well, i did start my first go around in college as an english major
and while i think grammer is important, i think knowing when and how to break the rules of grammer to communicate in a more casual or contemporary way is also important. I also think there is a big difference between applying these standards to english speaking people and those who have other first languages.
i don't think it helps to criticize anyone for their misuse of grammer but i have noticed that some non english speaking people actually appreciate the help when you correct something in a polite way. I know i would if i were typing in a second language.
but i would agree that grammer reflects on a person overall. but reflections of ourselves can be good or bad, it depends on what we make them.
