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10 hours ago
Education is everything to me. I want to learn more and know more than I could imagine. Getting a masters degree means more power in my field, which is one of the most important things to me.
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How to earn a masters degree
It made me
feel boo boo
 "My mother was right, no one gives a shit about a masters in archaeology."
How I did it: I stopped procrastinating. I had to learn to write what the academics like to hear rather than I what really thought. I criticized everyone in my essays. I wrote in such vague terms, it appears I'm not really saying anything at all. Basically, I sold my soul to the devil. Lessons & tips: Don't go into academia if you're not prepared to do everything listed above. Resources: The Internets. |
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It made me
Very satisfied 
How I did it: My employeer paid for everything so that is what set me on the path. I had wanted an advanced degree. It was a question of a lot of extra work, understanding how I learn best and using that to maximize my learning abilities in class, and just applying myself as needed to get the good grades. I had a desire to learn the material which helped a lot too. Taking classes at night, every other week, a single class at a time, made it easie… Read how I did it…
It made me
(A bit) Wealthier
How I did it: I went to class while working as a full-time teacher over the course of three years or so. I plodded along, did as I was expected (mostly) and now I get paid more in my job. Why? Not sure, exactly. Read how I did it…
It made me
Proud
How I did it: I kept telling myself this would help me in my career change...which it did! I took night classes 2-3 times a week for four years while working full time. I think the small chunks helped me out--2 classes per semester was more than plenty for me to handle while working. I took out a student loan, budgeted, and kept at it. Eventually, graduation day arrived. Read how I did it…
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8 1/2 by 11 piece of paper
4 weeks ago
I’m looking at my diploma right now. The symbol and culmination of years of blood, sweat and tears.
Hey, at least I get paid more now!
2 months ago
I was in a lit program, and just wanted my degree so that I could get a ten grand raise as a schoolteacher. It paid off—literally. I enjoyed much of the coursework, and would love to teach some community college classes, but all in all, I’m not any better off after having completed my masters.
getting closer!
2 months ago
The big, ugly process of applications and waiting to hear back is over, and I’ve accepted an offer from a school and plunked down a deposit. Starting grad school full time in August!
eve amedeus looking for work... anyone hiring?
DONE!
3 months ago
I finished the requirements for a Master of Arts in Creative Writing in January and was somehow talked into another year of school to earn a Master of Fine Arts (the terminal degree in my field). So, I have another year and should be finished in January 2010 if all goes as planned. I’ll be keeping this thing open until I earn the MFA because I don’t want to create another “to do” list item and… well, it IS still a Masters… isn’t it?
I had a dream in which I was talking to my friends, who asked me what I’d be doing after that. I said I wanted to earn a Ph.D. in psychology. I woke up unable to decide if that was a goal-setting dream or a nightmare.
Master VPeezy
4 months ago
I want to earn a Master’s Degree…I’m not sure in what yet…but, I will get one…soon…hopefully start Fall 2009
_Chronos_ is enjoying the Tucson Winter
6 credits in the bank
6 months ago
I survived my first semester, but what a ride! Started out with 3 classes, however I dropped one before midterms. Finished out the semester with a 3.0! I’ve learned my lesson. For the Spring, I’ll be taking 2 classes. Better to not streach myself too thin, learn the material, and get B’s than get impatient, take a heavy (for me) course load and chance a C. Getting a C = no credit for the course and scholarship probation :(
Yea me!
1st semester
6 months ago
in over my head – didnt schedule enough time to fit everything in my life in. but i survived the first semester and earned an A and a B. 3.5 GPA. i’ll do better for sure but its a start that i can accept
In the thick of...
7 months ago
...applications! If I actually spent all the time I’ve said I was working on applications, you know, working on applications, I’m sure I’d be done. But that’s a whole other stack of issues to tackle. ;) I’ve visited a few of the programs, and I’m more and more committed each time I visit or talk with people about it: I can’t wait to start a program in urban planning!
Untitled
9 months ago
I earned my B.A. in 1992 and started working as a planner. Now I’m in community development and have taught at the University as an ad hoc instructor. I’d like to get a Master’s in planning, administration, community development, or relateed field to advance my career and to add the prospect of teaching to my options.
