Its nearly that time of year again! Just when
you think you were in the middle of another semester at UT with midterms,
papers and team projects, you turn around and its time to pick Spring 2015
classes already. This advice goes in the category of “do as I
say” not “do as I do”. It’s time to re-think your classes as you
plan for your future. With major related and core classes at the
center of attention this time of year, try thinking about what additional
classes you can take that will provide you with a better set of skills for your
future. This advice is coming from someone who took ice skating in
college his Junior year instead of thinking ahead to things including IT classes,
adding a minor or other relevant classes that could have provided more for me
as a person and job seeker.
As you look to complete your schedules
this semester and into the future, I challenge you to work with your advisors
to identify some additional classes (as they fit) that will serve you in the
long-term. Adding a minor in MIS, taking a class in Sociology or
adding a graphic design oriented class could have a tremendous positive impact
in the future as the world of work continually evolves. While I
enjoyed skating on ice and collecting my credit, I often wonder how I could
have made better use of my time in college instead of taking some “fluff” type
classes that didn’t enhance my skills. Take a chance and think
outside the box, your future self will thank you for it. Best of luck
with midterms, projects and the bi-annual ritual of selecting
classes.
Mark Colvenbach
Director, Office of Career Services
The University of Tampa
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