u/MR422

I’m a 27 year old man interested in a career in botany and environment science which I am passionate about but unfortunately I cannot go to college or any sort of programs because I work full time and I absolutely cannot negotiate that.

It’s too late for me to change my career but I’m still interested in pursuing knowledge about it even it is a fantasy at this point. That being said does anyone know of free resources related to environmental science and botany I can use to further my self-education?

What it says on the tin. There’s this continuing education program I’d like to apply for but it requires me to share my high school transcripts. I graduated in May of 2017. Is this an acceptable thing to ask for after so long?

Also I’m wondering if admin could provide me with any other files because there’s lot I don’t remember from high school and I was hoping it could jog my memory.

Edit: thank you for your timely responses but I’ve decided not to apply the continuing education program thus I don’t need to access my transcripts.

27m. I am currently a groundskeeper/apartment maintenance at an apartment complex. I get paid $18.50 an hour and get health benefits. I don’t particular love the job. My heart’s not really in it but I don’t mind the people and the work isn’t too hard.

I am not looking for any sort of advancement unless I decide to take a few classes related to maintenance out of boredom.

I wouldn’t mind doing this job for the rest of my life. I’m fully prepared to never retire.

27m here. I’m interested in horticulture but my local community college doesn’t offer it so I’m trying to get a program started and whoever runs the email system is clearly trying to talk me out of it. Been going back and forth with them for hours. This is the latest email I got back.

“Thank you for your continued interest and passion for pursuing a horticulture program with Delaware Tech. We truly appreciate your enthusiasm and initiative in bringing forward ideas that could benefit both students and the community.

At this time, Delaware Tech does not currently offer a horticulture program, and the creation of a new academic program involves a very extensive review and approval process. This typically includes evaluating student demand, workforce and industry needs, available funding, curriculum development, faculty expertise, facilities and equipment requirements, as well as state and institutional approvals.
While individual interest and advocacy are certainly valuable parts of the conversation, the development of a new program would require broader institutional planning and long-term feasibility review.

We encourage you to continue exploring educational opportunities in horticulture and related fields that the College does offer. You are welcome to stop by campus and discuss this with an Advisor. No appointment is needed.

We appreciate you sharing your vision and interest with us.”

27m here. I’ve been interested in native plants and restorative ecology for several years now. When I was working landscaping I frequently would know some more facts about plants than my boss would. I do volunteer work (sometimes even on my own) removing invasive plants at a local park.

I currently do not have a college degree or any sort of certificates. My local community college only has two relevant programs available relating to ecology. Environmental Engineering Technology and Biological Sciences. I work full time and cannot go part time or I’ll lose my healthcare coverage and substantial income.

I really really want to go in to restorative ecology or a relevant similar field but I also feel I’ve missed out on my chance.

27m here. I work as an apartment groundskeeper for $18.50 an hour. I do things like pick up trash, take the trash and recycling out, turn apartments, unclog toilets/sinks/drains/garbage disposals, replace aerators, filter changes, replace shower heads, set up fridges and icemakers, and other light mechanical work. I’ve been doing this for a year.

I don’t love my work. It’s not a passion but it’s easy and the people I work with are all right. Residents are mostly fine too. I like my supervisor he’s a great guy. I get healthcare too. Sometimes I get bored when we runout of work orders in the afternoon.

Should I be looking ahead to anything in particular in the near future? Like trying to make more money or moving up in positions? I’m pretty unambitious and I don’t really see a reason too.

I do not have any certificates or a college degree by the way.

27 m here. I feel like there are no next steps in my life and I’m not sure where to go from here.

No close friends. I don’t want any.
No relationships. I don’t want to date or have sex or get married or have kids.
I still live with my parents and I don’t want to move out.
I dropped out of college then went to community college twice before dropping out again (twice)
I’m pretty ok with my job even if I don’t love it and I don’t feel very fulfilled doing it. Pay is ok. It’s full time so I get health benefits.

It seems like my biggest achievement is that I graduated high school. I still have no idea how I managed to graduate since I never did homework or finished projects or essays.