wisdom over knowledge, but some knowledge critical (Score 1)

Professors should emphasize imparting their wisdom before the latest and greatest (programming language or technology-specific) knowledge. Agreed. However, they should tailor that effort towards providing a healthy dose of marketable expertise in the process. This is very important to help grads land that first job. Some students are passionate enough about their field to gain real-world knowledge on the side (geeking, internships), but others may have more diverse interests (or rank other interests high enough that recreational pursuits are directed towards unrelated activities). Students are quite occupied with curricula and I believe that lessons learned therein should be aimed at both requirements.