DU History graduate scores 84%, hears this from placement cell: ‘No companies for humanities students’
A LinkedIn post about the placement struggles of a Delhi University History graduate has resonated with many professionals and students. The post argues that while companies often talk about valuing critical thinking and communication skills, humanities graduates are frequently left out of campus recruitment drives. DU History graduate’s placement setback sparks debate on humanities jobs. (Representative Image) The post was shared by founder Harshit Khare on LinkedIn. In the post, Khare spoke about a friend who graduated with a History (Hons) degree from Delhi University with 84 per cent marks and made the Dean’s List. He wrote, “A friend of mine graduated with a History (Hons) degree from Delhi University last year. 84%. Dean’s List. She could debate colonial economics for hours and write better than most people I know.” According to him, when she approached her college placement cell, she was told, “Sorry, we don’t have companies coming in for humanities students.” (Also Read: San Francisco couple sues landlord who increased their rent by 71%: ‘We were shocked’) Khare said there was no follow …
