I could care less if you think me wearing my ring is dumb because you don’t know the struggle I went through to get it being a full time student and working 60 hours a week to pay for my schooling and make a living. For you to be condescending and act like it’s not an accomplishment makes you seem very privileged and not in touch with reality.
I don't know how I landed on this video while doing some research, but Jesus Christ, this is a crock of shit. I graduated high school in 1997, and still wear my class ring. I have a class ring from UCLA as well for my master's degree, but I opt to wear my HS ring instead, simply because without my HS education, UCLA wouldn't have been a thing. Sure, it's bulky and some would call it gaudy. I, however, think it flows rather well with me. I struggled to get through HS due to having autism, trying to help my family keep it's ranch afloat, and even participating in sports at the same time, earning a state football championship (which I also have a ring for). I wouldn't be where I am today, not even close to it, if it weren't for my HS education, which I worked incredibly hard to receive. I don't wear my ring for anyone else but me. When I'm having a tough time at work or wherever and I don't think I can handle it, a quick glance at my hand will remind me that I made it though something else that I didn't think I would make it though. For some people, getting a degree or diploma was a very tough struggle, and having a memento of overcoming that challenge is an important thing to them. Even those community colleges are a struggle for some people. My mother, for example, went to a community college for her associate's degree. She did this while raising 3 children, working a ranch, and having to drive through the blizzards of South Dakota. Perhaps graduating from that school for some was easy. For my mother, not so much. That was a HUGE accomplishment for her, and to be reminded of that on a regular basis is an important ordeal. That all said, ignore this video, and the loser in it. He has absolutely no clue, apparently, what some people have to go though for their education(s). The real answer to whether you should wear your class ring or not is whatever you decide is the right answer. Sure, traditionally the ring is normally taken off and put away after you graduate, but that doesn't mean that you have to do it. Same with your tassels. Some people put them in a box. Others hang them on their car mirror. It's YOUR accomplishment. If it's important to you, which any education should be, feel free to remind yourself of it. Most people who wear their rings are wearing it for them, not for others. And for those of you who stumbled on this video for some reason while researching their high school class ring or college ring, that means you are about graduate, and for that, I congratulate you. Well done! And especially for you HS graduates, you have no idea how important your diploma is. Your life will be completely different with it. Right now it might not feel like a big deal, but I promise you... it is. Just wait. You'll see. And just like your diploma, feel free to put that ring somewhere you can see it, whether it be on a chain hanging from your car mirror, on a shelf, in a shadow box, or on your finger, it's absolutely worth admiring. You earned it. And it should never be forgotten about, just as your education should never be forgotten about. And again... ignore this asshat. If you wanna do what he says, feel free to do so, but don't let him influence you. It's your ring, diploma, tassel, letterman, or whatever you have. Do with it what you feel is right for you. And congratulations again on whatever accomplishment you achieved to lead you here! ~Ziggy, Class of 1997, Colman-Egan High School, South Dakota.
You tell 'em, AMEN! In a world where so many people need to give themselves more credit, it's so toxic to teach people that being proud of the memories you made are wrong. It's just so selfish for people like this guy over here to put others down just because he couldn't even handle to look at ring and jacket that hinted at the fact that the people have a life that doesn't revolve around him.
I know, right? I don't get how this asshat came up with this. It's just ridiculous. And it's clear that a lot of other people feel the same way, considering as of today, the video has 39 likes and 714 dislikes. I agree with your statement 100%. Toxic is the perfect word for this guy's "message". All he's doing is telling people not to be proud of a major accomplishment. Especially for people who worked their asses off when they were already in a difficult situation in their lives. I know people who were abused at home and still had the gumption to accomplish something that's literally life changing. So yea, "toxic" is the perfect work for this absolutely harmful message. And I appreciate your reply. It's good to see that someone else feels the same way as I do. And judging from the ratio of thumbs up to thumbs down as well as a LOT of the comments, there's a grip of people who agree with you and I. It's good to see a lot of people who express their feelings about this very harmful video. Again, thank you for your comment. It really does make me feel good to hear someone who is brave enough to express their feelings towards this TOXIC ( once again, thank you for sharing that absolutely perfect word for this guy's disgusting and disrespectful "message"). Have yourself a great day!
“I know people that can’t read who graduated college” now, not only is that impossible, it has to be a joke. But, for the off chance this isn’t awful sarcasm, I wear my University ring as a reminder to myself that I was able to grind through five hard years and become a better person. Anyone who puts that down is awfully insecure IMO.
