Life After College Thesis Statement

Jobs are scarce for a college graduate to achieve right away. Therefore, former students should be equipped with the information needed in order to succeed in receiving a job.

Since jobs tend to be difficult for college students to find, universities should make the effort to inform all students of the other job possibilities they may want to consider, as a plan B, that still corresponds with their degree. 

Finding a job that corresponds with ones degree can be challenging. Therefore, if a student's initial plan fails, he or she should consider the different career paths that could be taken based on his or her degree. 

Good Topic Questions to Help Write a Good Research Essay

Topic: Succeeding in a career

1. How do I get a job once I finish college?
2. Why isn't "after college" addressed to college students?
3. How do I succeed in a career that differs from my degree?
4. How do I set up a good resume?
5. Why do I need an outstanding resume in order to get a good job fresh out of college?
6. Why is it so hard to find jobs after college? 
7. How do I know that this job will help me further my career? 
8. How do I prepare myself in order to succeed in my career choice? 
9. Why do I need a college degree to become successful? 
10. How do I know if I chose the correct major? 

Identity

Everyone has their own personal definition of identity. To me, it defines who you are. Identity is a combination of the things that you hold dearly to your heart and help shape the true version of yourself. Of the many different aspects of identity, there is one that seems most important to me. This is your public self verses your private self. How you act in public with friends and strangers compared to how you act in private with yourself or family members can be very different. When you're in public you have the ability to act however you wish especially around people who don't know you very well. You are free to portray yourself in any way with out being questioned. Where as, in private there is no need to act differently and with family there is no opportunity than to act like yourself. In my opinion, your family knows you better than anyone else. They have witnessed you at your best, worst, least experienced, and modern day. Your family knows your interests, your hobbies and anything else that makes up who you are. Therefore, if you tend to act a little differently, the odds that they'll notice are high. Although, some people choose to act the same around both groups and that says just as much about their personality and identity as acting differently does. I feel that acting differently around both groups shows that you are shy about the things that make you who you are. You may be nervous to show people your true self. Regardless of your reasoning, this shows that part of your identity is possibly shy or maybe you were taught to act this way as a child. Shyness is a part of your personality. This and the way you were raised are also aspects of identity. This idea of "Public Self Vs. Private Self" is very important to me because I believe that you should always be your normal self. Staying true to the things you like and what helps you define yourself is one of, if not the main, source of life happiness. Juggling to different personalities so you're liked and are capable of fitting in easier is a lot of work and unnecessary stress.  In conclusion, identity can be explained in multiple ways but its what you do with it that defines yourself. 

How to Tame a Wild Tongue

.     The overall message is being true to yourself and your background. Anzaldua is a woman who is proud of her upbringing and the language she was raised speaking. The opening scene of Anzaldua in the dentist’s chair connects to the overall message by portraying her tongue as “strong” and “stubborn” much like herself. She is opinionated about her beliefs to speak whatever language she is comfortable with; without the worry of being judged or frowned upon but others in her community.

.     The purpose of Anzaldua’s use of Spanish through out the story is to truly show case her individuality through her language. She points out that she would “rather speak Spanglish”. In other words, by using both English and Spanish she is identifying herself to the reader.

.     I believe Academic English can also be defined as Standard Spanish. They are both the proper forms of the language. However, I do not believe Chicano Spanish should be described as nonstandard. Languages should be titled Standard if majority of people speak it in that region. For example, if in Philadelphia majority speak Chicano Spanish then I believe that should be the Standard Spanish for that area.  I believe this because if over hears a conversation of two people speaking the general “Standard Spanish” then one can assume that language is their background, or “identity”, which could not be the case.

.     On the other hand, speaking and writing in a standard language can be beneficial to outside readers. Furthermore, writing an essay in proper English for someone who is not from the area could make it easier for the reader to understand. I believe having a standard language can be necessary.

.     The various types of English that I know include Northeast Philadelphia slang, non-standard English and Standard English.

.     I do not use a secret language to talk to my friends, however, I talk less proper around them versus my language towards an adult.

.     When speaking with my friends and mother I use nonstandard English. Although, when speaking to my Professors I tend to speak in Standard English.

.     Language is a form of identity. It was taught to us at a young age and is a part of us. “I am my language” suggests that the language we first learned and know the best describes a part of who we are.

.     When the dentist proclaims “We’re going to have to do something about your tongue” is a metaphor towards Anzaldua’s childhood. She was consistently told to learn “Standard English” and criticized by her Spanish Language choice and accent. The dentist is portraying everyone who criticized her language in the past. “I’ve never seen anything as strong or as stubborn” is also being referenced in the conclusion. “Strong” and “Stubborn” relate to Anzaldua and her determination to express her identity through her language.

.     Yes, the language you speak can be a part of your identity. It shows your personal background. Whether it be the language you grew up speaking or one you learned when you were older that just happen to prefer. This shows something you like something you enjoy which are part of the numerous things that identify you.

.     Identity is very important to me. My individuality makes me who I am today. It gives me a place in a world full of millions of people. Anzaldua states, “When other races have given up their tongue, we kept ours.” This shows that she is proud of not only herself but also her race as a whole for keeping not one version of her language but multiples. Making this statement shows how important identity is to her.