Singles Social Club: It's Always 5 o'clock here!

[taramoz]

I'm an English major, but I still consider myself "pre-awesome." Having a very versatile major is a blessing and a curse, because I have almost too many options.

Good way to think about it, most of us (myself included) end up working in jobs somewhat outside our chosen fields, and that's a good thing, do what makes you happy enough to get up and go every day! And of course, save money to make it to disney as often as possible, recipe for a good life

 

[KYfriedPanda]

You can definitely do a lot with an English degree. so "pre-awesome" is grammatically correct?

This is exactly why I majored in math

 

[ahoff]

While I can agree Accounting was boring (took it in grad school), I have to disagree on the Calculus and science talk in here, those were my favorite classes (undergrad: Chemical Engineering, dork yes)!

We need more students for Morse Science High School......

We've got quite the Navy-related community here (TheBigE was Navy as well, I believe....there may be more but my insomnia has been acting up lately so my memory isn't as great as normal).

I saw the world via the Air Force!

Very cool ... Another Chemical Engineering grad here. I currently work as an R&D Engineer focusing on chemical manufacturing. My company participates in Science in the Classroom and afterschool tutoring programs. I'm happy to say that in recent years I've seen a large increase in the kid's interest in science and engineering. I think a lot of it has to do with the popularity of shows like Mythbusters and viral videos. I think if you get kids hooked at a young age, physics, math and problem solving skills can become second nature to them like learning a second language.

That is cool, we have a program here at work called QuarkNet, where HS physics teachers come here for two weeks in the summer and learn about our programs and then they build some small experiment to bring to class. One popular one is a small cloud chamber out of a small aqaurium. Another time they built mini potato guns. (modeled after my own large scale one) Wehold regional science bowls for High and middle schools, and we do a science fair for the elementry schools.

Well, I am officially registered for the ToT 10 mile race. All I need now is my return air.

 

[BelleBriarRose]

so "pre-awesome" is grammatically correct?

It's a colloquialism, for sure, but I count it as grammatically correct

 

[PolyndianPrincessJes]

Good way to think about it, most of us (myself included) end up working in jobs somewhat outside our chosen fields, and that's a good thing, do what makes you happy enough to get up and go every day! And of course, save money to make it to disney as often as possible, recipe for a good life

So true!! Somehow my journalism/public relations degree ended up getting me an elementary special ed teaching job.

 

[NJDiva]

ok, chiming in on the major thing....
I was a Geoscience major in undergraduate and I "kinda" worked in it...it got me in the door of what I ended up going to graduate school for...ok ready for this one.....
Occupational Safety Industrial Hygiene....trust me, a lot to say when people ask you what your major is.
my evil class in college....Western Civ! I hated history and math (and loved science so figure that out) and if it wasn't for my best friend in college, I wouldn't have made it through the class.

 

[lthiesfeld07]

Hi All,
Joining in the conversation.
I have my degree in elementary education. I always knew I wanted to be a teacher. Too bad Illinois isn't hiring teachers... I am looking for openings in Florida though.

 

[DIS_MERI]

Ended up going on the date anyway and had a really great time We will be going out again sometime when we can get our schedules coordinated, but we've already discussed that if things work out long term we will take all the kids to Disney together (he has 2 and I have 3, so that could be quite the trip)

 

[taramoz]

Ended up going on the date anyway and had a really great time We will be going out again sometime when we can get our schedules coordinated, but we've already discussed that if things work out long term we will take all the kids to Disney together (he has 2 and I have 3, so that could be quite the trip)

Good to hear that you had a good time afterall! You just never know

 

[DCTooTall]

Hi All,
Joining in the conversation.
I have my degree in elementary education. I always knew I wanted to be a teacher. Too bad Illinois isn't hiring teachers... I am looking for openings in Florida though.

to the SSC! We are glad you joined us. Feel free to pull up a stool and order up a drink. Our Bartender will be with you in a bit.

Ended up going on the date anyway and had a really great time We will be going out again sometime when we can get our schedules coordinated, but we've already discussed that if things work out long term we will take all the kids to Disney together (he has 2 and I have 3, so that could be quite the trip)

 

[Brocktoon]

I try so hard to get my DD8 excited about math and science, but she is so the opposite of me, she is an "artist's artist" (to quote her teacher), but it is true, she is very creative and talented and has very little passion for math, kinda likes science!

