WHY DID I CHOOSE MY MAJOR? 


I'm a second year social work student. I chose to study Social Work to understand the reality of the society in which I live. Since I was little I have liked animals and I considered studying veterinary medicine but I didn't like science subjects. 

When I left school (in 2018) I was not clear about what to study. My only option at that time was to study differential education, but I was not completely sure about that option. 
In 2019 I decided to study Social Work to fight for a more just society. 

I entered to study last year and my experience at the university has been good, but a bit stressful due to the online modality. However, the subjects have been to my liking and I have made very good friends. 



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  1. Rodrigo27 de abril de 2021, 21:31

    How cute that you like animals, do you have any?

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  2. Rodrigo27 de abril de 2021, 21:34

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  3. Eric Hamilton1 de mayo de 2021, 13:26

    Special Needs Education has certain challenges for sure (Educacion Diferencial). I think maybe you can combine your love for animals with Social Work in some way. There are certain therapies for traumatized people that involve time with animals.

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