I think you're just beong salty.Either you didn't go to college or couldn't afford a ring. Many people are proud Alumni from their schools. And no not everyone can go to college you're wrong there
I'm definitely being salty. If you can't see that college trains the masses to be rats then that's your issue bro! Hmmm let's see I didn't buy a college ring and I didn't go to my college graduation. What's the opportunity cost of buying a college ring for let's say $1,500? I started one of my most profitable companies for $1,500...Next time I'm gonna charge you for my advice :)
James Compton the fact that you quoted a ring at 1500 shows a lot about your understanding of value. Best of luck with your companies. Hope you’re a bit more in the loop on that front
My father was broke and drunk when I graduated high school he got me a cheap ring instead of a yearbook, prom dress, or any other high school celebration. He promised one day if I graduated college he would get me a nice ring. He never went to college so it meant something to him. He was killed when it was 18. My late husband bought me a college ring to help keep my fathers promise when I graduated with my BA 7 years later. I am about to finish my Ph.D. and still wear that ring. I have overcome trauma, abuse, alcoholism, my father and 1st husbands death. I also have multiple disabilities....i wear my ring because I have over come so much to earm it.
Just because you made it doing something else other than college, doesn't mean other people don't succeed in something else too. Some people go to college because college is the only path that allows their dreams to happen. I agree some go and just take it easy but some work hard to make it in a discipline that very few ever accomplish. The world heeds people that do different things not everyone has to do the same thing. For those that don't need college, that is fantastic I'm happy for them they made it in something else
Hello with all due respect I wonder why so many business gurus talk down on college so much? Could it be they are jealous of people who went to or completed college? Sounds like a bit of an inferiority complex to me. If you truly thought you were better than college graduates, why spend so much time trying to prove it?
Any class ring, it doesn't matter if it's high school or college, it's a symbol of your accomplishments in your lifetime, buddy. I have 2 of them. Both high school and college and I still wear mine.
My guess is the reason you don’t wear one is because you haven’t earned one. “I know people who have graduated who can’t read and lawyers I wouldn’t trust”. First. That’s anecdotal. Second, I call. You don’t know anyone that graduated from a *prestigious* university that is illiterate, and you don’t know someone from a *tier one* law school that is not well educated in the law. I agree that you should only wear a class ring if it’s from an institution that you would be proud to tell anyone who asked what institution it represents. Because they will. Since we’re submitting anecdotal evidence as fact here, I’ll go ahead and let you know that I know people personally who have been out in public wearing their Baylor ring, and other Baylor alumni have approached them and struck up conversation. Several of these conversations ended in job offers. How’s that for useless?
Strongly disagree with his POV, as my college ring I wear proudly for several sentimental reasons. BUT keep it classy, everyone. James Compton passed away a few years back after a long battle with cancer. He probably posted this after diagnosis and after realizing several things. May his eternal soul rest in peace.
I'm not even from the US, but here in the UK we have rings for the top schools & universities (i.e. Cambridge, Oxford and Royal Holloway), I have two for my university degree, one was made in El Paso, Texas (Dunhams). Why? Because I'm proud of my academic achievement. I took myself through two degrees and I went back to college at 33 to get it. So, as some have pointed out, it would appear that you have an issue with achievers. A lot of employers in the states look for these rings as they're like a CV on a finger. Pity you didn't get one, you may not have even gone to college and then onto university. However, there's no need to get salty over it. I just hope you realise that you sound like you have a serious inferiority complex over the issue. Kind of tragic don't you think? It's down to indivdual choice due to academic tradition, nothing more nothing less.
You seem to be saying that any ring you wear is supposed to impress others. Sometimes people where things that are special to themselves only. Those are probably the more confident people.
For all the books he has, and for the pedestal he wasn’t to put himself he sure does stoop low doesn’t he? Class rings are an accomplishment, not everyone goes to college, nobody who goes and graduated is a moron. Especially if it’s through law school. Said he wants to change the way you “view” things but just comes off as small and unsure of himself.
Totally disagree with millions of others. Being accepted into a major university, especially graduate school is based on maintaining a high GPA from being smart. I'm proud of my college ring and wear it with pride after graduating college. I worked my ass off for my undergrad and then my grad degree. To hear this sort of envious nonsense is more reasons I wear the ring. I actually have something to show based on hard work. Additionally, this is why we work in high paying corporate jobs due to our academic application from college. I also enjoyed jocking around high school with my team jacket as a starter on my football team. I made good grades and played ball hard. All of these things came from hard work and I will not allow them to be undermined by this kind of BS. You can re-frame the way you see the world but the world will continue to spin with the same views based on academic success and corporate dominance.
I think thats all your opinion. Most people wear it to show pride in there accomplishment or highest achievement. Even if they didn't graduate, it is the best they have done and the ring may show that. Not everyone is a hater douche bag hating on people over a ring.
What a disgrace to the college you went to if you ever went to a one. And if you didn't, you don't have any idea what it feels like to wear a ring that represents all the effort you put into your studies. What a short mindset!!
