What's Your Education?

[DeeGeMe]

I double majored in English and Political Science. I'm a writer and researcher now and I can knock out pieces faster than anyone else I know in the same business, I'm a whiz at analyzing material and I can hunt down sources like a bloodhound. Just don't ask me to do math.

Here's a truth life story. The other day I got a bill for 120.38. I wrote a check (it was to the county treasurer)--for 102.38. They kindly sent it back to me and pointed out it was for the wrong amount. I seem to have math dyslexia--I don't have it when I'm reading or writing but boy, when I'm doing math--it's there. I have a habit of switching numbers around and I've done it for years now.

Another example: Currently there is close to a $1000 difference in what the banks says I have in my checking account and what I think I have in my checking account. This has gone on for months now and each month, the total gets larger and larger. Luckily, they say I have more than I think I have or I'd be frantic. This gives you some idea of my math skills!

[amber]

Originally Posted by DeeGeMe

I double majored in English and Political Science. I'm a writer and researcher now and I can knock out pieces faster than anyone else I know in the same business, I'm a whiz at analyzing material and I can hunt down sources like a bloodhound. Just don't ask me to do math.

Here's a truth life story. The other day I got a bill for 120.38. I wrote a check (it was to the county treasurer)--for 102.38. They kindly sent it back to me and pointed out it was for the wrong amount. I seem to have math dyslexia--I don't have it when I'm reading or writing but boy, when I'm doing math--it's there. I have a habit of switching numbers around and I've done it for years now.

Another example: Currently there is close to a $1000 difference in what the banks says I have in my checking account and what I think I have in my checking account. This has gone on for months now and each month, the total gets larger and larger. Luckily, they say I have more than I think I have or I'd be frantic. This gives you some idea of my math skills!

Whoa...I wish my math skill were that bad! mine are deficient in ways like, I could get lost going around the block Congrats on your super skills! That's really cool...
AMber

[cliffdweller]

working toward a master's right now...can't wait to get the hell out of school forever!

[cliffdweller]

Originally Posted by GypsySorcerer

My apologies to the people who already read this on BN...........

I have a BA in public relations/English and am almost done with my MA in communication. This probably is my last semester of coursework. I may take one course in the spring. I won't have the degree in hand until May, because I have to take my comps.

Ah yes, lovely, lovely comps...and a master's thesis, don't forget that!

[sara1998]

I graduated High School....

[skcin]

Originally Posted by Lux

What the hell is that supposed to mean?

Do you mean being referred to as Luxie? I almost pissed myself laughing - somehow I don't think you're in love with THAT nickname.


Anyway, I HATED math & science in high school, so I did the only thing I could to get out of it - I went to BOCES! That's right, BOCES! I didn't want to take cosmetology or auto repair, so I took nursing, ending up loving it. Laugh all you want, I had my practical nursing diploma at 18 & passed the LPN boards with flying colors right after my 19th birthday.

I worked for about a year & decided to go back to school for my Associate's, so I went to school full time while I worked part time evening shift. Graduated with honors when I was 22, passed the RN boards at 23. Worked for about a year, decided "what the hell?" Went back part time at night for my B.S. in Nursing, worked full time days, got my degree Magna Cum Laude.

So while it did take my about 3 years longer than it would have if I had gone right out of high school, I'm so happy I did it this way. Most nurses in their late 20's can't say they've had over 10 years of nursing experience. And I'm proud to say that I didn't take out any student loans, so I'm debt free

Paula

[DeadliestPoison]

I'm a Junior in High School, but when I'm in college I'm probably going to major in Psychology or something. Or maybe do something with Graphic Design. Who knows.

[amber]

Originally Posted by skcin

Do you mean being referred to as Luxie? I almost pissed myself laughing - somehow I don't think you're in love with THAT nickname.


Anyway, I HATED math & science in high school, so I did the only thing I could to get out of it - I went to BOCES! That's right, BOCES! I didn't want to take cosmetology or auto repair, so I took nursing, ending up loving it. Laugh all you want, I had my practical nursing diploma at 18 & passed the LPN boards with flying colors right after my 19th birthday.

I worked for about a year & decided to go back to school for my Associate's, so I went to school full time while I worked part time evening shift. Graduated with honors when I was 22, passed the RN boards at 23. Worked for about a year, decided "what the hell?" Went back part time at night for my B.S. in Nursing, worked full time days, got my degree Magna Cum Laude.

