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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I’m a communications executive, and I hire a wide range of majors; there are English and comms majors, but also folks with degrees in theater, religious studies, computer science, biology. I look for passion, curiosity, and maturity. Most importantly, I look for candidates who have thought about why they want the job they’re applying for and can explain how their experience has prepared them for it.

[/b]So here’s my advice: Your daughter should pick her major based on what interests her. She’s most likely to find success in college, career, and life if she’s highly engaged. [b]She’ll make herself attractive to future employers is with a strong academic record and the ability to translate her college work to her career aspirations—ideally with some enthusiasm. If she feels the need, she can complement her major with internships, activities, and volunteer gigs that relate to her professional aspirations. [/quote]

Newsflash. Most college kids aren't "highly engaged". And a CS or Accounting major doesn't have to do a darn thing other than graduate to land a good  job after college. A Psych major who hopes to get a decent paying job upon graduating better be busting their butt in some way to show that they can offer something of value to an employer. And that just doesn't describe the vast majority of college kids who just go to class and maybe work in a restaurant while going through school. [/quote]

The OP asked if her daughter should major in Comms or English. As an experienced comms professional who hires for comms roles all the time, I gave her my advice. I wasn’t talking about any of the other majors you mention in your reply. So I’m not sure what your beef is.[/quote]

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