Lol this sounds like a bitter man. There are some serious college degrees that teach real deep stuff, that you just can't get thru plain common sense. Common sense can get you part of the way, it is the rigorous proofs and deep math in STEM fields that you just can't get with common sense. There is much study involved in certain degrees in college. It is not an easy thing. That being said, having deep knowledge in any field is not necessarily an indicator of future success, some times all it takes is just one chapter of a book or a single idea, knowing it really well to make money and lots of it. And yes I will buy a college ring, why? because I can afford it and no I won't go broke even though it might be a liability, like my Rolex or my car.
E E come on man! The point of the video is is that college and degree mean absolutely nothing in the real world! These only mean something when your crawling around cubicles w other rats 😂
James Compton I know some “rats” who make over $800,000 a year. I bet you don’t make that much. I know many self-made multi-millionaires who are and used to be “rats” with absolutely zero debt. Cubicles? lol these people have offices nicer than you can imagine. I’ve been there. Yes, going to college and getting a degree does in fact make a difference. A college degree shows the sacrifice, time, and hard work one has dedicated to furthering their education. No one can ever take that degree away. :)
Sounds like what you accomplished academically and athletically didnt merit a ring. You could have still gotten a high school one made but seeing that you just bashed them, then it would it only highlight your hypocrisy. Or did you even graduate high school.
I wear a US Army Service (same as class) ring on my left ring finger to symbolize combat deployments. (With purple stone to denote my Purple Heart) Thank you for showing me some people are more simple minded than I used to think.
I guess you really shouldn't worry about other people and what they wear unless they work for you. I mean for a lot of people it's a school pride thing; meaning if you went to a good high school, a great college, and work for any old company, you just want to show off your pride; so what. Why do people need to be so critical of others, I mean c'mon man. I see a lot of people with college rings, seminary rings, and military academy rings, so just ask them what they majored in, just to strike a conversation. I have a college ring, I don't wear it much; only expect for my wedding ring, watch, and a cross. However; I wear it when I go out and I tend to meet people who when they notice the ring the usually ask me about it, or it opens some door of opportunity for me as "the Ring" has done quit a few times (no one ever seems to think about that). You really cant walk around with your degree in your hand and for some people in certain circles, well my friend it's like a calling card if you will. in the end for the rest of thewords it's whatever wear your ring be proud and don't worry about the haterade you get from others who are so concerned about it!!
If you ever go to a university, and have to obtain high level grades for your specific program, then you would understand what achievement truly means. Education is priceless and just because somebody takes out a student loan doesn't mean they get a degree. Class rings should be encouraged and not spoken to about like you are bro. You sound like a hater and it makes you look bad. When I see a college ring I know that that person had to go through courses just like me in my undergrad and grad school programs. Youth needs to get more education and less weirdo comments like this
Hey guys i have a question. How do you get a college ring? Like do you have to be in a team like football or something? How does it work? FYI we dont have this ring thing in our countery so i have no idea how does it work.
leila gh you buy it . The school has their seal associated with a company. You have to buy it through the company. Usually Jostens makes them. I wear mine to remind me of where I came from and what I can over come through persistence and hard work.
Not a great video, but the haters seem to be the salty ones in the comments. With over $1 trillion of outstanding student loan debt to serve as proof, college is more accessible than ever before. Also, it must be noted that James appears to be from Texas, were college ring traditions hold a prominent place is the cultural landscape. That being said, had James graduated from a more prestigious university than West Texas A&M, he might feel differently. Whenever I see someone wearing a "Brass Rat" or USNA class ring, I understand the immense difficulty that they had to endure to earn the right to wear it!! As such, they should be immensely proud of their achievements, but those of us who graduated from "Huge" state schools may also be proud even though we did not endure such similar rigors. I, myself, have three degrees, but choose not to wear a class ring. But you can bet your ass, if one of those degrees came from MIT or the USNA, I would!!
This dude is full of hate and is asking for people to follow him... Dude a college ring has nothing to do with your ability to perform, instead it is a reminder that says "xxx you struggled through college and succeeded now you know that no matter the challenge you face, as long as you don't give up you will succeed just like you did it before."
I thought you were going to say some important information like "It might show like you are unexperienced to your boss and colleagues" or "It doesn't have any actual purpose or adds to your career so it's a waste of money" Instead this video comes off as unfounded and jealous.
I suspect yiu don’t know a single person who has graduate from college that doesn’t know how to read. Not a one LOL. When yiu make a non-belivable claim like this, why would I believe ANYTHING you say? Serious question.
this is a bad video, when you pass med school or a difficult engineering you can talk. you are here making yt videos so probably you dont know how that feels
Irresponsible video! People wear these rings as a sense of accomplishment. A lot of students struggle to graduate, not because of the challenges of their studies, but because of their family or socioeconomic background. Not everyone ends up working in a big company. This guy says “I don’t understand why people wear these rings.” Of course he doesn’t understand. His ignorance is laughable. To make such a flippant comment about class rings is pretty dumb and simple-minded.
