Daughter wants to give up?

momofsongbird
Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:28:12 +0000

I’m sorry your daughter’s going through this rough and pressured decision time. I see some real merit in Smithie’s suggestion to take some time off and do other explorative things.

OTOH, I gotta say if she were my D, entering Jr year, I’d say pick whatever feels most comfortable or least objectionable, and that you’ll be able to rack up enough credits in to finish in 4 years, and get the degree.

For someone in your D’s position (and there are MANY of them), it matters little what the degree is in. Finishing is key, and in the 2 yrs it will take her to do that, she may have a whole new level of focus, maturity, interest, etc. Regardless of what one is doing, there’s a lot to be said for finishing. Best of luck to you and your daughter as she struggles with this.