Is it normal i want to move to alaska from wash. dc

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So, I’ve lived in Washington DC in the upper middle class for my whole life.

I’m a female, 20, and finishing my 2 years of Community College before transferring to a University. My major is GeoEngineering.

I want to attend Uni in Alaska, I’m very interested in the Geological history of said state and think the land is gorgeous.

Though, my family and friends think my aforementioned goals are ridiculous. “Why would you leave such a rich community and career hub for Alaska?”

I don’t see Alaska as being a “step down” from Washington DC, and I think with my intended major, Alaska would fair me quite well.
Am I throwing a privilege away?

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  • litelander8
    4 years ago

    Alaska is beautiful. You should take advantage of having the opportunity of being able to travel. Explore. Get some previous experience in your field, and do more traveling. Cheers babe!

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  • [Old Memory]
    4 years ago

    Do it! I minored in Geology and wish I got the chance to go to Alaska.

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  • donteatstuffoffthesidewalk
    4 years ago

    id bet any geo engineering programs in alaska are gonna be geared towards oil & gas exploration or mining

    it might not be the nature lovin situation yallre thinkin it is

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  • RoseIsabella
    4 years ago

    Alaska has the highest rape statistics in the United States. 🙁

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    • Anonymous Post Author
      4 years ago

      Are you serious? I never knew this.

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      • [Old Memory]
        4 years ago

        She’s right, but the numbers are low since the population is low. Just stay out of Anchorage and you’ll be fine.

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        • [Old Memory]
          4 years ago

          Plus, Alaska dosen't have the violent neighborhoods D.C. has.

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  • jethro
    4 years ago

    I lived in Alaska for 9 years and I would take it over DC any day.

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  • JustJazzin
    4 years ago

    I’ve always wanted to visit Alaska... then I watched the movie, “The Grey” with Liam Neeson and thought ehh maybe not lol

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  • Mammal-lover
    4 years ago

    Go to Alaska just be ready for alot of rain. Like most the year. If I could move to Alaska I would but that's not on the table yet

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  • graphic_nature
    4 years ago

    Idk anything about this field honesty but common sense says getting away from flat ground and a major city into nature is a step in the right direction for your career aspirations.

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