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To: Drew68
There's an element of truth to this story. I started college majoring in history. After a semester, I switched to engineering after I realized you needed a doctorate and several papers published before you could expect a decent income.

I earn a decent salary now with my engineering degree, but still indulge myself as an amateur historian.

27 posted on 06/11/2003 11:42:17 AM PDT by Jonah Hex
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To: Jonah Hex
After a semester, I switched to engineering after I realized you needed a doctorate and several papers published before you could expect a decent income.

If I could do college over again, I'd definately choose one of the hard-sciences for a major.

Alas, at 34, I have neither the time, money or dedication to go back to college and earn another degree. While it certainly can be done, it is just not something I see myself doing.

36 posted on 06/11/2003 11:47:21 AM PDT by Drew68
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To: Jonah Hex
I went for English with a History minor, couldn't spell so I ended up an Engineer. My daughter was a history Major and is working at Walmart, but that is another story.
112 posted on 06/11/2003 2:28:34 PM PDT by Little Bill (No Rats, A.N.S.W.E.R (WWP) is a commie front!!!!,)
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