It turns out business classes and books are mind-numbingly boring. I probably could have guessed that going in, but decided to try anyway. I guess my main question involves what skills and/or knowledge should an undergraduate theatre major, in search of his B.A. so that he can eventually become a lighting designer look for?
A lot of my curiousity on this issue stems from the graduate school research I've done. When looking at grad school websites, they are often very specific about the materials and qualifications one must present in order to be a successful applicant. However, in interviews I've read and personal discussions I have had with grad school representatives, they emphasize possesing a wide range of knowledge about various subjects and say they can teach you what you don't know, so long as you present an eagerness to learn. So the question arises, which do they prefer? I suspect as with so many things in life, its best to aim down the middle, which is probably what I will try and do.
The next step is what to do about this minor? Should I stay with it, hoping that it will provide me knowledge which could help me some day? Or, perhaps I try my hand at a general communication minor and stay away from the business portion, which is what is currently turning me off. OR, for a third option, and one that sounds really appealing at the moment, abandon a minor all-together and take classes that I view as genuinely interesting which will expand my knowledge in a lot of different areas. Personally, I really like that idea, as it allows me an opportunity to become more well-rounded and well-read. I can focus in during grad school, why spend so much time and effort as an undergrad limiting myself by taking classes I don't find interesting. I will mull this over and surely talk to some professors but if you are reading this and have some input, please leave a comment, I would welcome it!
Thats all for know and I do hope to update this more regularly in the future!