So while it did take my about 3 years longer than it would have if I had gone right out of high school, I'm so happy I did it this way. Most nurses in their late 20's can't say they've had over 10 years of nursing experience. And I'm proud to say that I didn't take out any student loans, so I'm debt free

Paula

That's quite an accomplishment!! I always thought the job i would most NOT want to have was nurse, so I admire people who are nurses...and I just thought Luxie was cute...you know, like an endearing way to say Lux?
Amber

[jadegypsy]

Well I have a BS. (aka bullsh*t) degree in Biotechnology, yes i'm proud of my degree but it was a running joke that the Science majors get BS degrees and the Art/English majors get BA's, yet they do all the bullsh*itting. Going to take GRE's and possibly go get a PhD in Genetics...But that's a couple years away.
Oddly I am terrible at spelling but have absurdly high vocab and reading comp scores, go figure, oh and I minored in English, as my profs said, "you are so lucky we don't grade on spelling and puncuation."

Hey Golden Braid are you an Aggie Alum? Just wondering b/c thats a popular major there.

[celestenadia]

Originally Posted by DeeGeMe

I double majored in English and Political Science. I'm a writer and researcher now and I can knock out pieces faster than anyone else I know in the same business, I'm a whiz at analyzing material and I can hunt down sources like a bloodhound. Just don't ask me to do math.

Here's a truth life story. The other day I got a bill for 120.38. I wrote a check (it was to the county treasurer)--for 102.38. They kindly sent it back to me and pointed out it was for the wrong amount. I seem to have math dyslexia--I don't have it when I'm reading or writing but boy, when I'm doing math--it's there. I have a habit of switching numbers around and I've done it for years now.

Another example: Currently there is close to a $1000 difference in what the banks says I have in my checking account and what I think I have in my checking account. This has gone on for months now and each month, the total gets larger and larger. Luckily, they say I have more than I think I have or I'd be frantic. This gives you some idea of my math skills!

DeeGeMe - Hello There!
It sounds like you "suffer" from the same thing I do...mild dyscalculia...It's an under acknowledged learning challenge... I do the same thing as you do from time to time
and I have similar "banking issues"...

[golden braid]

Originally Posted by jadegypsy

Hey Golden Braid are you an Aggie Alum? Just wondering b/c thats a popular major there.

Yes. I am a proud UC Davis graduate. Go Aggies! How about you?

[GateandGarden]

Originally Posted by jadegypsy

...but it was a running joke that the Science majors get BS degrees and the Art/English majors get BA's, yet they do all the bullsh*itting.

Hey now!

I'm getting my BA in English with a minor in History, and I'm considering getting my MA and PhD in History and teaching college. I hope I don't change my mind like I've done quite a bit already since I've been in college.

Hillary

[hayley]

I have a BA in Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management, graduated magna cum laude- but it's a bull**** degree from a bull**** college. At least I can remind myself that I was offered scholarships from NYU, Columbia, and the University of Toronto and chose not to take them.

I hated school- I've thought about going for an MBA, but I don't need it at this point. We'll see.

[Violet]

I have an Associate's Degree in "Specialized Business" (for court reporting). The most college-like course I took while getting that degree was psychology and a beginner's accounting course and anatomy and physiology. I started to go back to night courses towards a bachelor's about 11 years ago, but then my grandfather passed away, and I just couldn't get back into it. I'll always be sorry I don't have a bachelor's.

I've never taken any math class higher than 9th grade algebra, and I got a D in that. My mind just doesn't deal with numbers that well. If someone spouts off a bunch of numbers to me, all I hear is "blah, blah, blah." In a deposition that involves a lot of numbers I have to interrupt a lot to have them repeat them, or ask them to go slow on the numbers. But English and spelling? Bring 'em on!

Carol

[skcin]

Originally Posted by amber

That's quite an accomplishment!! I always thought the job i would most NOT want to have was nurse, so I admire people who are nurses...and I just thought Luxie was cute...you know, like an endearing way to say Lux?
Amber

Thanks! The job definitely is NOT for everyone, but I love it. It helps that I don't work at a hospital (hate 'em!), I work at a University Student Health Center. Still fast-paced & ever-changing, but I don't stress out over being short-staffed & wondering if I've accidentally killed someone...

And I was just teasing Lux - she doesn't seem like a "Luxie" to me, that's all.

Paula