It’s a few days since my last update and I apologize for that. I’ve spent the better amount of my time studying for an exam in biochemistry while squeezing in some time to get my latest batch of résumés and job applications together. I now have two separate résumés prepared: one for forensic science and one for student affairs.
That’s right, I’ve begun applying for jobs in a totally separate field. But being so involved at the university, I almost feel like I’ve been subconsciously creating a résumé that was totally specific to student affairs. I’ve been extremely active in residential life and student activities since I got here and have loved every moment of it. I’ve started applying for professional resident director (RD) positions at a variety of schools. I figure that if I get one of those, I’ll work for a year (hopefully no longer) and then apply to get my Master of Arts degree in Higher Education / Student Affairs. My friend Mindy, also a forensic science major, is doing something similar.
While my current degree isn’t necessarily related, I’ve still learned a lot of things that I can apply to other jobs. I’ve learned how to think outside of the box and to still manage to think objectively and critically. A degree like mine shows evidence of a highly organized mind (that’s all that’s really organized, don’t ever look in my bottom desk drawer) and is something that’s definitely marketable. UNH has helped prepare me for both of these fields and no matter what happens, I’ll still be grateful to the university.
I still have applications out in crime labs. I guess we’ll see what happens. You all will definitely know when I do.