I was the first in my family to get a diploma and them my brothers followed, 20 years later i still wear my ring because it symbolizes my parents struggle to get me an education, and it humbles me everyday.
I'm starting to apply to medical school. Getting my Biology was one of the hardest thing I have ever done. I cried so much when I got a C or a B. I'm a wear that shit proud
Tell that to all of the students each year that receive their college rings. To those who don't have much, and put themselves through school to get an education and look forward to those moments in college where receiving their class ring means everything to them. It's not about how cool it looks, or how it's used to show off. It's a sense of pride and accomplishment. You shouldn't make videos like this if you can't see both sides to your argument.
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Absolutely 💯. It's a symbol of the accomplishment you've obtained. Along the same lines as framing your degree.
Exactly. Clearly he’s a bitter idiot who is angry because he hasn’t found success and this is his feudal attempt Lol
I wear my Master's Degree ring everyday. It's a token of what I sacrificed in order to obtain my ultimate achievement. Be proud of what you did and make no excuses for pursuing greatness 🏆
Wonder if he has a college degree 🤷♂️
The only think I remember from this video is this guy is sad that he doesn’t have a class ring and he’s jealous
Your so sad!!! Go to college and get your ring! Stop crying like a little girl!
@@bomaxwell9566 you're* you type like you need to go college lmfao
He is so wrong! He looked very angry! Sad little angry man!
I started college in 1982. I got to senior level and had to quit due to circumstances beyond my control. I went back and graduated in 2013. Damn right I wear my college ring. To me it represents triumph over adversity.
Definitely. I still sometimes can’t believe I’ve gotten to this point. So I definitely wear my rings with pride. It was a battle. I started grad school with a concussion that caused headaches for over two years. No one is going to convince me I shouldn’t wear my ring.
@@ShanteRoxxane Right! I wear my college ring for me to remind myself of what I have accomplished despite the odds, not to impress anyone else. So should you!! Congradulations to you!!!
@@rickovery Thank you my friend! And same to you, you should always be proud of your achievements!
much respect, similar instance here and Im rocking mine!
@@Jayaldrich26 I just graduated , im going to wear my ring with pride! despite what haters think.
Sounds like you didn't go to college
Lance Pickell mhm
Lance Pickell no qonder her has more dislikes
He's probably a community college drop in...He dropped in a few times then he quit.
Winners never quit and quitters never win!
Don't be proud of one of the greatest accomplishments of the average persons lifetime. Don't have pride in the school that helped shape a young you. That's all I got out of this.
Well, I am proud of my degree, I would in no way call in one of my greatest accomplishment.
I also don't consider myself an average person, nor do I consider my degree or school an average university. So that might be something, too.
Should be renamed to “Why you shouldn’t let a random stranger on UA-cam influence your decisions”
It's not for show, it's for yourself. It's a way of wearing your history and memories.
My Son just received his ring today from Texas Tech University and I couldn’t be any prouder. I can see in my Sons eyes that he is just as proud at his accomplishments. Who are you to try to demean what he has accomplished?? He will wear his ring with pride so you go ahead and hate but just know he and I will always be proud of what he has done to earn that ring!!
The guy has been dead for 3 years..
Ok……….
I love to see people wear their class rings. It's a conversation piece. Brings back memories of working late on a project, your favorite professor or your most difficult one. I can't slam people for making a choice to wear their ring. Peace!!
After watching this video I have decided to not only order my class ring but also get my name engraved on it for the extra charge so i can pass it down to my children so they can cherish just how hard their mother worked to receive an education no matter the circumstances she faced. 👍
I will do the same. Glad to know I am not the only one who feel proud of myself and want to inspire my descendants.
A class ring is a summary of an educational goal that a person would like to remember for the rest of their life. It's a personal accomplishment. Not a "show off" piece or statement piece as you may think they are. Don't go around posting videos like this when you can't argue the right thing.
you are spot on Diana, This man is deflecting his personal opinions that in no way reflect the true meaning of hard work And commitment finishing up A college degree. this man thinks he’s qualified to tell us what to wear and what not to wear,
I worked my way up in the corporate world back in the 80s without college.
I wanted to change my life and career. My University Professor has really gone to bat for me.
You see I was fighting cancer my first semester, I suffered alot.
My University ring will mean a lot to me and because of my life experience coupled with my education I can be free and finally do what I want...
Like you are doing what you want without college, now I am doing what I want BECAUSE of college.
Never underestimate the power of education.
Tell this to the Men and Women who graduate from Military colleges such as West Point where the rings are one of the most cherished processions for them
I disagree. For a lot of people (including me), they don't wear it to show off to others; they wear it because it means something to them personally. It's like tattoos - a little quote where no one can see it is quite different from a massive skull that goes across your entire chest. Both are tattoos, but both have different purposes.
italytiger29 exactly !!!!!it is a memory I'm in middle School and we just got ours ordered and I'm so excited because I will never forget middle school.!😃
yeap its a sense of pride and memories. still even grand parents wear college rings and army rings too.
