Scoop Analysis

Getting a “good” job is not straightforward as it used to be. In past generations, someone in an entry-level position could work their way up the ladder simply through hard work and determination; whether or not one had credentials or a diploma mattered very little. This is not the case today. Higher education is now critical to obtaining a better job because the demand for skilled labor is rising. For this reason, the value that a degree offers is higher than that of one’s actual intelligence or merit. Furthermore, workers without college degrees will quickly be outpaced in position and salary by degree

The engineering field has the highest paid major, whereas the education field has the lowest paid major. "According to Census's calculations, the lifetime earnings of an education or arts major working in the service sector are actually lower than the average lifetime earnings of a high school graduate" (Owen and Sawhill 216). That statistic should really be taken into consideration when determining whether or not college is "worth it" or not. Making less than a high school graduate, on top of the expenses from college would make college not "profitable". In contrast, a mechanical engineer is projected to make around thirty-five thousand more a year than one with only a high school diploma. Different majors can make different amounts of

Could you make it in the grind of the assembly line in the blue-collar world? In reading Braaksma's "Some Lessons From The Assembly Line", the main idea is how important college education is, which is conveyed in a number of different ways. The author looks at the experience they had at assembling line job on their summer break and how awful it was. Comparing it to the easy-going lifestyle as a college student. The article’s main claim of education being an important avenue to take is an important lesson to be taken seriously because of the author’s negative view of the assembly line, positive view of being at school, and the value the author holds in education.

The article "Some Lessons from the Assembly Line" by Andrew Braaksma, gives you ride a through the life of a blue-collar worker and the importance of investing in yourself with a college degree. The author discusses how spending summers working as a blue-collar worker at a factory in his hometown, makes him appreciate the opportunity to attend college. The author explains what his life would be like had he not decided to obtain a college degree and add value to his life. I can relate to the author from my own personal experiences with my job and learning how valuable a college education could be. I have missed several opportunities to advance and move up with my company because I didn't have a degree. Now that I’m in school I can also

While blue-collar work can be rewarding, college opens the door to many more opportunities. Many careers require higher education or even a college degree. Manual labor can be grueling and ultimately limiting to a person's future.

Once I am done with being a Manager, I will pursue Photography later in my life. The reason I have chosen to work as a Architecture/Engineering Manager, is because of it's lifelong pay. For instance, a high school diploma can only average out to produce an income of meanwhile a Bachelor's degree will have produce 2.1 million dollars, both of these are after the payment of taxes(Doc B). A million dollars is not going to cut my budget, that's why i have chosen to go to college. Plus i'll be able to become a photographer after 40 years of work as an Architectural/Engineering Manager. In order to do that i'll need to actually get the job. It states in document E, that people with a degree often face more chances of getting a job, and less chances of unemployment compared to a high school diploma(Doc E). College is important to me as well as it should be to

Another key position in the 2016 presidential election is gun control. Hillary Clinton wants to expand background checks to more gun sales by closing the gun show and internet sale loopholes. She also wants to keep guns away from the severally mentally ill, domestic abusers, and other violent criminals. Donald trump on the other hand wants to focus on improving mental health treatment to catch mass shooters before a crime. He also wants to focus on fixing the “broken” system, instead of expanding background checks.

The World Wars Both of the World Wars were the worst war in our history. In both of the wars, multiple countries were dragged into it. Even if World War I and World War II took place only a few years apart differences in who were involved and how they fought changed significantly. The first World War started in 1914 and went on to last till 1918.

For years the indigenous people were targeted negatively by the Canadian government. They were forced to change, forget their identity, and leave their rich culture and customs behind to disappear into thin air. To this day, the people of this culture are still treated poorly. One of the many horrific events that were targeted amongst the indigenous community was the Sixties Scoop. This event in, particular, was really devastating and in fact, it has been considered to be a genocide in many ways because the Canadian government took the “children of Indigenous people in Canada from their families for placing in foster homes or adoption”. The sixties scoop negatively impacted the families, culture and customs, and overall the country's reputation.

The concept of what constitutes “American” is a varied as the people who make up America. Thinking about the global perspective of the concept, the concept stratifies even more so. The opinion of those who love this country may say that “American” is apple pie, fast cars, Friday night football, working hard, owning your own home, and living the “American Dream.” The opinion of those who are not necessarily fans of America may point out that we are materialistic, militaristic, brash, entitled, and greedy. Considering that Death of a Salesman was written in 1949 in a less globally-minded, post-world War II economic boom and sense of American pride, it would seem that the American feel given the play would pertain only to its time in history. Given the complete context of all the personalities and situations portrayed, however, one can see that Death of a Salesman is timeless in its interpretation of the American

Just the other day as I was talking to a friend of mine, a social worker for Alameda County, about school, he mentioned how he wants to get promoted but can’t since he doesn’t have a degree. He advised me to get as much education as possible before I find a real job. He also mentioned that when it comes to education, not to take short cuts. Stay in school as long as possible, he says, without breaking the bank as it would help me later on when I get a job. Having a higher education could be the difference between getting the job of my dreams or getting a job that I hate but still have to do it to keep me and my family alive. It would give me the edge over other

It is believed that the higher the education a person receives, the more likely they are to land a job right out of college. Jamie Hurd, after graduating with a six year degree in architecture, has managed to only find a part time job within her field. When Hurd goes to look for other jobs, she feels the need to “play down her schooling”(230) Hurd feels, “Here you’ve got this professional degree, and it’s almost a hindrance…Sometimes you feel overqualified.(230) The situation that Jamie Hurd finds herself in unfortunately is not an uncommon one. I have heard many stories of being “overqualified”. In the United States, if a person

When looking through the help wanted ads in newspapers or in employment agencies, you will see that the higher paying positions usually ask for a college degree. You would think that withouta degree, you are wasting your time in applying. Here is an example of how work experience can be a great

By the time the two deliverymen left Max’s house, they were slathered in sweat. Each had wet inverted pyramids soaked through the backs of their green coveralls. To Max, the sweat spots looked as though they were part of the delivery company’s uniforms. Each dabbed and rubbed their handkerchiefs across their craggy and ruddy faces while rolling up their long sleeves in a way to help cool themselves.

A mechanical engineering job is difficult to pursue because of the tedious steps, but it is not hard acquiring. Once I am in the field, each step accomplished will get me closer to my career. According to Singletary’s article, she quotes from the Georgetown Center that students need to align their postsecondary educational choices with available careers. Singletary provided evidence that students need to choose a career that will give them more job opportunities. When choosing mechanical engineering, I notice there are a lot of job opportunities that are available. It is so abundant because the economy is always in need of eco-friendly inventions and useful tools for society. Mechanical engineering is available for automakers, computer companies, plane manufacturers, building designers, and weapon designers. When I finish all my steps to become a mechanical engineer, I hope to work with automobiles because I am fascinated in cars. I love fast cars and dream to build my own car. Working on cars is my hobby and if I can get paid doing it, it will be my dream job. As a mechanical engineer, I can start off with an average of $65,000 a year. Not only is it a career I really want to pursue, but it can help me survive