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Becca
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Lyons, Ohio
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Can I balance having multiple minors as a freshman in college? How fast can I get an internship with my major?
I am an active senior in high school and I am searching for good ways to study during my time at college. I plan to major in Professional Writing at Cedarville University and minor in Creative Writing. I also enjoy reading, writing short stories, poems, dialogues, (and maybe a book).
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Andrew Dixon
Graphic Designer
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Kenosha, Wisconsin
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Andrew’s Answer
Hi Becca,
First, it is wonderful that you know already what you would like to do with your future and have identified what you love doing. Your path is a creative one, so as a suggestion please don't spend time in minors that don't pertain to your major.
Some creative careers require us to be able to pivot and be agile in the marketplace. If you are majoring in writing, then perhaps consider a minor in public relations (PR) or communications. This way, as you pursue you major, you have a minor to utilize those same talents while you pursue your passion.
I'm a graphic designer, however my degree is in Multimedia which means I know several aspects of design and that opens up my job search a lot more. College is expensive, so it's important to think about how you will earn a living not just for yourself but a future family if you so choose. This is not in any means to scare you, but to get you to thinking about how you will apply your talents while working in your career. Maybe, consider journalism as another avenue, but also consider how AI is effecting that space.
In short, you're on a good path. Focus on other avenues that align with your major/passion and pursue that rather than multiple minors that may not align with your goals.
Many blessings,
Drew
First, it is wonderful that you know already what you would like to do with your future and have identified what you love doing. Your path is a creative one, so as a suggestion please don't spend time in minors that don't pertain to your major.
Some creative careers require us to be able to pivot and be agile in the marketplace. If you are majoring in writing, then perhaps consider a minor in public relations (PR) or communications. This way, as you pursue you major, you have a minor to utilize those same talents while you pursue your passion.
I'm a graphic designer, however my degree is in Multimedia which means I know several aspects of design and that opens up my job search a lot more. College is expensive, so it's important to think about how you will earn a living not just for yourself but a future family if you so choose. This is not in any means to scare you, but to get you to thinking about how you will apply your talents while working in your career. Maybe, consider journalism as another avenue, but also consider how AI is effecting that space.
In short, you're on a good path. Focus on other avenues that align with your major/passion and pursue that rather than multiple minors that may not align with your goals.
Many blessings,
Drew
Ilan Marouani, Esq., LL.M.
Tax Attorney
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New York, New York
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Hi Becca,
This is a great start that you are already planning your college experience and curriculum. Even better that you know your major and minor before even starting college, it will give you an edge over others who just take random classes until figuring out their path.
Every college has their own requirements, Dos, and Don'ts.
This mean that your college might allow having multiple minors, while another might not. You should definitely reach out to administration at your future college and ask directly.
From a personal experience, a minor does not really much in terms of career, so if it is the reason you are trying to have multiple ones, I do not think it makes sense.
If you are talking about taking a bunch of random classes that could form several minors that is something totally different.
My advice would be to not try and box yourself with a minor just to have a few minors under your belt. Focus on the experience of college, enjoying what you are learning, and getting closer to your Major.
If of course, after a few semesters you realize you are missing a class or two to get a minor, and those classes seem interesting to you, I would definitely go for it.
Just don't focus too much on the minor; work towards your major, and the minor should only be a secondary thought, or just an accumulation of a few non-required classes you ended up taking.
Good luck!
This is a great start that you are already planning your college experience and curriculum. Even better that you know your major and minor before even starting college, it will give you an edge over others who just take random classes until figuring out their path.
Every college has their own requirements, Dos, and Don'ts.
This mean that your college might allow having multiple minors, while another might not. You should definitely reach out to administration at your future college and ask directly.
From a personal experience, a minor does not really much in terms of career, so if it is the reason you are trying to have multiple ones, I do not think it makes sense.
If you are talking about taking a bunch of random classes that could form several minors that is something totally different.
My advice would be to not try and box yourself with a minor just to have a few minors under your belt. Focus on the experience of college, enjoying what you are learning, and getting closer to your Major.
If of course, after a few semesters you realize you are missing a class or two to get a minor, and those classes seem interesting to you, I would definitely go for it.
Just don't focus too much on the minor; work towards your major, and the minor should only be a secondary thought, or just an accumulation of a few non-required classes you ended up taking.
Good luck!
Peter Leonard
Financial Services
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Fountain Valley, California
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Peter’s Answer
I would suggest sorting out your schedule (if offered look into evening classes)
Get comfortable with your schedule and /rhythm (would wait until 2nd semester)
Build relationships with professors immediately, and perhaps you can intern for them
Set up a LinkedIn profile and begin building your network (perhaps you can intern with a contact)
Remember, studies are the priority
Hope this helps
PL
Get comfortable with your schedule and /rhythm (would wait until 2nd semester)
Build relationships with professors immediately, and perhaps you can intern for them
Set up a LinkedIn profile and begin building your network (perhaps you can intern with a contact)
Remember, studies are the priority
Hope this helps
PL
Joseph Maltby
Analysis and Management
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Richmond, VA
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Joseph’s Answer
I have a liberal arts degree but not in writing, so I can't speak to the value of the degree or of any particular minor, but I will say that I've never know any employer to really focus on the minor when making decisions. I would suggest any extra time you have would be better spent writing than on additional classwork. As for internships, I also don't know what they look like for writing students, but in my experience access to any internship is mostly about applying to a lot and meeting people who can offer one. So just getting out there is the best way to find more opportunities. Don't overlook technical writing as a good place to start either, as several well-known professional writers began there.