Distinguishing myself from other college students in my fields of interest?
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Let me give you a couple of ideas that would impress me if I were looking at your grad school application.  I'm not assuming you necessarily want to go to grad school; these same things would impress a future employer, and give you something interesting to do in the immediate present.\n\nFor journalism:\nStart your own campus newspaper, magazine, or blog.\n\nFor history:\nGet an internship in a museum or at an historical site, or at an archive, or do some archeological fieldwork.  Start a website that deals with a particular historical era, or explores alternative histories (those what-if scenarios, like "what if Carter had gotten the hostages out of Iran?" or "what if the North lost the Civil War?") or historical mysteries or controversies (Lindbergh baby, Kennewick man, etc.).   (I'm aware my examples are drawn solely from US history, but you gave no indication of your own historical interests.)\n\nAnyway, those are a couple of thoughts.
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I can't offer you any examples (that would be a violation of policy and ethics), but I can tell you what you should include.\n\nWho am I (education, experience, awards, skills, distinctions, etc.)?\nWhy am I interested in this field of study?\nWhy am I particularly qualified for graduate study in this area? How have I prepared for study in this field?\nWhy am I interested in this particular program?\nWhat is my potential specific area of interest? Why?\nWhat are my interests or influences in terms of theory?\nWhat are my long-term goals?\n\nAnd for goodness sake, PROOFREAD for grammar and spelling errors!\n\nIf there are any blemishes on your undergraduate transcript, or gaps in your preparation, explain them.\n\nAlso, it's always a good practice to show familiarity with current literature in the field, *especially* if you are not submitting a current writing sample.\n\nOne other piece of advice: Tailor each statement of intent for each program. Speak with your current professors before you apply, and ask about the strengths of various programs. You should already know which scholars are of greatest interest to you as mentors, but it is always wise to ask current professors if they know these scholars. (You may learn that Professor XX, while brilliant, is a lousy mentor for grad students.)
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Use your alumni network.  Sometimes, you can find people to talk to from fields your interested in.  Also, join a organization or club...that has a field your interested in...attend their meetings and meet people. I believe they also have career networking fairs or parties that are held as well.
848111
My crystal ball cannot predict what academic majors will have the most career potential, no one else can either. Just do what interests you the most. College is a waste of your time if you do it only to get a career, you're more likely to enter into a field unrelated to your major. Learn to bullshit, no good bullshit that will actually convince someone.
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No one can really answer that except yourself.  Some people find biotechnology far more interesting, others find dentistry does it for them.  I would recommend seeing if you could "job shadow" a dentist and someone in biotech for awhile, so you can determine which holds more interest for you.  If you are currently in college, there are quite often programs in place to be able to do this.  However, you can always approach people on your own.  Just explain why you would like to shadow...people are often willing to show off what they know and help others  on their way.
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Call your local community college and make an appointment with a guidance counselor.  There are preference tests you can take to narrow down your areas of interest.\n\nAlso, you might consider doing some volunteer work.  A lot of people discover their passions that way.
82920
ehmmmm ...it's not my field!\n\n\n:D
404152
Figure out what interests you first. Then you need to look in the college's catalogs through the different degree programs. Many will say what kind of jobs you can get with certain degrees. If at that point, you are still interested, go for that degree. If not, find something else you are interested in, and let the seach begin again.\n\nGood luck!!
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I recently graduated from college and think I can offer you some good advice. If you're new to college don't get overwhelmed. Its important to find that balance between school and personal time. Trust me you'll need it. You don't want to be all books and have no personality and people skills but at the same time don't forget you're in school to do your best and receive an education. Don't treat college like you did High School it is a different environment. Even if you didn't have to study much in High School, trust me you'll have to study at least some in college. Remember the uneasiness you probably will feel at 1st will pass quickly. To stay focused remember not to look too far ahead be aware of your goals but focus on your present priorities. Start a good communication line between yourself and your professors, they can help keep you on track. And remember have fun, once u finish college you will have the whole rest of your life to work, so enjoy your college experience!!
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You need to find something that really interests you, not look for what makes you the most money. Take several courses in your freshman year that expose you to different subjects of interest. You don't have to declare a major (usually) until you are a junior in some schools.
458925
It depends on what other fields you are interested in: research, teaching, consulting, etc... That question is too broad. What are your interests?
889281
The best way to answer this question is tell them what interested you in the particular job or career field. They are trying to field out people not seriously interested in the field. It is an idea to be honest and genuine. However, before you submit your answer, have a few people proofread it to make sure your point comes across well and would spark interest in offering college admission to you.
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be sincere, ask about what kinds of things she's into (movies, music, BOOKS), if its a college library not just what she's majoring in but what made her decide on that, REALLY listen to her answers and you're golden ^_^
630080
Remember that your thesis in a way can become part of your identity, depending on what you're going on to do afterward. Think about what you want to do after. How can you use this as a marketing tool for yourself after? (Whether you're going on to a dissertation, teaching, or being an independent whatever... how can you use your thesis, when completed to advance you to your next stage?) What defines who you are - a particular world view, a specific combination of experiences, where you have lived, your talents (other than in academia, etc.). Then once you have considered these things, think about how to relate them to your field of study, the theoretical background you're choosing and your choice of methodologies. You should come up with something that is uniquely you and makes you keenly marketable after. Good luck!
881637
It depends.  What school are you at?  And what is you're name?
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That depends entirely on what you major in. I have people I studied with who are working as medical researchers, pharmacuetical salesmen, epidemiologists, botanists, zoologists, marine biologists, aquaculturists, ecologists and horticulturists.\n\nIt really does depend what you study and where. Biology is a very, very broad field.
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If you are fairly new in college, you have time to decide.  Take all your core classes first and just stay with an undeclared major.  That gives you time to explore your options and find out what you are really interested in.  Maybe your advisor can help you determine what would be a good field for you based on your interests and abilities.