@@taylorowens765 middle school class ring?
I feel like my class ring will feel like my lucky ring. Like it will carry with it good spirits and motivation like how children have that special plushy i will have my special ring.
Next year I will graduate at the age of 31 and I will be the first person in my immediate family to graduate college. Getting my degree will be one of the proudest moments of my life and my future children will now have no excuse to not graduate college because both of their parents will have a degree. I could care less if you think me wearing my ring is dumb because you don’t know the struggle I went through to get it being a full time student and working 60 hours a week to pay for my schooling and make a living. For you to be condescending and act like it’s not an accomplishment makes you seem very privileged and not in touch with reality.
I'm damn proud of my class ring! Busted my ass at UNC for it. Don't wear it all the time but make sure I do especially at Duke and/or NC State games!
Looks like someone didn't received a ring
He went to a junior college and they didn't offer them and is salty af 💀 🤣🤣
They actually do lol I have one and the one for my university lol he is just mad because he couldn't even get into college lol
Yes they do, hell you can even get one for a GED.
@@tarahjireid I know it was a joke lol 😆 😂 he is just salty that he didn't get one
I don't know how I landed on this video while doing some research, but Jesus Christ, this is a crock of shit. I graduated high school in 1997, and still wear my class ring. I have a class ring from UCLA as well for my master's degree, but I opt to wear my HS ring instead, simply because without my HS education, UCLA wouldn't have been a thing. Sure, it's bulky and some would call it gaudy. I, however, think it flows rather well with me. I struggled to get through HS due to having autism, trying to help my family keep it's ranch afloat, and even participating in sports at the same time, earning a state football championship (which I also have a ring for). I wouldn't be where I am today, not even close to it, if it weren't for my HS education, which I worked incredibly hard to receive. I don't wear my ring for anyone else but me. When I'm having a tough time at work or wherever and I don't think I can handle it, a quick glance at my hand will remind me that I made it though something else that I didn't think I would make it though. For some people, getting a degree or diploma was a very tough struggle, and having a memento of overcoming that challenge is an important thing to them. Even those community colleges are a struggle for some people. My mother, for example, went to a community college for her associate's degree. She did this while raising 3 children, working a ranch, and having to drive through the blizzards of South Dakota. Perhaps graduating from that school for some was easy. For my mother, not so much. That was a HUGE accomplishment for her, and to be reminded of that on a regular basis is an important ordeal. That all said, ignore this video, and the loser in it. He has absolutely no clue, apparently, what some people have to go though for their education(s). The real answer to whether you should wear your class ring or not is whatever you decide is the right answer. Sure, traditionally the ring is normally taken off and put away after you graduate, but that doesn't mean that you have to do it. Same with your tassels. Some people put them in a box. Others hang them on their car mirror. It's YOUR accomplishment. If it's important to you, which any education should be, feel free to remind yourself of it. Most people who wear their rings are wearing it for them, not for others. And for those of you who stumbled on this video for some reason while researching their high school class ring or college ring, that means you are about graduate, and for that, I congratulate you. Well done! And especially for you HS graduates, you have no idea how important your diploma is. Your life will be completely different with it. Right now it might not feel like a big deal, but I promise you... it is. Just wait. You'll see. And just like your diploma, feel free to put that ring somewhere you can see it, whether it be on a chain hanging from your car mirror, on a shelf, in a shadow box, or on your finger, it's absolutely worth admiring. You earned it. And it should never be forgotten about, just as your education should never be forgotten about. And again... ignore this asshat. If you wanna do what he says, feel free to do so, but don't let him influence you. It's your ring, diploma, tassel, letterman, or whatever you have. Do with it what you feel is right for you. And congratulations again on whatever accomplishment you achieved to lead you here!
~Ziggy, Class of 1997, Colman-Egan High School, South Dakota.
You tell 'em, AMEN! In a world where so many people need to give themselves more credit, it's so toxic to teach people that being proud of the memories you made are wrong. It's just so selfish for people like this guy over here to put others down just because he couldn't even handle to look at ring and jacket that hinted at the fact that the people have a life that doesn't revolve around him.
I know, right? I don't get how this asshat came up with this. It's just ridiculous. And it's clear that a lot of other people feel the same way, considering as of today, the video has 39 likes and 714 dislikes. I agree with your statement 100%. Toxic is the perfect word for this guy's "message". All he's doing is telling people not to be proud of a major accomplishment. Especially for people who worked their asses off when they were already in a difficult situation in their lives. I know people who were abused at home and still had the gumption to accomplish something that's literally life changing. So yea, "toxic" is the perfect work for this absolutely harmful message. And I appreciate your reply. It's good to see that someone else feels the same way as I do. And judging from the ratio of thumbs up to thumbs down as well as a LOT of the comments, there's a grip of people who agree with you and I. It's good to see a lot of people who express their feelings about this very harmful video. Again, thank you for your comment. It really does make me feel good to hear someone who is brave enough to express their feelings towards this TOXIC ( once again, thank you for sharing that absolutely perfect word for this guy's disgusting and disrespectful "message"). Have yourself a great day!
