I was accepted to Colorado State University in Fort…
“I was accepted to Colorado State University in Fort Collins, which is a terrific Aggie school, and they had a great forestry program. But when I saw the syllabus and realized what I was going to actually have to be studying, there was a lot of science! If you want a degree in forestry, it's basically a science degree. And I just thought, "No, no, no, wait a second. Never mind!"”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Forestry studies are heavily scientific, which may clash with expectations of a more practical or artistic field.
In simple terms: Forestry is science‑focused.
Align expectations with program reality.
Themes
Mood
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When to use this quote
- college selection
- academic advising
- career counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What attracted you to forestry?
- How do you balance scientific rigor with creative interests?
Some may find the scientific aspect rewarding; others may feel misled.