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YOU Should Join Odyssey

Be a part of something bigger!

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You see the articles all over Facebook every week. You read them and relate to them so you share them. Your friends and family all share them. You think "how amazing is it that this article is all over the internet?" Now think, that could be your article!

Whether you're a writing or journalism major or you have a passion for science, Odyssey is an excellent way to get your opinion out there! We are a community of college students sharing our experiences, our opinions, and our view on the world's current events globally. With over 1,000 communities and over 12,000 content creators, Odyssey is reaching new heights and we want you on board!

When I started my adventure with Odyssey, I was in the middle of my first year of college and, much like the rest of the people my age, just trying to find my place. Although I have always had a passion for writing, my true passion has always been science, which has lead me to pursue a biology major and a chemistry minor. So why would I, a pre-medical student, want to be a part of Odyssey? I have always had lots of opinions and I've never been afraid to share them. After seeing a friend's article on Facebook, I said "I should publish my work nationally."

After applying for Odyssey, I discovered a community at my college had not been formed yet. I was a little tentative at first; could I really found my own community? I'm so glad I decided the answer was yes because I couldn't be happier sharing my views with the world. I am now the Editor-In-Chief of a growing community. Although there are lots of struggles in growing a new community, it has been an incredibly rewarding opportunity. Not only has it given me a sense of place and community, but it's shown me that I can be a leader.

Aside from internal reward, Odyssey offers many other benefits. Not only does it look excellent on a job or grad school application, it opens a world of connections and potential job opportunities. You also experience mentoring from established journalists with lots of experience. Alongside that, there are potential monetary rewards. With an incentive program, the more successful your piece is, the more money you can earn!

If you are a college student with lots of opinions, I urge you to look into joining your local Odyssey community. If there isn't one at your school yet, don't be afraid to start something new! If you're interested, you can request an invite to join online.

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