Those who have liked this video never understood the value of college and college life.
Happy my degree helped me land my dream job as a Cyber Security manager.
Omg I wear both my class ring and lettermen jacket so I can represent my school
Let me guess....James Compton doesn't have a college degree.
“I know people that can’t read who graduated college” now, not only is that impossible, it has to be a joke. But, for the off chance this isn’t awful sarcasm, I wear my University ring as a reminder to myself that I was able to grind through five hard years and become a better person. Anyone who puts that down is awfully insecure IMO.
I think you're just beong salty.Either you didn't go to college or couldn't afford a ring. Many people are proud Alumni from their schools. And no not everyone can go to college you're wrong there
I'm definitely being salty. If you can't see that college trains the masses to be rats then that's your issue bro! Hmmm let's see I didn't buy a college ring and I didn't go to my college graduation. What's the opportunity cost of buying a college ring for let's say $1,500? I started one of my most profitable companies for $1,500...Next time I'm gonna charge you for my advice :)
James Compton Would you like a surgeon to perform on you without previously going to college? Idiot.
James Compton the fact that you quoted a ring at 1500 shows a lot about your understanding of value. Best of luck with your companies. Hope you’re a bit more in the loop on that front
@@JamesCompton3 but you can get a college ring for dirt cheap. Mine was 25 bucks 🤷♀️
My father was broke and drunk when I graduated high school he got me a cheap ring instead of a yearbook, prom dress, or any other high school celebration. He promised one day if I graduated college he would get me a nice ring. He never went to college so it meant something to him. He was killed when it was 18. My late husband bought me a college ring to help keep my fathers promise when I graduated with my BA 7 years later. I am about to finish my Ph.D. and still wear that ring. I have overcome trauma, abuse, alcoholism, my father and 1st husbands death. I also have multiple disabilities....i wear my ring because I have over come so much to earm it.
Arrogant
Truth hurts!
Good! I call it like I see it.
As you should.
Its not Arrogance its pure facts.
I wear my college class ring everyday, it’s not to show off, but it’s for me
Just because you made it doing something else other than college,
doesn't mean other people don't succeed in something else too. Some people go to college because college is the only path that allows their dreams to happen. I agree some go and just take it easy but some work hard to make it in a discipline that very few ever accomplish. The world heeds people that do different things not everyone has to do the same thing. For those that don't need college, that is fantastic I'm happy for them they made it in something else
Hello with all due respect I wonder why so many business gurus talk down on college so much? Could it be they are jealous of people who went to or completed college? Sounds like a bit of an inferiority complex to me. If you truly thought you were better than college graduates, why spend so much time trying to prove it?
Any class ring, it doesn't matter if it's high school or college, it's a symbol of your accomplishments in your lifetime, buddy. I have 2 of them. Both high school and college and I still wear mine.
Ever thought that some people like the the design of the rings
He knows, "lahhhhh-yerzzz." No Boston accent, just a tenuous grasp on words that have more than 1 syllable
mine shows im smart.
My guess is the reason you don’t wear one is because you haven’t earned one. “I know people who have graduated who can’t read and lawyers I wouldn’t trust”. First. That’s anecdotal. Second, I call. You don’t know anyone that graduated from a *prestigious* university that is illiterate, and you don’t know someone from a *tier one* law school that is not well educated in the law. I agree that you should only wear a class ring if it’s from an institution that you would be proud to tell anyone who asked what institution it represents. Because they will. Since we’re submitting anecdotal evidence as fact here, I’ll go ahead and let you know that I know people personally who have been out in public wearing their Baylor ring, and other Baylor alumni have approached them and struck up conversation. Several of these conversations ended in job offers. How’s that for useless?
Strongly disagree with his POV, as my college ring I wear proudly for several sentimental reasons. BUT keep it classy, everyone. James Compton passed away a few years back after a long battle with cancer. He probably posted this after diagnosis and after realizing several things. May his eternal soul rest in peace.
Hmm that’s sad to know. Looking at it from that point of view it makes sense.
