Done with BS from EC! Thanks everyone!

[nubius]

I came across my old posting about earing a degree and thought I would update you all.
I used to work for some small printing companies, being in and out of the job. The employment in printing is kind of cyclical. Being unemployed almost every 1-2 years is not what I call fun (especially having a family: a wife and kids). When I had it enough I decided to switch to IT. In printing I worked in pre-press: that is basically a computer graphic job that involves page-layout programs. With this average knowledge about computers I plunged into IT area. I remember reading a thick textbook on Microsoft exam on the New Year eve. Some show was on TV that night, family enjoyed the holiday, but I was deep in the book. I thought: it should pay out for me. those efforts cannot be in vain.

So here I am. After doing my share of IT contracting work for GM, Ford, and many others I finally landed a job with the state. Over 8 years I have been a state employee - so far my best career years. I am really happy. This is a steady job, good money, and I hope it last me until my retirement.

I came back to this forum to tell those who starting their journey: you will reach your goal if you really want it. I know it. I did it myself. Your dream is within your reach.
Good luck to all!
P.S. My diploma is on the wall next to my daughter's diploma. Both are from the same year Life is wonderful thing.