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Finding Your Passion In College

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Finding Your Passion In College

I think that one of the hardest parts of college for many students is trying to figure out what they want to do after college. This is especially true for incoming freshman and sophomores. The time spent in college is meant for you to solidify your interests and figure out what you want your career to look like. But what happens when you are not sure of what you want to do? College is a time of changes and transformations. Not only in your surroundings, but also in your personality and interests. The shift from high school to college is a very large change in almost everything around you. This part of your life will determine where you go in your career and life after schooling. Many students are left wondering how they can find out what they would like to do.

Well, there's a few things you could try doing to help you in this pursuit but it depends on what kind of person you are. One of my favorite things in school are the large amounts of groups and clubs that you can join. If you're ever on campus and have some free time, why not try exploring a different club or activity on campus? It could broaden your knowledge and introduce you to something different, especially if you are a social butterfly. Trying different things is very important if you are unsure of your major. Last semester, I took my first photography class. I thought going into the semester that I would really love the class, but by taking the class I found out that I didn't like photography as much as I had previously thought.

For me, my major is French and I might be adding journalism soon. But what originally got me interested in French and other languages was by watching and listening to French movies and music. Sure, that may seem like a weird way for someone to find their passion. However, I really think that expanding your horizons and trying new things is the most valuable lesson that my teachers and family have taught me. I am truly lucky to have somewhat of an idea of what I'd like to pursue. One thing that really helped me solidify my interests was by working throughout my first year of college. By working throughout the year, I was able to save enough money and try different things. I was able to take spontaneous road trips and have some quality time exploring my interests and ideas. Working also taught me that I need to enjoy my work and job field, or else I would not be able to do it for too long.

Although I agree that it is important for you to know your major sooner rather than later, the fact is that many college students have no clue. It is normal to not know what you want to do. It is normal to change your mind once, twice or even five times before sticking with one. But at the end of the day, the thing that really matters is that you are walking with a diploma at the end of your college years.

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