Griz Posted September 26, 2004 Share Posted September 26, 2004 BS in Forestry, 1992. Have always been, and will always be in the profession. Worked my way from the field (or should I say, woods...) into an administrative position. I like my work, but am tiring of the political/bureaucratic bull stevestojan. I'd like to get back into a field office and closer to the land... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duey Posted September 26, 2004 Share Posted September 26, 2004 BA in Geology from UB, and believe it or not, actually use my education by working as environmental consultant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fezmid Posted September 26, 2004 Share Posted September 26, 2004 BS in Chemical Engineering from UB in 2002...joined this board in 1999 i think hence the collegeguy moniker... maybe I'll reconsider the medical school option and spend some more time in school The REAL reason for the collegeguy moniker -- you're a fulltime student CW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnTheRocks Posted September 26, 2004 Share Posted September 26, 2004 Associates in Radio/Television Broadcasting B.A. in Speech Communication I interned at a TV Station in Syracuse (WIXT) and in Rochester (WOKR) before realizing two things. 1. I wasn't talented enough. 2. I hate the local media. For the past 8 years a Computer Sales and Consulting Account Manager. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark VI Posted September 26, 2004 Share Posted September 26, 2004 Business Degree over 20 years ago. Learned Computers in the Navy after graduation. Still work in the computer field but completely burned out and fed up. I'm almost 44 and have a family, so going back to school would be tough,if not financially impossible. Would love to work in a field where I'd be helping other people and could experience some compassion. I get next to zero satisfaction from my current position. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_BiB_ Posted September 26, 2004 Share Posted September 26, 2004 Business management and now I do WMD related National Defense planning. Lots of stories in between the two. 14 years in the US Army Chemical Corps had a lot to do with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tux of Borg Posted September 26, 2004 Author Share Posted September 26, 2004 Where'd you learn computer forensics? I've been trying to get my company to send me to a SANS conference to cover that very topic. Economic Crime Institute at Utica is one of the best programs in the country. I moved up from Myrtle Beach just so I can go to that school. You might be interested in the streaming video up at blackhat.com. They do security conferences from all around the globe. You can watch a few of their videos for free on their website. The rest you'll have to buy on VHS or DVD. BlackHat.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indy Dave Posted September 26, 2004 Share Posted September 26, 2004 hey indy dave, where did you get your degree from and where have you done your sports writing? also, was it difficult to find a job given the small number of jobs in that field? thanks 45620[/snapback] I went to school at Henderson State University, a small (enrollment about 3,500) liberal arts school in Arkansas. I don't think it's that difficult to find a job in sports writing, so long as you are willing to pay your dues by getting a job at a small newspaper covering high school and other local sports. Once I got into college, I started working in the school's sports information office, which led to be getting the Sports Information Director position at my alma mater a year after I graduated. You wear many hats as an SID, one of which is sportswriter. I loved the SID profession, despite the weak salary and long hours. I did that for eight years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMadCap Posted September 26, 2004 Share Posted September 26, 2004 Got a BA and a MS in Chemistry from UNCW. I am currently working in the field now... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBTG81 Posted September 26, 2004 Share Posted September 26, 2004 B.A. in Psychology from Rutgers University in 2004. Working in the field, but who knows for how long. I'm either going to switch fields completely or go on to graduate school. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rico Posted September 26, 2004 Share Posted September 26, 2004 B.S. in Industrial Engineering from Purdue, Plant manager for a Fortune 150 company suppling the Big 3 + others. Just got promoted but my daytime surfing will take a big hit now. Really don't use too much of what I learned in school on the job., but the college experience was great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KD in CA Posted September 26, 2004 Share Posted September 26, 2004 B.S. in Accounting. Now I'm an accountant who's full of b.s. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KRC Posted September 26, 2004 Share Posted September 26, 2004 Question for all... what did you go to college for, and are you using that degree in your line or work right now? After I got off of active duty I went to school for electronics and web programing. I worked in that field for a little while but left to pursue a degree in computer forensics. Now that I am finishing that up, I'm debating on going to grad school for counter intelligence. I'm hesitant because its such a big financial commitment. 45532[/snapback] I went to school for Electrical Engineering. I am now a Controls Engineer (combo of Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering). As far as continuing your education, I say GO FOR IT. I know that it is a financial and time commitment, but if this is what you want to do, then find a way to make it work. I am currently going for my Masters in Strategic Intelligence (concentrating on Asian Studies). Best of luck to you!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eiregi Posted September 26, 2004 Share Posted September 26, 2004 Poly Sci/History double major... now i sell oil... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted September 26, 2004 Share Posted September 26, 2004 BA in Political Science, and History... 1990, UB. Working for the army. Lock and dam operator. Started off doing hydrographic survey work early on the Great Lakes (Toledo to Watertown, Buffalo District) and Upper Mississippi River (Rock Island District) (first 3 years with the government). In between that time, worked a little at Black Rock Lock before going to the midwest. Say what? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillnutinHouston Posted September 26, 2004 Share Posted September 26, 2004 Graduated magna cum laude from Canisius College in 1990, majored in political science. Currently I manage 15 employees for the Federal Gov't in San Antonio. The best part of my experience in College was learning to write & problem solve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_BiB_ Posted September 26, 2004 Share Posted September 26, 2004 B.A. in Psychology from Rutgers University in 2004. Working in the field, but who knows for how long. I'm either going to switch fields completely or go on to graduate school. 45798[/snapback] Whatever happened to the FBI? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBTG81 Posted September 26, 2004 Share Posted September 26, 2004 Whatever happened to the FBI? 45852[/snapback] They never got back to me... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted September 26, 2004 Share Posted September 26, 2004 Whatever happened to the FBI? 45852[/snapback] Do they accept dual personalities? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VABills Posted September 26, 2004 Share Posted September 26, 2004 They never got back to me... 45859[/snapback] Do they take people who embezzle money and don't tell payroll? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts