Sass Attack!
Suzette De La Cré
Issue date: 1/23/09 Section: Arts & Entertainment
Do you ever feel lost? Like you're not sure which direction to take in life? Let's face it - sometimes we need help navigating this crazy thing called college. That's why I'm here. Consider me your third-party, impartial columnist. You have questions, and baby doll, I've got your answers. Or rather, I can provide my spin on things. So sit on down and buckle up, 'cause you're in for a big ol' Sass Attack!
If y'all finding yourself in a hardship, seek me out at entertainment@thetriangle.org. Make sure to put "ADVICE" in the subject line. I got your back, sugar.
I'm graduating in March and I already have a job lined up, but it doesn't start until this summer. What should I do for three months?
Realize you don't want that job and that you have wasted four years of education when all this time all you really wanted was to become a nun. Oh wait, sorry, long story. Anyways, there are so many wonderful things you can do. My favorite idea is to travel. You are young, are about to start your own life, so take what free time you can and see the world. Might I suggest backpacking through Europe? Or bicycling through the United States? Why not hike through Canada? Or sail the Caribbean? Take an adventure to someplace new and exciting. See something you would never expect. Do things out of character. Be young.
Now, let's say you do not have a disposable income. Times are hard, people - I've had to cut back myself. Only three new shoes a month down from five! With your extra time you are going to have to work. Get a job that you can work enough hours to get by on with a little extra (for those with loans getting ready to ride you, you'll want to build up some savings to start paying them back). This will more than likely be a part time thing, hopefully with at least thirty hours or so.
When you interview do not, and I repeat DO NOT tell them you are starting a full-time position in three months. If they ask, unfortunately you really should not lie, but if they don't ask, keep your lips zipped. If they know they can only have you for a short time, it is unlikely you'll get hired. Also, may I advise getting as many daytime hours as possible - the earlier the better. That way you have afternoons and the evening to spend with your friends who are still in class.
If y'all finding yourself in a hardship, seek me out at entertainment@thetriangle.org. Make sure to put "ADVICE" in the subject line. I got your back, sugar.
I'm graduating in March and I already have a job lined up, but it doesn't start until this summer. What should I do for three months?
Realize you don't want that job and that you have wasted four years of education when all this time all you really wanted was to become a nun. Oh wait, sorry, long story. Anyways, there are so many wonderful things you can do. My favorite idea is to travel. You are young, are about to start your own life, so take what free time you can and see the world. Might I suggest backpacking through Europe? Or bicycling through the United States? Why not hike through Canada? Or sail the Caribbean? Take an adventure to someplace new and exciting. See something you would never expect. Do things out of character. Be young.
Now, let's say you do not have a disposable income. Times are hard, people - I've had to cut back myself. Only three new shoes a month down from five! With your extra time you are going to have to work. Get a job that you can work enough hours to get by on with a little extra (for those with loans getting ready to ride you, you'll want to build up some savings to start paying them back). This will more than likely be a part time thing, hopefully with at least thirty hours or so.
When you interview do not, and I repeat DO NOT tell them you are starting a full-time position in three months. If they ask, unfortunately you really should not lie, but if they don't ask, keep your lips zipped. If they know they can only have you for a short time, it is unlikely you'll get hired. Also, may I advise getting as many daytime hours as possible - the earlier the better. That way you have afternoons and the evening to spend with your friends who are still in class.
is a member of the 
Be the first to comment on this story