Quoting Post Archived Topic: It will not be bumped to the top of the forum. Topic Question for college students Membername   Not a member? Sign Up Free (takes 20 seconds) Password   Forgotten your password? Post Font: Verdana Arial Black Georgia Comic Sans Impact   Size: Tiny Normal Big Huge   Color: Default Dark Red Red Orange Brown Green Olive Cyan Blue Dark Blue Indigo Black [ Check Spelling ] [ Post Preview ] [ LiveTags ] Quote: from [m]Complex Kid[/m] at 8:12 pm on Sep. 10, 2008[quote]This is my second year in college. And this previous summer was my first summer that I worked pretty much full time, I've had any number of part time jobs that have come and gone but this was my first steady, full time job. And I was feeling a little bit burned out by the end of the summer, even looking forward to school starting so that I would have something different to do. Then I go to my classes, and suddenly you're bombarded with all of these assignments and tests, and, you just think, this is bullshit, I could be working, making money, and here I'm just going through the motions to please this teacher. I mean, I'll suck it up, I'll get through it, but after working as much as I did this summer, this just seems like a waste of time. I've been off work for three straight days for school, and its driving me crazy, its like I can't wait to go back to work. Have you ever felt like this, like, once you really start working, school, not the learning, I do want to learn, but all of the time consuming BS, just seems so pointless?[/quote] FAQ Keyword Search: Post Options Favorites Manager Notify me of new replies to this topic by email Notify me of new replies to this topic by private message Original Post Complex Kid Posted at 8:12 pm on Sep. 10, 2008 This is my second year in college. And this previous summer was my first summer that I worked pretty much full time, I've had any number of part time jobs that have come and gone but this was my first steady, full time job. And I was feeling a little bit burned out by the end of the summer, even looking forward to school starting so that I would have something different to do. Then I go to my classes, and suddenly you're bombarded with all of these assignments and tests, and, you just think, this is bullshit, I could be working, making money, and here I'm just going through the motions to please this teacher. I mean, I'll suck it up, I'll get through it, but after working as much as I did this summer, this just seems like a waste of time. I've been off work for three straight days for school, and its driving me crazy, its like I can't wait to go back to work. Have you ever felt like this, like, once you really start working, school, not the learning, I do want to learn, but all of the time consuming BS, just seems so pointless?

Replies EmilyAnn Posted at 2:47 pm on Oct. 13, 2008 Quote: from bluerosedangel at 10:15 pm on Sep. 10, 2008 I did. My first year. It was McDonalds, and I worked full time there, making pretty good money (the most money I've ever made at a job in my life). I skipped class ALOT, blew off homework. At the time, I thought exactly like you did -- "I could be working, wtf am I sitting in class?" - But then I thought I didn't want peddly little nothing jobs like McD's, or retail, food service. After I quit that job, I got more into school, finished up, and graduated. Almost exact same situation for me, except for a small managerial position at a department store instead of McDonald's. I actually grew to despise school; I much preferred work. Now, however, I don't work fulltime anymore and I absolutely love school. Now that I know what I want to go into - dietetics - I am excited to learn. Figure out what you want to do and you'll have much more motivation. That's what worked for me, anyway. It's extremely helpful to visit with a college career counselor. They can be a great help! Good luck and realize that if you want to have a great-paying stable career in the future with awesome benefits, you NEED a college education. It is a very worthy period in your life; college is a very positive thing! charmgirl Posted at 1:31 pm on Oct. 12, 2008 I've been there.I'm in my third year now.College degree will help you in getting a better career,better salary 'n a better life.You Already have tried working full time,People i know who quit College are regretting it.Its your decision. jiminic2 Posted at 9:13 pm on Sep. 13, 2008 Getting a full time paycheck does seem to make more sense than sitting in college classes.  How about working part time?  Is that an option?   steven7 Posted at 8:30 pm on Sep. 10, 2008 i'm no ayin the drgee isn't necessary but in business school, i hevn't learned anything my job would either trane me in or is already common sence lingerie gurl Posted at 8:19 pm on Sep. 10, 2008 Quote: from steven7 at 8:17 pm on Sep. 10, 2008college education is pure bs pretty much, unless ur like premed or something/quote] In today's society show me a job that pays better than someone with a AA or BA that doesn't requite vocational school. steven7 Posted at 8:17 pm on Sep. 10, 2008 college education is pure bs pretty much, unless ur like premed or something bluerosedangel Posted at 8:15 pm on Sep. 10, 2008 I did. My first year. It was McDonalds, and I worked full time there, making pretty good money (the most money I've ever made at a job in my life). I skipped class ALOT, blew off homework. At the time, I thought exactly like you did -- "I could be working, wtf am I sitting in class?" - But then I thought I didn't want peddly little nothing jobs like McD's, or retail, food service. After I quit that job, I got more into school, finished up, and graduated. lingerie gurl Posted at 8:14 pm on Sep. 10, 2008 Well just think about it like this, college is basically so you can land a better job with more money and more stability. Would you rather be a security guard for a mall or a engineer for a city? whirlgoesround Posted at 8:13 pm on Sep. 10, 2008 um no a degree=bigger bucks than you could ever earn, i've never thought that raza301 Posted at 8:13 pm on Sep. 10, 2008 you should trying going to junior college or something All 10 previous replies displayed.