I'm not even from the US, but here in the UK we have rings for the top schools & universities (i.e. Cambridge, Oxford and Royal Holloway), I have two for my university degree, one was made in El Paso, Texas (Dunhams). Why? Because I'm proud of my academic achievement. I took myself through two degrees and I went back to college at 33 to get it. So, as some have pointed out, it would appear that you have an issue with achievers. A lot of employers in the states look for these rings as they're like a CV on a finger. Pity you didn't get one, you may not have even gone to college and then onto university. However, there's no need to get salty over it. I just hope you realise that you sound like you have a serious inferiority complex over the issue. Kind of tragic don't you think? It's down to indivdual choice due to academic tradition, nothing more nothing less.
Says the guy who didn’t go to college
Lemme tell you If I work my ass of for 4 years I will wear tha damn ring and flex it
You seem to be saying that any ring you wear is supposed to impress others. Sometimes people where things that are special to themselves only. Those are probably the more confident people.
For all the books he has, and for the pedestal he wasn’t to put himself he sure does stoop low doesn’t he?
Class rings are an accomplishment, not everyone goes to college, nobody who goes and graduated is a moron. Especially if it’s through law school.
Said he wants to change the way you “view” things but just comes off as small and unsure of himself.
Totally disagree with millions of others. Being accepted into a major university, especially graduate school is based on maintaining a high GPA from being smart. I'm proud of my college ring and wear it with pride after graduating college. I worked my ass off for my undergrad and then my grad degree. To hear this sort of envious nonsense is more reasons I wear the ring. I actually have something to show based on hard work. Additionally, this is why we work in high paying corporate jobs due to our academic application from college. I also enjoyed jocking around high school with my team jacket as a starter on my football team. I made good grades and played ball hard. All of these things came from hard work and I will not allow them to be undermined by this kind of BS. You can re-frame the way you see the world but the world will continue to spin with the same views based on academic success and corporate dominance.
It's about following through on a degree program because the facts are anyone can go but only 1 in 4 finish. Class dismissed.
Gonna wear my ring just to piss this guy off now
They just have pride that they did go to college
I think thats all your opinion. Most people wear it to show pride in there accomplishment or highest achievement. Even if they didn't graduate, it is the best they have done and the ring may show that. Not everyone is a hater douche bag hating on people over a ring.
SALTY!!!!
“I wear the ring”- Pat Conroy 🎤
What a disgrace to the college you went to if you ever went to a one. And if you didn't, you don't have any idea what it feels like to wear a ring that represents all the effort you put into your studies.
What a short mindset!!
It’s not that deep😂 bro lost his and chose to take anger out on those who still have theirs
I hate my high school ring. I wasted money on a damn ring that Doesn't even look good. I wish I could return it.
Why do you have a bookshelf? I know many people who have bookshelves just look smart. Any one can go to Barnes n noble and purchase books
This guys shirt is too unbuttoned to be taken seriously.
Lol this sounds like a bitter man. There are some serious college degrees that teach real deep stuff, that you just can't get thru plain common sense. Common sense can get you part of the way, it is the rigorous proofs and deep math in STEM fields that you just can't get with common sense. There is much study involved in certain degrees in college. It is not an easy thing. That being said, having deep knowledge in any field is not necessarily an indicator of future success, some times all it takes is just one chapter of a book or a single idea, knowing it really well to make money and lots of it. And yes I will buy a college ring, why? because I can afford it and no I won't go broke even though it might be a liability, like my Rolex or my car.
Why you shouldn't drive a car? Because there are many people with driver's licenses on the road who still don't know how to parallel park their cars.
What university did you go to?
E E come on man! The point of the video is is that college and degree mean absolutely nothing in the real world! These only mean something when your crawling around cubicles w other rats 😂
James Compton I know some “rats” who make over $800,000 a year. I bet you don’t make that much. I know many self-made multi-millionaires who are and used to be “rats” with absolutely zero debt. Cubicles? lol these people have offices nicer than you can imagine. I’ve been there. Yes, going to college and getting a degree does in fact make a difference. A college degree shows the sacrifice, time, and hard work one has dedicated to furthering their education. No one can ever take that degree away. :)
@@JamesCompton3 I take your response as a solid NO to EEs question.
Sounds like what you accomplished academically and athletically didnt merit a ring. You could have still gotten a high school one made but seeing that you just bashed them, then it would it only highlight your hypocrisy. Or did you even graduate high school.
@@JamesCompton3 JEALOUS JEALOUS JEALOUS JEALOUS!!! If it is so easy then why don't you have one SOY BOY!!!
I'm hearing that college was too hard.
I wear a US Army Service (same as class) ring on my left ring finger to symbolize combat deployments. (With purple stone to denote my Purple Heart)
Thank you for showing me some people are more simple minded than I used to think.
