So I just found out that in order to have the IT specialization I want, I would have to graduate in Fall 2004. I was planning on graduating in Spring of 04. I don't need this specialization, I can graduate with my marketing degree in the spring, with no problem, in fact, my life would be much simpler. Basically my last two semesters would only have 3 required classes, and one whatever class.
Maybe it would help if I backed up a bit...
I am currently a Senior (going into my forth year) Marketing Major. I came into college with 11 credits, and I've taken classes every semester in college, summer included. This has let me keep my course load down to a minimum each semester, allowing me to work to pay for school, and do extracurricular activities I enjoy.
I also own a small business, a tech solutions company. I do everything from Video Conferencing to networking, to web design, to general tech stuff; right now I'm implementing a paperless office solution for a client. This, and previously a commission sales job is what has paid for school, rent, etc.
Up until recently, I assumed that I'd graduate school, and join the rat race of looking for a job. Lately, I've decided that while I probably will do some interviewing, I'm not going to worry too much about finding a job. If I get a really good offer from a company I'd be excited to work with, then I might join the 9-5 crew. If not, I'll just continue on in my business, expanding it, and trying to make it work full time.
Which brings us to the IT specialization. Originally I was going to add Telecommunications as a major, then I decided to add this when it recently became available. I have a lot of tech experience, and I mean a lot for a 21 year old. I've done tech work that most people don't even understand when I explain it to them, and sometimes when I show them. However, the only piece of paper I have to show for it is an expired CNA (Certified Novell Administrator). It seemed like a good idea to have something degree wise to back up my real world experience. Still does. However, if I don't go in the corporate world, this matters a whole lot less.
I don't think that I am going to stick around for the IT specialization. I can always go back to school for a masters in IT if needs be. As much I love college, I don't want to extend it for what amounts to one class. Ya, the reason you can't graduate till Fall 2004; They can't run a class needed until then because of budget cuts. But that is a while separate rant all together.
Thanks for listening, looks like I figured things out. I love this blog thing.
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