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Joseph Haynie
Issue date: 5/9/08 Section: Opinion
I look at myself and realize that I have accomplished squat. I'll be 25 this summer and I've just completed my undergraduate studies.
Listening to our elders, those individuals who have been to hell and back or simply have lived longer than us enables us to face and conquer our individual challenges.
Despite what my friends in the College of Engineering think, there is no such thing as a worthless degree, only wasted ones.
Every major from art history to zoology has intrinsic value. If it did not, then it would not be offered.
If one is not able to find something to study that is of interest to them or something that will not enrich their lives or the lives of those with whom they will interact, then they have wasted their time, effort and money here at CSU.
Putting people down because they don't know equations or fail to appreciate masterpieces demonstrates not only foolishness but insecurity as well.
Even though you may find yourself beat up, try to remain upbeat. Trials are essential, but they are best accompanied with a smile.
Lastly, live life, but don't be dumb. Regrets may be inevitable, but we can control how many we have.
Oh, and one more thing: CU sucks! Go Rams!
Joseph Haynie is a senior political science major. His column appears Fridays in the Collegian. Letters and feedback can be sent to letters@collegian.com.
Listening to our elders, those individuals who have been to hell and back or simply have lived longer than us enables us to face and conquer our individual challenges.
Despite what my friends in the College of Engineering think, there is no such thing as a worthless degree, only wasted ones.
Every major from art history to zoology has intrinsic value. If it did not, then it would not be offered.
If one is not able to find something to study that is of interest to them or something that will not enrich their lives or the lives of those with whom they will interact, then they have wasted their time, effort and money here at CSU.
Putting people down because they don't know equations or fail to appreciate masterpieces demonstrates not only foolishness but insecurity as well.
Even though you may find yourself beat up, try to remain upbeat. Trials are essential, but they are best accompanied with a smile.
Lastly, live life, but don't be dumb. Regrets may be inevitable, but we can control how many we have.
Oh, and one more thing: CU sucks! Go Rams!
Joseph Haynie is a senior political science major. His column appears Fridays in the Collegian. Letters and feedback can be sent to letters@collegian.com.
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Roy Mongelli
posted 5/09/08 @ 7:53 AM MST
While I don't share your "crush" on Romney and would argue a bit about Obama's rediness, I agree, in spades, with everything else you say. One should help, give, engage and live, then all the "success" they could dream about will come their way. (Continued…)
Craig Hawley
posted 5/11/08 @ 6:47 AM MST
nice article and sentiments Mr. Haynie.
Craig Hawley needs a blog
posted 5/12/08 @ 12:26 PM MST
Are you a friend or foe of Craig Hawley?
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Tell him there whether or not he should have his own blog elsewhere. (Continued…)
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