Just Curious......

[Blessed1]

Originally posted by Sexy Mocha:
What was/is everyone's major? Why did you choose this particular major?

I am a Vocal Performance major. I chose this because I love music and singing, and I would love to have the opportunity to maybe sing at the Met(ropolitan Opera) .....Ultimately, however, I intend to teach private voice at a performing arts high school.

[kitten03]

Mocha,
That's cool. I have been trying to write a book for years. But once I get started, i think it sounds bad so I stop. I'm very critical of my writing. Maybe that's why I am going into teaching. I can give someone else the confidence about their writing that I never had about mine. Plus, little kids can barely write their names. I can't deal with them tugging at my skirt and asking for milk and cookies. Even older elementary school kids have too much energy. My bf's mom and her twin are both kindergarten teachers and members of AKA. I don't see how they can deal with the little ones.

[carebear]

Well I entered college as a history/political science major but didn't like it so I changed my second semester to psychology; however I changed it once again to Social Work.

I basically chose to stay w/ social work because of the diverse opportunities that you have w/ a BSW/MSW. In short term planning, I would like to work w/ children/youth & families primarily foster care/adoption or child protective services. In the long term, it is my desire/dream to open a center for emotionally scared, physically, academically, and mentally challenged youth/children.

[LikeASista]

Originally posted by mizzkes:
Hello all,
My major is Psychology with a minor in Elementary Education. I discovered my love for Psychology during my Sophomore year in High School where I took the class as an elective. I had never encountered a subject so intriguing. I wanted to know what motivated to people to behave the way that they do. I always liked to try to figure people out; understand their motives. Then, I have a love for, or should I say that I am better able to tolerate misbehavior of thechildren. So, I decided to go into the field of Child Psychology. I plan to work as an Eduacator while pursuing my Psy.D, in Child Psychology. Once I achieve that I will open a private practice.....

Okay, mizzkes, I just used your message for my very own. You have the EXACT same love for Psychology that I do. Unfortunately, I ended up getting a Master's in something purely unrelated, because I had no idea how competitive the psych field is. Ironically, though, after graduation last weekend, I hadn't had my Master's degree one day before people began begging me to get into the Master of Music program at the same institution. I had a scholarship in Music my first year in undergrad which I gave up, because the professors were pure CRAP. I was pressured into the field, because it was expected of me. We get messed up real good when we do things just because someone else wants us to do them. I wanted to be a Biology major at the start. Since that time, I've been singing and singing and singing, and people have been begging me to go back into music. I'm SICK of hearing it, so I decided I'd do it. But this time, I'm doing it because I'm curious to know more about the field I gave up. Now that I'm mature enough to handle the pressures of college and grad school, I'm prepared for the challenge. Music isn't easy at all (Theory kicked my butt freshman year), but it is a lot easier for ME (someone who's been in music all her life) than starting a new field I know NOTHING about. Sometimes we have to choose an educational route that encourages the TALENTS we already have. But that doesn't mean I have, in any way, wasted my time getting a Bachelor's degree in Psychology or a Master's in Public Policy. They will benefit me in the long run. The main purpose for me now is just to FINISH my education regardless of the field.

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No weapon formed against me shall prosper, for I am a child of the Most High God, Who sits upon the Throne of Grace, and rules all Heaven and Earth.

[Sexy Mocha]

Kitten03, I love little kids to death, but, like yourself, I can't keep up with the energy level. I bet the books that you start to write are actually good but you're probably like me... too critical of your own work! As your writing, let others read it for you and get their feedback. And don't try to rush the story along, that was my mistake...being too eager to finish it! When and IF I ever complete my first book, I want you all to look in the front of the book because I'm going to give a Crazy Big acknowledgement to all of my Greekchat.com family!

[Professor]

I started off in business admin because my parents forbid me to go into education. Most of my family consists of teachers and everyone says "Teachers don't make no money." After six hours of accounting I decided to follow my dream. I have dual certification in English and Elementary Education. I taught summer school after graduation and decided that teaching is not for me and learned for myself that "Teachers don't make no money ." By luck I ended up working in human services and started a MSW program but because of scheduling conflicts changed to Agency Counseling. Next year, hopefully, I will complete the Agency Counseling program with concentration in social work.

