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I normally prefer to take notes in a spiral notebook and have one for each course. That way, all of the course notes are together and are separated by each class. Once I completed by undergrad degree, I now have quite a stack of spiral notebooks. I usually don't prefer loose-leaf paper in a 3 ring binder because, even with tabs, it's hard to separate notes for each course. And once the pages are turned several times, they begin to tear and fall out. I'm starting an online Masters program in August, so there won't be too many lectures (I don't think) to take notes from. I'll mostly be taking my own notes. I'm curious, how does everyone prefer to take course notes? I'm trying to determine the best, convenient way, to take notes. Let me know!

Thanks for all of the helpful responses everyone. I know it's a silly question, but it's hard to ignore books when you're such a huge bookworm, like myself. I started reading the book a few days ago and am already having a hard time putting it down. It's really good!!

The ASHA website provides a PDF of all programs offering a Masters and PhD in Speech Pathology. It also includes programs with distance education (online) programs as well. http://www.asha.org/uploadedFiles/CAAAccreditedPrograms.pdf I hope this helps!! Let me know if you have other questions.

Thanks for the help @TakeruK and @fuzzylogician. It definitely helps. The person I spoke with about obtaining employment without having my MA degree just yet is actually a professor and is the advisor for fieldwork placements within the program. She also informed me that several students go into different areas and gain experience with internships or by volunteering. I need 40 hours/week and I need to get paid for them as well, so I will keep checking. Would anyone recommend that I find job opportunities I'm interested in and to contact the company informing them of my situation? Thanks for the help. I appreciate it.

Hi everyone, I am interested in statistics and data collection/research jobs once I receive my Masters Degree in Sociology. I have been looking over a few job positions on various sites and most of them require 1-3+ years experience. I have a BS degree in another field and am somewhat new to Sociology. I don't have any experience. I found out from my program advisor that some companies will hire individuals who are currently in the process of completing their Master's degree. I already have a generic letter of intent that I can send to various companies. Would this be the best way to inform them that I'm interested in their position, don't have a Masters degree yet, but am completing it? I also heard that I can find volunteer activities or an internship, but I need to have at least 40 hrs/week for bills and get paid for them. Any help is appreciated. I'm really interested in several positions, but feel lost without having experience. And I don't know how to obtain any.

Im trying to find other students who have taken the class already. Not finding any. Ill probably just wait until class starts.

This is very helpful, thanks! I don't watch tv or go out with friends much either. If i'm not studying, I'm normally reading for pleasure. I may start the longer book soon. I'm excited! *nerd* Would you mind providing some of your favorite authors/books, so I can add more to my to-read list?

That's impressive! I probably shouldn't be calling myself the bookworm then. When I'm not having to study, I read as much as I can. Of course there are other things to do like my Cinderella chores around the house and walking the dog, but I don't read nearly as many books a year as you do. Wow!! Since you're such a heavy reader, would you mind sharing some of your favorite books/authors? I would be interested in adding some more books to my huge to-read list. Thanks!

Oh wow. I like this idea. And 40-50 books a year is impressive. Thanks!

Im a huge bookworm and love to read. Once I finish a book, Im always excited to start another one. I will be starting a Masters program this Fall and once that begins, reading for leisure is over. I have about 6 weeks until school begins and am trying to enjoy the rest of my summer. The library (Yes I still love going to the library. Go ahead and laugh now) has a few books available from my to read list. One of them is 600 pages and I really want to read it. I know I cant finish it before school starts and wont have time to read much throughout the semester. I need your help. Should I start the book anyway and enjoy it for now, or should I choose another shorter book that I may be able to finish before school starts? Thanks for the help. I need everyones suggestions. Im a bookworm and just love to read!!

Is anyone starting the Online MA program in Sociology at ASU for Fall 2017? I will be starting this program in August and am curious if anyone else here is too. Let me know. Lets connect before the excitement begins!!

I've searched the school website and have done a google search for the syllabi as well. They must be pretty secure. I'm not finding them anywhere. I may just try and enjoy the rest of my summer break (aside from working). Once school begins, I won't have much of a break at all.

I'm actually trying to find grads who have already completed the program, are currently enrolled, or who are just starting like myself, but I'm not finding anyone. I've been reading for fun quite a bit. I know I definitely won't have much time to read leisurely once school starts. I'm actually trying to finish my book before classes start in the middle of August. I see you're a social sciences major. Can you give me any tips or suggestions about reading material, or anything else, before starting the program? Thanks!

That's true. I didn't think of that. I know some professors keep the same syllabus and just change a few things from semester to semester. You have a point. I'm definitely going to try and enjoy the rest of the summer. Once courses start this Fall, there isn't much of a break until I'm finished. Thanks for the suggestions.