Get a load of this guy
Jealousy is a bad look
I guess you really shouldn't worry about other people and what they wear unless they work for you. I mean for a lot of people it's a school pride thing; meaning if you went to a good high school, a great college, and work for any old company, you just want to show off your pride; so what. Why do people need to be so critical of others, I mean c'mon man. I see a lot of people with college rings, seminary rings, and military academy rings, so just ask them what they majored in, just to strike a conversation. I have a college ring, I don't wear it much; only expect for my wedding ring, watch, and a cross. However; I wear it when I go out and I tend to meet people who when they notice the ring the usually ask me about it, or it opens some door of opportunity for me as "the Ring" has done quit a few times (no one ever seems to think about that). You really cant walk around with your degree in your hand and for some people in certain circles, well my friend it's like a calling card if you will. in the end for the rest of thewords it's whatever wear your ring be proud and don't worry about the haterade you get from others who are so concerned about it!!
It depends on the person
If you ever go to a university, and have to obtain high level grades for your specific program, then you would understand what achievement truly means. Education is priceless and just because somebody takes out a student loan doesn't mean they get a degree. Class rings should be encouraged and not spoken to about like you are bro.
You sound like a hater and it makes you look bad. When I see a college ring I know that that person had to go through courses just like me in my undergrad and grad school programs. Youth needs to get more education and less weirdo comments like this
He died 4 years ago.
I am proud of my 3 degrees.
Go pound sand.
James Compton RIP
Lol somebody is jealous
I have one and enjoy the compliments
Yea you missed the entire point of a college Ring. It's not for you it's for them
I’m guessing this guy never went lol
You only stated a subjective opinion. Sounds like you need some college to help with your argument.
you're right. some people inherit slave genes.
James Compton you're lost dude, good luck.
Michael Moran lost doing what I love. Thanks bro!
Hey guys i have a question. How do you get a college ring? Like do you have to be in a team like football or something? How does it work? FYI we dont have this ring thing in our countery so i have no idea how does it work.
leila gh you buy it . The school has their seal associated with a company. You have to buy it through the company. Usually Jostens makes them. I wear mine to remind me of where I came from and what I can over come through persistence and hard work.
Not a great video, but the haters seem to be the salty ones in the comments. With over $1 trillion of outstanding student loan debt to serve as proof, college is more accessible than ever before. Also, it must be noted that James appears to be from Texas, were college ring traditions hold a prominent place is the cultural landscape. That being said, had James graduated from a more prestigious university than West Texas A&M, he might feel differently. Whenever I see someone wearing a "Brass Rat" or USNA class ring, I understand the immense difficulty that they had to endure to earn the right to wear it!! As such, they should be immensely proud of their achievements, but those of us who graduated from "Huge" state schools may also be proud even though we did not endure such similar rigors. I, myself, have three degrees, but choose not to wear a class ring. But you can bet your ass, if one of those degrees came from MIT or the USNA, I would!!
Like seriously? Don't get your point.
This dude is full of hate and is asking for people to follow him... Dude a college ring has nothing to do with your ability to perform, instead it is a reminder that says "xxx you struggled through college and succeeded now you know that no matter the challenge you face, as long as you don't give up you will succeed just like you did it before."
You’re just salty
I thought you were going to say some important information like "It might show like you are unexperienced to your boss and colleagues" or "It doesn't have any actual purpose or adds to your career so it's a waste of money" Instead this video comes off as unfounded and jealous.
Rip man
Naval Academy....you bet your a$$ I wear my ring with pride
This has to be satire.
#AngryMan
Actually he's #DeadMan, from fall 2018.
This video must've been filmed in your Mom's basement...
Who hurt this guy?😂
😂😂😂someone make this guy a meme
I suspect yiu don’t know a single person who has graduate from college that doesn’t know how to read. Not a one LOL. When yiu make a non-belivable claim like this, why would I believe ANYTHING you say? Serious question.
Yiu get a college ring?
this is a bad video, when you pass med school or a difficult engineering you can talk. you are here making yt videos so probably you dont know how that feels
Irresponsible video! People wear these rings as a sense of accomplishment. A lot of students struggle to graduate, not because of the challenges of their studies, but because of their family or socioeconomic background. Not everyone ends up working in a big company. This guy says “I don’t understand why people wear these rings.” Of course he doesn’t understand. His ignorance is laughable. To make such a flippant comment about class rings is pretty dumb and simple-minded.
Nice wrist tattoo. No real reasons.
dude what are you even talking about
This guy has no credibility. Did he even go to college ?
Why are you not replying to emails? Why are you not answering my questions on your previous youtube videos?
Abdul, I'm super slammed with emails! I'll reply tomorrow am!
The old pyramid scheme click bait.
😂
I was the first in my family to get a diploma and them my brothers followed, 20 years later i still wear my ring because it symbolizes my parents struggle to get me an education, and it humbles me everyday.
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What bozo
Bro the guy who made the video just sounds salty as f
When your mom doesn't let you get a class ring
I'm starting to apply to medical school. Getting my Biology was one of the hardest thing I have ever done. I cried so much when I got a C or a B. I'm a wear that shit proud
Someone sounds a little insecure 👌
Small manhood lmao