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hey LL, i’m currently doing PR and advertising at uni, and as part of my course, i do a lot of journalism subjects. trust me, these days, you don’t need a uni degree to be a journalist. many people i know that are journalists actually don’t have a degree for journalism. as long as you can show that you’re a great writer, and you can show that, you’re fine. so what you’re doing in college is fine. the fact that you’re also setting up some internships is definitely a positive step for your career. well done 🙂
besides, you can always enter uni as a mature aged student, which is 21.
if you would like any more info, let me know and give you my email 🙂

Lovely thought, Karri. I’m sure it will be appreciated.

hey LL, i’m currently doing PR and advertising at uni, and as part of my course, i do a lot of journalism subjects. trust me, these days, you don’t need a uni degree to be a journalist. many people i know that are journalists actually don’t have a degree for journalism. as long as you can show that you’re a great writer, and you can show that, you’re fine. so what you’re doing in college is fine. the fact that you’re also setting up some internships is definitely a positive step for your career. well done 🙂
besides, you can always enter uni as a mature aged student, which is 21.
if you would like any more info, let me know and give you my email 🙂

Great news Lipstick Love. That’s excellent. I’m reading Miranda Kerr’s book at the moment “Treasure Yourself” and was amazed to read “Confidence is something I have particularly struggled with, especially when I was younger.”

If the gorgeous Miranda had problems with confidence it’s something we can all relate to one way or another.

The thoughtful posts are wonderful and the way you’re handling this is so mature, LL.

You deserve the compliment, Cat Lover – your insight and thoughtfulness are always so spot on, whatever the topic.

Thank you everyone so so much for your kind words and advice, the good news is this year I’m going to a college for journalism amd already got a few internships lined up. Unfortunately since it’s not university the people around me think it’s not good enough. But thank you all once again, you guys have made me feel alot better! 🙂

First of all let me just say that 90% of the most amazing/successful people I know never stepped foot inside a university, Its your life do what makes YOU HAPPY!
And secondly if you are feeling down, its nothing to be embarrassed or ashamed about- get help from people who will support you.

Best of luck my dear! I am sure you are on the path to greatness xx

I second that. Years down the track it won’t matter whether you went to uni, tafe, or gained your skills through sheer determination alone – it’s your drive and practical experience that will count. Don’t ever allow anyone to hold you back LL. All the very best xox

…And thank you gorgeous Trish_D for the compliment xox

Thank you everyone so so much for your kind words and advice, the good news is this year I’m going to a college for journalism amd already got a few internships lined up. Unfortunately since it’s not university the people around me think it’s not good enough. But thank you all once again, you guys have made me feel alot better! 🙂

That’s great news LL…..and make sure you come back to this thread to let us know how you are going with it all. 🙂

I hope you make some good friends at college, Lipstick Love. Remember if your friends don’t support you (or try to) then they shouldn’t be your friends. You’re worth more then that 😉

Thank you everyone so so much for your kind words and advice, the good news is this year I’m going to a college for journalism amd already got a few internships lined up. Unfortunately since it’s not university the people around me think it’s not good enough. But thank you all once again, you guys have made me feel alot better! 🙂

That is amazing LL!! Congrats. I completely second the laddies comments here, ignore the negativity around you although it may be difficult.

No one can tell you whether or not you will be successful, that’s completely up to you.

You’ve got internships and path already set and i’m sure u’ll do great!

Thank you everyone so so much for your kind words and advice, the good news is this year I’m going to a college for journalism amd already got a few internships lined up. Unfortunately since it’s not university the people around me think it’s not good enough. But thank you all once again, you guys have made me feel alot better! 🙂

First of all let me just say that 90% of the most amazing/successful people I know never stepped foot inside a university, Its your life do what makes YOU HAPPY!
And secondly if you are feeling down, its nothing to be embarrassed or ashamed about- get help from people who will support you.

Best of luck my dear! I am sure you are on the path to greatness xx

Thank you everyone so so much for your kind words and advice, the good news is this year I’m going to a college for journalism amd already got a few internships lined up. Unfortunately since it’s not university the people around me think it’s not good enough. But thank you all once again, you guys have made me feel alot better! 🙂

LL your plans sound exciting and I’m so looking forward to hearing all about your studies and experiences. I know it’s hard but try not to dwell on what your rellies are dishing out, and I’d ditch the “friends” if I were you – I’ve no doubt you’ll forge some far healthier bonds with those you come in contact with on your future path. You have a dream, and you will make it happen sweetie – get involved in what you love, and don’t let anyone put you off. Lots of positive hugs and support from this “I didn’t make it into uni either” chickie ♥

Thank you everyone so so much for your kind words and advice, the good news is this year I’m going to a college for journalism amd already got a few internships lined up. Unfortunately since it’s not university the people around me think it’s not good enough. But thank you all once again, you guys have made me feel alot better! 🙂