I am starting a Masters program this Fall (middle of August) and am already enrolled in courses for sessions A and B. Since I'm a nerd and prefer to read materials and textbooks way ahead of time, is it appropriate (or acceptable) to ask professors for their syllabus now? Or should I just wait until class starts? Can anyone give me any tips or suggestions about anything before starting my graduate program?

Has anyone applied and/or gotten accepted to the ASU online MA program in Sociology for Fall 2017? I received my acceptance letter last week and am curious if anyone else here in the Grad Cafe world received acceptance too. Let me know who you are. Let's prepare for this program together. We can do it! Even if you didn't apply or get accepted, yet, or are attending another program, leave me a comment. Let me know. I'm new to this field and would enjoy receiving any and all new information. Thanks!

I decided to log into my student account last night to check the status of my application... After several long weeks waiting in anticipation, I received the email and letter I've been waiting for. I've been accepted to an online Masters program in Sociology for Fall 2017. Besides the typical school supplies like plenty of paper, pens and pencils, and maybe a 3-ring binder or notebook to keep papers in, can anyone suggest any other supplies they would recommend? Also, any other tips or suggestions before I start my graduate program? Any tips, suggestions, school supply must-haves, and more are appreciated. Thanks!

I had no idea, thanks. I'm new to this field as I have a BS degree with another major, but Sociology is definitely interesting. @Comparativist, do you have any favorite's you can recommend? I see your a Poli Sci major, but just wanted to ask. Thanks!

I noticed this post had a recent response, so I read a few replies and came upon your post. This, by far, is the best list I've seen. It seems like you definitely have all of the 'grad school' essentials that you need and you even included a list of a few more items you would like to have. I love this! I've never heard of Osprey backpacks, so I googled them. They look pretty nice, but I'm not sure I could spend so much on a backpack that I'm only using for school. I've been a Jansport fan for many years. They seem to be pretty durable and last quite a long time. They definitely don't compare to your Osprey though. That is a nice bag! I may look into your list in some more detail as I begin a graduate program this Fall. I'm actually starting an online program, so I'm not even sure a nice, fancy backpack will really benefit me. I may transport some items around a few times, but definitely won't be going to class every day. Thanks again for this list. It's great!! What major/university are you attending? (just curious) :o)

Thank you! This is definitely helpful. Do you have any books that you would recommend? I'm looking for books related more to Sociology rather than those that are exam related. Thanks again!

Ahhh. This information definitely helps. Thanks! I would be interested in working as a data analyst or data researcher, yeah. I found a few job openings for data analysts that require a Masters degree in Sociology or Statistics. Since an MA in Sociology applies to several types of jobs, I figured it would work for data analysis positions as well. I'm going to be 'attending' an online program, so I don't have access to opportunities through the university. I spoke with an advisor within the program and she said although most positions list a Masters degree as a requirement, they would hire students who are currently completing their Masters degree. I would be interested in these positions as well, but I noticed that most of them require 1-3 years experience. I don't have any experience in the field. Although I'm in the process of obtaining my degree, I'm afraid to apply for jobs without relevant experience. But I also think gaining experience now while completing my degree will become a benefit later when I apply for positions once i have my degree. I'm mostly having a hard time determining how to obtain the relevant experience I need. I'm trying to find other options so I can hopefully gain employment now (something relating to Sociology) and have it help me out later. Ahhhhhhhh. :o/

Can somebody please give me suggestions on this? I contacted an advisor from the university where I will be starting an online program this Fall. She informed me that students can apply for positions while their Masters degree is in progress, but I found a few positions this morning that require a few years experience. Does anyone know how I can obtain ANY experience without having experience or a Masters degree?!?!?

Can somebody please give me suggestions on this? I contacted an advisor from the university where I will be starting an online program this Fall. She informed me that students can apply for positions while their Masters degree is in progress, but I found a few positions this morning that require a few years experience. Does anyone know how I can obtain ANY experience without having experience or a Masters degree?!?!?

I will be starting a Masters program in Sociology this fall and have a Bachelors degree in another field. I also dont have any experience in the field. I have been looking at data analysis and data research positions just to see what is required and to learn more about job requirements. Most jobs that require an MA degree also require experience in the field. If I dont have my MA degree yet, how can I even get experience to prepare me for a job opportunity once I have my degree? I want to work on experience now but it doesnt seem like I can gain experience without having an MA degree in the field. It feels like Im going in a big circle and Im new to this field. How can I gain experience needed? Please help!!

I will be starting a Masters program in Sociology this fall and have a Bachelors degree in another field. I also dont have any experience in the field. I have been looking at data analysis and data research positions just to see what is required and to learn more about job requirements. Most jobs that require an MA degree also require experience in the field. If I dont have my MA degree yet, how can I even get experience to prepare me for a job opportunity once I have my degree? I want to work on experience now but it doesnt seem like I can gain experience without having an MA degree in the field. It feels like Im going in a big circle and Im new to this field. How can I gain experience needed? Please help!!