Not too surprising, really....
Some of my friends have this perception that having more general
knowledge would 'crowd out' the more 'important' academic
information from the brain.
Simi crowding-out effect... I certainly didn't lose out on my
studies by wanting to know a little more about what goes on around
me, no?
Hell, they mock me for going through Wikipedia in my spare time...
they think I'm nuts.
Ah.... bollocks to them. I just enjoy reading up on things like
ancient civilisations, historical wars, and infamous villains.
Never mind if it's not related to my studies... lots of fascinating
stuff that you can find in Wikipedia. 