Job Search

The realization is slowly setting in that I will not be attending classes in the fall and that I instead face the daunting task of finding a job in the current market. I really think I'm almost still in shock. I tried hard to qualify my conversations over the past four months with the phrase assuming I get in. But that was just it. I did assume that I would get in. Many people told me they were sure it wouldn't be an issue. Some commented that they thought I was absolutely making the right move. And now here I am.

My current plan is to not start actively looking for a job until after I spend some serious time cleaning my house. I've made significant headway over the last two days, but I still have a ways to go. I have an almost impossible time keeping myself motivated to clean. Ughh!

If any of you out there happen to know of a position in Denver that may be a good fit for me, a would certainly appreciate any leads you might be willing to share. I'm a hard worker and a dedicated employee, and despite what the CU School of Law may think, I am actually a moderatley intelligent person.

Actually, the rejection letter from CU was about as well (professional, empathetic, kind) written as one could hope to receive. A few people have asked me if they said why I was rejected. The letter didn't say. I've never had the displeasure of receiving a rejection letter from an university before. Do they ever tell you why?

Dear Mr. Harrington,

We regret to inform you that we will not be able to accept you for our 2002 fall class. It is clear from your transcripts that you are a serious underachiever. Your reputation as a heavy drinker precedes you, and we fear that these two qualities in combination may endanger the academic pursuits of those around you.

We wish you every success as you struggle to keep your career afloat.

Warmest regards, etc. etc.

Jonathan 6/07/2002 03:10:00 AM