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The Life And Struggles Of English Majors, As Told In GIFs

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Feb 14, 2019

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The Life And Struggles Of English Majors, As Told In GIFs

by Viktor Hanacek (Picjumbo)

Like most English majors, I chose the subject as my major because it is something I know I'm good at and have a passion for. Since beginning my studies in college, I've already gotten a taste of what English offers, in literature, writing, editing, and everything in between. I have never doubted my decision, but there are times when all of the class-assigned reading overwhelms me. I wouldn't change it for the world. I love reading, writing, and I'm working hard in school to better myself as a student. Here is a list of the triumphs and struggles all English majors can relate to.

1. You die a little inside when people still can't distinguish the difference between there, their, and they're.

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2. You find yourself searching for any hint of hidden meaning or symbolism in just about EVERYTHING.

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Don't even get me started on what a MASTERPIECE Get Out is. Jordan Peele is a genius.

3. Let's face it. You have a book hoarding problem.

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You know what they say -- the first step is admitting you have a problem...a problem that you're probably not going to fix. If you're like me, you justify it by saying, "At least I'm not a cocaine addict. There's that."

4. You love feedback from your professors, and you love to use new words and improve your writing.

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5. You take advantage of those small moments of inspiration, even if that's just one sentence you'll use in your next essay.

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6. You're a sucker for office supplies and stationery. Target is basically heaven.

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7. Your longer essays can be tough, but when you're finally done, it's so worth it.

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8. Your computer/laptop is basically an extension of you.

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9. That moment when you get an A on an essay you worked so hard on.

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10. Your best friends are books. You can always count on them, even during the most difficult times.

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Seriously, who needs math?

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1. You die a little inside when people still can't distinguish the difference between there, their, and they're.

2. You find yourself searching for any hint of hidden meaning or symbolism in just about EVERYTHING.

3. Let's face it. You have a book hoarding problem.

4. You love feedback from your professors, and you love to use new words and improve your writing.

5. You take advantage of those small moments of inspiration, even if that's just one sentence you'll use in your next essay.

6. You're a sucker for office supplies and stationery. Target is basically heaven.

7. Your longer essays can be tough, but when you're finally done, it's so worth it.

8. Your computer/laptop is basically an extension of you.

9. That moment when you get an A on an essay you worked so hard on.

10. Your best friends are books. You can always count on them, even during the most difficult times.

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Feeling Lost During Syllabus Week? You're Not Alone!

The professor starts to go over something more than the syllabus

You get homework assigned on the first day of class

There are multiple group projects on the syllabus

You learn attendance is mandatory and will be taken every class

Professor starts chatting about their personal life and what inspired them to teach this class

Participation is mandatory and you have to play "icebreaker games"

Everybody is going out because its 'syllabus week' but you're laying in bed watching Grey's Anatomy

Looking outside anytime past 8 PM every night of this week

Nobody actually has any idea what's happening this entire week

Syllabus week is over and you realize you actually have to try now...or not

Chips, apple or bread?

1. You own so many pairs of khaki pants you don’t even know what to do with them

2. Chips, apple or bread is probably your most repeated phrase

3. Taking bakery items with you out to parties was a must

4. Taking bakery items home to your parents was also a must (if you wanted to live)

5. Your friends expected you to give them free stuff

6. Being put on dishes made you question humanity

7. You saw everyone and their mother (especially their mothers)

8. Working the opening shift was actually the worst thing to ever happen to you

9. Being able to predict what people would order

10. Making coffee was your least favorite thing to do

11.Being put on the dining room was the absolute WORST

12. Secretly putting in your Panera card number when other people didn’t have them or want them.

13. You would still come in on days you weren’t working to take advantage of your discount

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3. Ask people's pronouns when you meet them.

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