In your humble opinion.

Transfer Students UC Transfers
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<p>[Please send to different thread as I didn't know where to post this]</p>

<p>My situation:</p>

<p>I was rejected to UCs but I've transferred my APs, took CC classes in HS, and started CC early. So I'm almost done with my GEs</p>

<p>Currently I'm attending SMC and planning to major in Environmental Science and go to one of the UCs (no idea which)</p>

<p>My natural pull in academia is to socia science: poli sci, econ, anthro, and ect.
The reason why I'm majroing in Enviro Sci is because I'm scared about not having a job after I get my Bach. I do care about the environemnt, but not with enough passion to make it my career. </p>

<p>So I'm hoping, after, I could go to grad school and get my master's in a social science mentioned above. Or go to dental school.</p>

<p>Recently, I looked at the transfer sheet for those so-sci classes and it is only at most two, versus Environmental Sciecne which includes calculus, chem, physics, and bio. </p>

<p>I could transfer within a year with a double major or I could pursue getting an Enviro Sci, and somehow edging my way towards politics.</p>

<p>My question:
What do you guys think?
Do you think it is a cop out to transfer with a social science degree? I mean the competition must be extremely high and I don't want to be stuck with a fundraisin job after school. </p>

<p>Extra info:
I'm really bad in math because I make small mistakes. I understand higher concepts but attention to detail is hard for me.
With science, I'm unsure. I am taking a class that is basicly a repeat of my high school chem class.
Love history, econ and ect. Love knowing why people do things, understanding people, influencing peopel.
English- is terrible as you have seen from this thread. Already on Eng 102 with some terrible teacher and would think that would really hurt me if I pursue a So-Sci degree. </p>

<p>My dream job would be as an ambassdor, diplomat, member of the house. But I hate the grime that is politics, running and campaigning is not my strong suite. I'm a little scared to be criticized but sometimes I hold my own very well.</p>

<p>I love to analyze things, even myself. I am more into making decisions and policy and being the 'good' Ron Paul status. :]</p>

<p>THANKS FOR READING.</p>

<p>Oh and I can't decide between Environmental Studies (Policy) or Environmental Science (Technical) And they have totally different requirnments.</p>

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<p>If you want to make it to political levels that high then you should strongly consider changing majors or preparing to go into law. You need to be rich and become a crony of someone who can appoint you to an important position, or you need an advanced degree that isn’t environmental science. Ambassadors and diplomats don’t campaign. They pretty much weasel their way into those positions through friends and contributions. Obama says he intends to change that when his administration appoints diplomats, but even if he did why would he choose an environmental scientist? Wouldn’t make more sense to choose people with expertise in area studies? Not just from studying in college, but intimate knowledge of other nations and their policies.</p>

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<p>Look into becoming a Foreign Service Officer.</p>

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<p>do what make you happy. if you are really determined to make it work, and passionate about what you will study, then it won’t feel like a challenge at all. think about how many people receive a bachelor that is far different from their career after college.</p>

<p>i am transferring with a social science major a year after graduating HS. i would suggest getting out of a CC as quickly as possible. you can always get your BA in a fluffy social science and explore a minor in some type of environmental class. maybe you can work for a government job that relates environmental issues to your love for politics. </p>

<p>things will work out for you. despite how cliche it sounds, follow what your heart and gut are telling you. if you are great at something, go with it. challenge yourself to be the best at that instead of spending your energy trying to be mediocre at math/science classes.</p>

<p>goodluck. i’m ramblin in my soc. research class now.</p>

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<p>but if you do something you love, how far can you get.
how many people major in journalism, photgraphy, and ect.</p>

<p>I like the social science because the are easy to me and I think on the same frequency.</p>

<p>and why do you recommend getting out of CC as soon as possible?</p>

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<p>Poli Sci and Econ are both admirable majors that can and do lead to great jobs. But even if you find you love anthropology, don’t rule it out. You might consider majoring in a social science and minoring in environmental science (I would say Science over Studies since it will give you more of an edge for jobs with more of a hard science background). Environmental/green jobs are supposed to be the next big thing so it is understandable that you are thinking of this field. But there will also be a need for policy makers, planners, analysts, and SOCIAL scientists who will need to use their skills to guide the government and the population through some major changes in how we use and think about resources, etc. (It might be a good idea to look into Public Policy too - Cal offers a minor it it.)</p>

<p>Definitely look into the foreign service (consular or ambassador, etc), Peace Corps, federal jobs, policy jobs, etc. There are internships and programs for students in the Dept of State foreign service, for instance. If you transfer to a UC, there are two programs for working and studying in state and federal govt: UCDC (UC Washington Center) and UC Center at Sacramento. Look into all of these options now so that you have basic ideas about what they offer, what you’ll need to do to prepare, and when you’ll need to apply.</p>

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<p>Maybe double major in a foreign language as well. The U.S. government is desperate for people with language skills.</p>

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<p>if you do something you love it won’t matter how far you get. there are plenty of people who are successful or at least happy doing what they are passionate about. but, it is still important to be realistic. it is a bit foolish to assume that if you choose a practical major you will be guaranteed a practical job and if you choose an empty major you will be sucking off your parents’ teet. you can make all the assumptions you want, but it is up to you to do what you will with your major. </p>

<p>thatgirltoo had some really great and valid points to make too. there are plenty of job opportunities and internships that will bridge what you are interested in. i’m not really sure that majoring in something easy will be fulfilling. ultimately, it will be more clear as you take the prereqs. see what majors involve environmental policy or the like. </p>

<p>good luck!</p>