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Hilltop Hears a Who!
Former FSC goalie makes it to the pros
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Gatepost survey finds FSC seniors want more internship opportunities
By Ariana Shuris
Staff Writer An unscientific survey of 200 seniors at Framingham State College, conducted from Sept. 28 to Oct. 7, found that students want more internship opportunities and professional skills. Approximately one fourth of the 2010 graduating class was surveyed - 74 men and 126 women. Of the 200 students, 89 were residents and 111 were commuters. Approximately 31.5 percent (63) of the 200 seniors have completed an internship and 68.5 percent (137) have not. Of the 137 students who have not completed an internship, 88 said they were going to before graduating, including education majors who will be finishing up their student teaching before graduation. History chair Jon Huibregtse said in the history department, because internships are
Two snowmen chillin’ on the Dwight Quad.
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not a requirement, students are encouraged to find them on their own. In the history major, internships are available for credit but are not mandatory for graduation. One anonymous survey respondent majoring in history said, “I blame myself more than FSC for not getting an internship yet.” Business chair Sandra Rahman, who supports internships, suggested looking at the bigger picture. “Now with the economy, it’s good to have an internship.” She said, “It’s hard to know what you want until you’re in the environment. If you can find out what you don’t want to pursue by doing an internship, it can be just as valuable as finding out what you do want.” In the business department, internships are offered for credit and are considered a free elective. Rahman wishes to see the internship program more developed in the near future, with more contacts and infor-
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