| Not sure exactly why this jumped out at me as I don't qualify for the "wise one" category! Of course you know she has plenty of time to make firm decisions. My sense is that she can succeed in whatever she chooses. Encourage her to explore a varied course load at a LAC, maybe an undeclared major at first. If she has a 'first love', explore it a bit more throroughly. A career in higher education makes for a wonderful life, with time for research and time for sharing one's gifts/interests in certain subjects. The field of education is great for women, in particular, because it often acknowledges (even encourages!) family commitment. From your description, I see a college professor who would truly engage her students in whichever field she chooses. I'm convinced being 'well-rounded' can be a curse as it is often very frustrating for 'well-rounded' kids to home in on a first love. Good Luck. |