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4 months ago
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What should I major/minor in?

I've been having a hard time deciding on what majors to focus on going into college.

I know business or some sort of sub-major under that would be the best idea, but if I was focusing on my interests I wouldn't choose that.

I would major under something related to the environment (sustainability kind of thing), film, journalism, or maybe even political science as I'm interested in politics.

I love Journalism / broadcasting, but I know it's a dying industry and what remains is incredibly competitive.

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4 months ago

Do what you love! Perhaps you will be the one to reignite the flame or find new usage for the industry!

Also, some schools offer dual majors; then you would have something to fall back on if the journalism industry does fade out.

About minors- my advice is to choose something related OR something entirely different. Really, whatever looks interesting and helpful to you :) You could have a very general minor (EG, English) to offer more job options or a very specific minor that may help you get more specific jobs. It's really up to you! However, if you are concerned about journalism, doing a more general minor may offer you more 2nd options.

Hope this helps :)

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4 months ago

What about communication studies, there's a good range of jobs within it. But honestly if you love journalism, I would say to go for it.

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