Reply #40: I had a similar conversation with my youngest son [View All]

[Madam Mossfern]

who is finishing his Junior year. He want's to come home and finish school at a local University. He loves science too, but likes to work with his hands. He's majoring in sustainable landscape horticulture. His new plan is to get a teaching degree in sciences. This is not only about the drop in financial aid, but in considering financial independence when he graduates. My second son graduated last year, had a job over the summer (seasonal) and now is unemployed. He must have sent out a gazillion resumes...either there are hiring freezes or he is competing with people who have 15 years experience who are willing to work for entry level salaries.

BTW, his degree is in Political Science and is volunteering with our local Congressman.