I work at a University and am a Sophomore at 69. Don't allow that garbage to color how you feel about yourself and what you are doing. Knowing the difference between OUR stuff and THEIR stuff is a big key. I know all about politics at a University. you can't do anything about their childish game playing politics, but you CAN do something about the way you feel about yourself and be proud of what you are doing. No matter where you go in life, there will always be politics, etc. hugs