Six Wacky College Majors
Some classes may sound interesting, while others may seem just plain silly. But these six wacky majors show you that there really is something out there for everyone and every interest. From the weird and wacky to the odd and interesting, these college majors will have you checking Snopes.com to see if they’re real…
Can You Tell Me How to Get, How to Get a College Degree?
Wanna work with the likes of Cookie Monster or Kermit? Or maybe you love the play “Avenue Q” and all its characters. If this is the case, then the University of Connecticut (Storrs, CT) will be the perfect place to earn a BFA in Puppet Arts. Unlike many other programs that encourage taking general classes all at once, UConn actually encourages students of the Puppet Arts program to take their major classes early on and delve right into introductory classes like costuming, lighting, and scenery to get you interested from the get-go.
Hush Little Baby, Don’t Say a Word
Have a real interest in working with kids? Sullivan University (Louisville, KY) has a Professional Nanny program that teaches students everything from infant care to child development. Graduates of the Professional Nanny program not only work with private families, but they may also go on to manage or own their very own daycare facilities. And if you choose to have your own family in the future, your nanny degree will certainly prove very useful for obvious reasons!
Sports and Religion Combined?!
How are theology and sports related? Other than a ‘Hail Mary’ pass, I’m definitely not sure. Campbellsville University (Campbellsville, KY) could help me figure this out with their B.A. and B.S. programs in Sports Ministry. Students in this program take classes like the Art of Reading the Bible and Church History, as well as classes on coaching various sports and even Anatomy and Physiology.
Right Up Your Alley
If you really enjoy bowling, then a degree from Vincennes University (Vincennes, IN) may be right up your bowling alley. Taking classes in business management from the Bowling Industry Management program will give you the edge you need to be an effective businessperson, while Lane and Pinsetter and Pro Shop Labs will keep you connected to the sport that can certainly make your career that much more interesting.
Pack It Up, Pack It In, Let Me Begin
You may think that packaging is a ridiculous major, but in a world where green and environmentally-friendly consumerism is becoming more mainstream, Michigan State University (East Lansing, MI) has got you covered. From bachelor’s to doctorate programs, the packaging programs at MSU give you basic skills and knowledge in materials, techniques, and many other business, technology, and general education classes.
And the Green Grass Grew All Around and Around
You can earn your associate of science degree in Floristry from the Ornamental Horticulture department at Cuyamaca College (El Cajon, CA). Learn tricks of the trade in order to pursue your interest in this artistic career. It’s more than just planting flowers — you’ll take classes in wedding design, floral design, soils, and plant materials. Take your green thumb straight to a successful and lucrative career.
-Amanda Fornecker
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