Re: degrees

[Charlene Hirschi <hirschi -at- DIGITALPLA -dot- NET>]

Ann, That is depressing.  I too have my degree and can already see that I have
way too much writing and not enough computer background.  Luckily, I live in a
"college" town and can correct that deficiency.  I'm really surprised that the
move to Phoenix hasn't worked for you.  Are you a member of STC?  From what
little I have heard, the networking with local TWs has been profitable for
others.  Good luck.  Char

Ann L. Lamon wrote:

> My own experience with a degree (BS, English/Tech Writing) is that it
> has not been much use. Everyone wants it, but no one will take it. I had
> excellent grades in all major classes and most non-majors as well. I had
> to change majors 'due to circumstances beyond my control', though.  I
> changed from a pre-veterinary program, with all its attendant chemistry
> and math classes, to the English/Technical writing program after four
> years of school and a long break in between.  I had thought this would
> be damage control -- tech writing is 'technical' after all -- but was
> wrong.  I am self-published, as well as in scientific and professional
> journals, but no one seems to care, even with the awards I won in
> college for my writing. My experience is limited, but includes
> publishing varied media. I graduated 1 1/2 years ago and am still
> waiting to land my first job. 'Waiting' is perhaps not the most accurate
> word, but you'll know what I meant.  I don't fancy being a
> over-qualified secretary the rest of my life. We moved to a larger and
> more active city, hoping, looking, waiting.  Any suggestions from the
> list are, of course, welcome.  Thanks for letting me put in my $0.02.
> Ann Lamon
> Phoenix, AZ
>
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