In writing this memoir, I'd like to think about and explore the questions I've had over the years: What does it mean to be an English major? Does it really matter what my degree is in when it comes to searching for a job? If I'm not going into a STEM field, shouldn't my previous work experience and skills be enough to land a job in the field I want to go into?
I want to learn more about myself by answering these questions, even if the answers don't make it into my memoir.
I would hope that my readers will be able to relate to my situation. Maybe it's a millennial thing to feel a little lost when it comes to choosing a career. It starts early; for me the career "aptitude tests" started in middle school. I want to convey the idea that it's okay to feel that way because sometimes life has a way of working things out.
Monday, February 16, 2015
Sunday, February 8, 2015
Week 5: Memoir Brainstorm
Death of my great grandmother
September 20, 2010: the first time I experienced a death that was close to home. I remember the day it happened like it was yesterday, and the week that followed still feels fresh in my mind. This experience was tough but I grew up a lot during this time.
Deciding on a major
I started school at OU in the fall of 2011 as an undecided student. After a few advising sessions, I decided the major/minor combo that would consume my life for the next three years. This time in my life was stressful--choosing something that would define the rest of your life. Going with your gut feeling works out sometimes.
Visiting the motherland
In the summer of 1998, my family took a trip to Macedonia. I was engrossed in the culture and also a bit miserable as a 5 year old who was used to all things American. This trip was one of the things I didn't appreciate until I was older. I learned a lot about myself and getting acclimated to the Macedonian lifestyle.
September 20, 2010: the first time I experienced a death that was close to home. I remember the day it happened like it was yesterday, and the week that followed still feels fresh in my mind. This experience was tough but I grew up a lot during this time.
Deciding on a major
I started school at OU in the fall of 2011 as an undecided student. After a few advising sessions, I decided the major/minor combo that would consume my life for the next three years. This time in my life was stressful--choosing something that would define the rest of your life. Going with your gut feeling works out sometimes.
Visiting the motherland
In the summer of 1998, my family took a trip to Macedonia. I was engrossed in the culture and also a bit miserable as a 5 year old who was used to all things American. This trip was one of the things I didn't appreciate until I was older. I learned a lot about myself and getting acclimated to the Macedonian lifestyle.
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