You may be asking yourself, “What exactly is an environmental biologist and how is it any different from being a regular biologist?”

Well, environmental biologists are keen on closely observing the natural world to gain a full understanding of interactions upon it. They like the challenge of discovery, scientific analysis, and research. They feel comfortable with theory development and research design, and like to communicate their findings by giving presentations, writing scientific articles, and educating others about the value their work has on society and planet earth.

Thinking about a career in agriculture? No? You should be! Consider this: nearly every industry is connected to the field of agriculture. How, you may ask, is automobile manufacturing related to agriculture? Actually, in many ways, but one obvious example is what you sit on in the car. Your seat is probably made from either cloth or leather which are both derivatives of the agricultural industry. You may now be thinking, "Yes, but what about the computer I’m reading this on – the technology industry certainly couldn’t be related in anyway to agriculture”. Ever heard of soy ink? That’s right, more and more manufactures are using environmentally friendly ink derived from soybeans in their printer cartridges. And, of course, the paper on which it is printing is also an important product from the agricultural field. Agriculture is everywhere! That’s why you should take some time to investigate the countless exciting career opportunities that the agricultural industry has to offer.

Thinking about a career in agriculture? No? You should be! Consider this: nearly every industry is connected to the field of agriculture. How, you may ask, is automobile manufacturing related to agriculture? Actually, in many ways, but one obvious example is what you sit on in the car. Your seat is probably made from either cloth or leather which are both derivatives of the agricultural industry. You may now be thinking, "Yes, but what about the computer I’m reading this on – the technology industry certainly couldn’t be related in anyway to agriculture”. Ever heard of soy ink? That’s right, more and more manufactures are using environmentally friendly ink derived from soybeans in their printer cartridges. And, of course, the paper on which it is printing is also an important product from the agricultural field. Agriculture is everywhere! That’s why you should take some time to investigate the countless exciting career opportunities that the agricultural industry has to offer.

Being a professional actor is a most rewarding way to live one’s life; but it doesn’t come easy. First of all you have to have a burning desire to perform. Acting requires you to expose your vulnerabilities, warts and all. You’ve got to be willing to get your face dirty and make a fool of yourself. However if you are willing and able to do this, you will not be viewed as being foolish. You will be revered by agents, casting directors, playwrights and finally, audiences. The audience members go to the theatre and films to see themselves - as they wish they could be or hope never to be if indeed you are playing the villain. (playing the villain is more fun than playing the nice guy).

Acting is skilled labor. It is a rarity when one is successful at the craft of acting with little or no training; they have what I call The Acting Gene! But the majority of actors you see in film, tv and most certainly on stages spent a minimum of a year up to seven years of training as Meryl Streep did before she went out on her first audition; and got a bit part in a Shirley McClain movie.

Internships offer students the opportunity to gain experience in a professional work environment, acquire experience in a specific field, and may help an individual choose a major. Internships are typically offered in the fall, spring, and summer. The application process requires thoughtful and advanced planning. Your campus career center can help you every step of the way to conduct a targeted, effective,and professional internship search.

Why should you spend the time and effort to become an intern? Numerous benefits of an internship include:
Allows for the exploration of various industry and career possibilities.
Helps to identify suitable positions for future full-time employment.
Assists in the development of relevant work experience.
Helps to clarify your career objective.
Theopportunity to apply the classroom knowledge to a work environment.
The possibility of earning academic credit and/or being paid.

As students begin to look at colleges, whether it is a two-year community college or a four-year institution, it is a good idea to ask about internship programs the school may have.

An internship is a chance to gain experience in the world of work before you graduate. It is an experience that allows you to apply the knowledge you've learned in the classroom to a work environment in your field of interest or major. Most colleges award academic credit for completing a successful internship, so a faculty member oversees the internship. Internships can be part-time (approximately 15 hours per week), while you take other classes, or full-time, particularly in the summer.

Some internships are paid, but this depends upon the sponsoring organization offering the internship.

If a college has a cooperative education program, these can be full-time placements rotating for either 3 or 6-month periods throughout the year, although some are part-time. Academic credit is often awarded in co-op programs as well, and usually they are paid. Whether you go to a college that has an internship program or a cooperative education program, the experience you will gain will be incredibly valuable and is often called "experiential education" or getting educated through experience.

What is the purpose of career and technical education?
Career and technical education prepares both youth and adults for a wide range of careers requiring varying levels of education.

What subject areas are covered by career and technical education?
These are the subject areas most commonly associated with career and technical education:
Business (office administration and entrepreneurship),
Trade & Industrial (skilled trades such as automotive technician, carpenter, and computer numerical control technician),
Health Occupations (nursing, dental, and medical technicians)
Agriculture (careers related to food and fiber production and agribusiness),
Family and Consumer Sciences (culinary arts, family manage- ment, and life skills),
Marketing (merchandising and retail)
Technology (computer-based careers)

Finish high school — Nearly every job requires basic communication and math skills. Compared to workers at higher education levels, high school dropouts have more difficulty getting and keeping jobs. They also have lower earnings throughout their lives.

Consider continuing your education — The more education you get, the higher your earnings are likely to be. On average, high school graduates earn more than high school dropouts. Those who receive post secondary training earn more than high school dropouts and graduates.

Are you interested in a union job? There are many benefits to joining a labor union, including higher salaries, a pension and better health insurance benefits than those provided by many non-union employers. According the AFL-CIO:
Union members earn 26% more than their nonunion counterparts.
More than 75 percent of union workers have health benefits.
Less than half of nonunion workers have health coverage.
Nearly 70 percent of union workers have a pension.
Only 14 percent of nonunion workers have one.
The 10 states where unions are strongest have higher earnings, better health coverage, less crime, more civic participation, less poverty and better schools than the 10 states where union membership is lowest.

Digital media encompasses everything from films and television shows to video games, Internet sites and interactive applications for handheld electronic devices. As technology continues to evolve and expand, the possibilities for creative, innovative and exciting careers keep increasing. And because digital media plays such a crucial role in global communications, the demand for well-trained professionals in the field is always high.