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.
Go with the journalism. You're too well-spoken not to do that, and you can *write* about all of the other stuff, plus whatever else you want. Your history of varying majors should tell you: you'll get bored with anything that isn't changing daily, or with any profession in which you don't have the opportunity to speak out about social ills and willful ignorance.
ReplyDeleteJust sayin'.
I appreciate your perspective! I think you're right about me getting bored with the mundane. I can't really see myself in a cubicle, and I especially can't see myself having to kiss some ignorant person's ass. I'll keep these things in mind!
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