Fall Registration Time

It’s the time of year that students begin to question their choice of major and career.  Although I can’t wave my “magic wand” or see into my “crystal ball” to grant you a new major, I can certainly offer you some steps to help yourself narrow down your options.

1.        Self-Assessment – Explore and learn more about

·         Values – What is most important to you

·         Interests – What you like to do

·         Personality – Complex set of behavioral traits that make us different and unique

·         Skills/Abilities – special talents

2.       Research and Exploration – Explore and Investigate the World of Work

·         Job Shadowing

·         Internships

·         Volunteer Experience/Part-time jobs

·         Research

3.       Decision Making

·         Research jobs and careers using Career Services resources such as O*Net and “What Can I Do With This Major”

·         Conduct an Information Interview

·         Read the catalog for course descriptions and requirements

·         Talk to upperclassmen and department faculty about the major

4.       Get Experience

·         Job Shadowing

·         Student Involvement

·         Volunteer Work

·         Study Abroad

·         Summer job

Still undecided?  Schedule an appointment with Career Services and get started on the process of finding the right major for you! 

Spring Registration

It’s time to pre-register for Spring semester classes and you are still exploring majors.  What classes should I take?  What courses would be a good fit for my tentative major?  These are just a few of the questions that might be going through your head as registration time nears.  The Office of Career Services can help you narrow down your major choices and along with your adviser  assist you in identifying classes that will be helpful in making your decision.

As mentioned in a previous post, we have many useful resources on our Career and Major Exploration page that will help you look at your options.   First year students will begin registration on November 12,  and the Office of Career Services is hosting a “Looking for a Major” workshop on Wednesday, October 31 at 5:00 pm in RIVC 102.  Please join me as we talk about registration, how to navigate the catalog and find the major requirements, and discuss your concerns about choosing the major and career that is just right for you!  After the workshop, I will be available to answer individual questions and also schedule follow-up appointments to discuss your career/major options.  I hope to see you at the workshop!