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Gender issues have been increasing in
importance through the centuries. In almost every sphere of human activity,
there has been a movement towards greater equality between men and women.
Although I agree that universities should open their doors to all students
alike, in my view, they need not set a fixed limit on the number of men and
women they accept in each subject. The bases for my views are psychological and
personal.
Psychologically-speaking, men and women
are simply different, though they have the same potential for greatness. For
example, women tend to be more intuitive, sensitive to others and caring. This
means they may feel drawn, on the basis of their personalities, to certain
kinds of professions such as teaching, nursing, or psychology, even if all
fields are open to them. In such a context, it is best for universities to
choose the best applicants, regardless of gender.
Personally, students need to discover
their true calling. This is an individual matter and is not influenced by the
universities reserving seats for men or women. For example, if the majority of
women shy away from math or engineering, perhaps it has to do with their
upbringing, which has influenced their interests. The universities will not be
able to reverse this trend, though they should always look out for the most
qualified candidates.
In conclusion, equality cannot be forced
upon people – not in the area of education, employment or family life. Equality
is about having choices and those who prove themselves capable will qualify for
university, regardless of gender. It is only right that universities reflect
and respect these free and natural choices being exercised by their students.
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