I've always wanted to teach students with learning disabilities. I often thought if motivated all students will find success in education. I still have this belief but I am toooooo old and have very little tolerance at this point to consider going back into the classroom. However, I applaud all teachers especially those that are effective and in for the long haul.

[kell1gs]

JUST DREDGING THIS TOPIC UP...
My major is Microelectronic Engineering and soon ima be adding a minor in dance/performing arts if they'll let me!!! anytime an admistrator or somebody sees my class schedule transcript or resume they cant figure out if im a Dancer or a Engineer becuase 3 quarters out of 4 I've got more performace credits than engineering classes.

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[THICKNCHOCLATE]

I have a B.S. in Early Childhood Education. I am currently pursuing a second B.S. in Business Administration. I also plan on pursuing my MBA. My ultimate goal is to own a pre-k/childcare center.

[InquiringMind]

My major is political science. I chose this major b/c it's the only thing I think I could stand for four years. But honestly I have always been interested in the government and law and how it works. I do want to attend law school when I graduate, but I want to concentrate more in corporate/entertainment law, so I'm thinking about picking up a minor in business.

[Steeltrap]

My major was print journalism, with a sociology minor. I'm blessed that I've been able to have a career in this field, especially in view of job cutbacks and the fact that people aren't reading the newspapers as much as they used to.

[ClassyLady]

My major is business administration and I am considering adding finance to have a double major. The curriculums are very similar so if it's easy enough, I'll add finance and graduate with two degrees.

I chose business because I am really good at math and I like working with people. I'm interning at a Financial Services firm. I also plan to go to graduate school for a JD/MBA program. By the time I graduate there, a lot of doors will be open for me.

[Kaydphia]

My major is Elementary Education. Concentration in K-8.

Kay

[gamma_girl52]

I started off being a Early Childhood Ed major for about 3 years, then decided that I could not deal with teaching small children-too much for me. Then I changed to Middle Childhood Ed with concentrations in Language Arts and Social Studies.

Well, I still felt that this just wasn't for me. Perhaps after being in school 4 years already changed me, but I just wasn't feeling it anymore...so, I took a trip down to Arts & Sciences and changed it a third time.

Now my major is English Literature with a Sociology minor, and I'm much happier!! I'm doing so much better in school now and I actually look forward to class Unlike a lot of my friends who despise English, I absolutely love it. I don't regret having the education experience (or the fact that I'm now a "Super-Duper" Senior)-I've learned a lot. But don't think I'm not counting the days till December '02 for graduation

In Service,
gamma_girl52

[princessbee21]

I have a dual major of Sociology and Social Work...I didn't really intend on making this my major @ first, I was really interested in Sports Broadcasting/Journalism simply because of my love for sports...However, after, a few semesters and doing some volunteering/mentoring, I realized that I would love nothing more to be able have a directly positive influence on impressionable children/young adults...I saw the positive effect that I was having (not to brag ) on some of the children, and I realized that Social Work was my calling...I also realize that I have to be smart (and that I would like to compensated for my hard work ), so I'm going to get my masters in Social Work.

[Sugar_N_Spice]

My major is Sociology, and I am minoring in Political Science and Public Policy. I chose Sociology b/c it focuses on society and why people do the things they do, and looks for ways to eleviate social problems. Well, that's what I like to do, so the major is perfect for me.

As far as Political Science goes, I want to take the law-related courses in the department (I am Pre-Law). I do not like the major enough to major in it, but I like the flexibility of the minor.

Lastly, I chose Public Policy as my other minor, with a concentration in Social Welfare, b/c as I stated earlier, my joy lies in helping others. Also, the minor will give me a clear understanding of what "Public Policy" and "Social Welfare" actually are, which will hep me decide which of the two I want to get my Masters in (and which degree will work best in conjuction with a law degree).