College was just one of those things, it was for some and not for others for whatever reason. Glimmer wasn't of the thought that it was a requirement. Some of the most successful and richest people had not gone to college. It wasn't like you learned the most important lessons there.
"No? If you didn't go what would you do?" That was far more interesting than asking him what schools he was considering if he did go. Glimmer figured John probably could teach college computer classes.