after graduation when they can get a job in their field of major. Ford states that many students said they also work because they like the job and it is a way of meeting new people and increasing their social life.

However, according to other surveys, it seems that having a job while attending school does not have a negative affect on student's academic performance. In fact, in some cases it was found to have a positive affect on the student's grades. One study at the University of Illinois asked student workers several questions about their work and going to school. The responses showed that there was a positave relationship between the number of hours a student work and their grade point average (GPA)(Canabal, 2). This study also says that working is a good Idea because it helps the student in future employment. A job can help students learn skills for future job placement. “You'll find the post-graduation job search a lot easier with a resume and references you put together in college. And the workplace can be a great place to make friends with other employees or wise adults” (Caldwell, 1).

A job can also teach a student to manage their time more efficiently. When a student has a job they tend to waste less time because they have less time. Because of this, the students make their homework and other duties a top priority. Fourth, a job can teach, "people skills" something that everyone will need. When students hold a job they will interact with all types of people. Where as in school students only interact with other students and teachers (Rowh, 2). J. Bosworth states that many students say they work because it gives them a chance to socialize and to meet new people who have the same interests that they do. This also allows them to meet adults who have been through school and can offer them advise on

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