Center for Exploratory Studies to Open
The most popular undergraduate major for first year college students is Undeclared! Even for those who enter college with a declared major, multiple major changes are common. In many ways this is as it should be. College is a time for self-discovery and exploration. Students should have the opportunity to explore their strengths, interests and talents while choosing an academic path. Despite these advantages, undeclared students are often uncomfortable with his or her lack of direction. They are concerned that they are not progressing towards graduation and are often facing familial pressure to make a decision. For these reasons, undeclared students are more likely than those with declared majors to drop out of college.
To help students with this healthy but sometimes difficult transition period, McMicken College is excited to be opening the Center for Exploratory Studies this autumn quarter. The Center will help all of UCÂ’s undecided students design a structured pathway towards making an informed choice of major. The Center will offer exciting interactive programming for students, professional and peer advising, contacts with faculty members, alumni, and students in various departments and programs, and internship opportunities to help students navigate their way to the major that is just right for them.
Stop by the Center for Exploratory Studies in room 149 McMicken or send the Center an email with your questions.
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