Nothing wrong with fostering someone into a creative field. The world needs a balance of creativity and logic. As an engineer, I still shudder at the idea of a world filled only with logic driven nutcases like myself

That is cool, we have a program here at work called QuarkNet, where HS physics teachers come here for two weeks in the summer and learn about our programs and then they build some small experiment to bring to class. One popular one is a small cloud chamber out of a small aqaurium. Another time they built mini potato guns. (modeled after my own large scale one) Wehold regional science bowls for High and middle schools, and we do a science fair for the elementry schools.

I love potato cannons! I went to college in Delaware, home to the Punkin Chunkin World Championships. I miss my annual pilgrimages for a few days of engineering (and maybe some alcohol) fueled chunkin carnage!

Occupational Safety Industrial Hygiene....trust me, a lot to say when people ask you what your major is.

EHS / Regulatory is a great field to work in ... especially for long term job security it's a great skill set to have. No one wants to be on the receiving end of fines or penalties from a government audit. I work with our IH folks all the time in my line of work

 

[chinarider]

Tucson Arizona checking in. Happy to be part of this thread. Will chat more at another time

 

[DCTooTall]

Tucson Arizona checking in. Happy to be part of this thread. Will chat more at another time

to the group! Don't forget to hit the bar when you get a chance for a tasty refreshment.

 

[bluedevilinaz]

Tucson Arizona checking in. Happy to be part of this thread. Will chat more at another time

Welcome! Where about in Tucson? I lived in Tucson for about 8 years and my parents still live out there.

 

[DCTooTall]

Just a general Group announcement.

If anyone here wins the Lottery tonight, You will be responsible for ensuring that our Bartender is able to attend the October Meet.

That is all. We now return you to your regularly scheduled nonsense.

 

[ctnurse]

Ended up going on the date anyway and had a really great time We will be going out again sometime when we can get our schedules coordinated, but we've already discussed that if things work out long term we will take all the kids to Disney together (he has 2 and I have 3, so that could be quite the trip)

That's great news. You must have had a great time if you are planning trips to Disney together! Please keep us posted! You never know what is going to happen. And it was only one night out of your life and it might be the the beginning of something fantastic. Good luck.


I have date tonight too. My DS turned 8 today so we are going to Dave and Buster's. I might just beat him at a game or two. Hope everyone has a great weekend! TGIF.

 

[CamoMama]

Yay for date night with the kiddos!

Tomorrow is kid #2s 15th birthday. There will be 6 teenagers in my house overnight. I am very afraid.

Just for the record: I don't find science boring at all. I adore science (especially if I can make things blow up by applying it, I was deployed with a combat engineer unit), and I believe that the answer to all of life's questions can eventually be found in science, I would be a poor atheist if I didn't. I hate this particular science class. It's redundant and boring and I don't get to make anything explode. I've already got two real science classes under my belt and I'm still unsure why this one is in my degree plan although my advisor assures me that its required.

 

[lthiesfeld07]

Thanks for the welcome!
I've been in and out of a complicated relationship and have been out of it for a while...
Looking to make some friends on the DIS.

I'll be in Walt Disney World April 26-28 for some job interviews. Will anyone be up for a meet?

 

[bluedevilinaz]

Just a general Group announcement.

If anyone here wins the Lottery tonight, You will be responsible for ensuring that our Bartender is able to attend the October Meet.

That is all. We now return you to your regularly scheduled nonsense.

Amen on that one! There was apparently 3 winning tickets sold so we'll see what happens. Hope it was one of us! XD

 

[goofy_joe]

Tucson Arizona checking in. Happy to be part of this thread. Will chat more at another time

I've been to Tucson a couple of times - have you ever been out to the Titan Missile Museum or Sabino Canyon? Last time I was there, a couple of months ago, we took a nice long drive through the western half of Saguaro National Park. I love saguaros, and it's neat that the Sonoran Desert is pretty much the only place in the world one can find them.

*pulls up a barstool with everyone else*