Wednesday, June 26, 2013

Choosing a Major, Majorly Sucks Part 1

Ok, so I'm gonna be real self-centered on this first blog post.  I actually made this blog about two years ago, and guess what?  I never got around to writing anything.   Well, I'm done with that whole procrastinating thing now.  It's time for me to get off my ___, or rather to sit my ___ down and get to writing.

Choosing a major has been a huge source of anxiety for me for the past couple of years.  I'm finished with my core classes, so it's down to the wire and I need to make a decision.  I don't want to spend any more time deciding, but I also don't have the dough to take any random classes.  Here is a cute little line-up of my fickle-cell induced indecision:

Vet-Tech-->  Wildlife -->  English -->  Officially Undecided-->  Anthropology-->  Spanish-->  Political Science-->  International Relations-->  Astronomy/Physics-->  WTF?!

Tomorrow, I am going to part 2 of my Major Exploration appointment. I was on the brink of tears (pathetic right?) at Part 1, so I'm just done with the zig-zag.  By the end of this week I'll have made a decision, and I'll finally be able make a plan for finishing my degree (first in my family). I have narrowed my list down to 5, as requested:
  • Anthropology
  • Women's & Gender Studies
  • Journalism: Professional Writing
  • English: Writing (Accelerated BA/MA)
  • Environmental Sustainability (Culture & Society)
I'm getting close, eh?

Regardless of what I choose, I feel that I need to incorporate writing.  It was one of my "artistic" go-to's as a child, and though I've neglected the talent (if I can call it that) for so long, I think it's there.  Therefore, I intend to update this blog weekly--I will, I really will!


**EDIT**
Well, I was mistaken.  Part 2 of my appointment is actually tomorrow, so stay tuned for the next update regarding my life choices.  I know you're all very excited.