When you realize you're actually not passionate...

<p>Okay, I'm going through some issues with picking a major. I know a degree does not directly lead to a career in that particular field, per se, but I'm starting to reevaluate what I'm trying to accomplish during my undergrad years. Just to give some background, I transferred last year to USC, thinking I wanted to pursue a career in Entertainment, but after my internship and classes I've taken, I've come to terms with the fact that I absolutely hate what I'm doing. Don't get me wrong, I love my film theory classes, but I cannot see myself being around these kind of people in the industry. I just can't. Aside from that, I've always been interested in languages and culture. I took four years of Spanish in high school and took an intermediate course here at SC. I'm currently taking Latin and I just LOVE it. I also have an interest in Art History.</p>

<p>I'm thinking about double majoring in Art History and Spanish. As for post-grad plans, I want to work in Spain for awhile, possibly as an English teacher. Afterwards, I want to apply to grad school and eventually teach foreign film courses, culture, etc. I really would love to go abroad to Spain hopefully within the next two years and explore other parts of the world. UGH. Never did I expect to take such a different turn in my intended career goals. Okay, now I feel like I'm just ranting haha. I guess I'm hoping to find others who relate to me? Has anyone ever changed their career direction after taking a wide variety of classes beyond your intended major courses. I feel so lost and hopeless, but completely Enlightened at the same time.</p>

<p>I did. I thought I would major in finance; but after I saw myself enjoying too many social science classes, I changed my major. I’m glad you feel enlightened. Follow your bliss:)</p>

<p>Thank you for this. That is exactly where I am at right now.</p>

<p>Follow your heart. Sounds like ridiculous advice, but it is true. Do what you love, and you will be happy.</p>

<p>I agree. I tend to follow my heart and analyze profitability as another deciding factor. If you can justify the change if asked about it later in interviews, that is another plus. My first bachelors plus 30 credits is accounting and 2nd will do applied math. Follow your goals. I always had desire for grad school and meeting 150 hours/requirements. Internships are a plus when available to see if its a fit. I see how you said the internship you did in a certain area was not rewarding; I did a similar experience ASL and learned what I hated doing. Try a course in the new area to see if it works and plan from there.</p>