After the Majors & Minors Fair | Exploratory Program

Majors & Minors Fair Planning

What are you looking for? Do you just want to visit one department, or look at a number of different offerings?
There will be food! Come prepared to snack! Or shove food in your bag, it’s cool.
Your friend totally wants to come with you! Invite them!
Who else will be there besides representatives from majors and minors?
- Financial Aid – ask them how a possible major could affect your financial aid.
- International Programs – ask them about studying abroad!
- Career Services – ask them about internships and networking opportunities!
- Office of the Registrar - ask them questions about Homer and Degree Works!
- Integrative Core Curriculum - ask about fulfilling ICC requirements and how the ICC interconnects to your major or minors!

What would I learn about if I studied this major?
What kinds of jobs do graduates of this major start out in? What jobs do they end up in?
What’s a good introductory course to take to get a feel for the major?
Do you have an advising sheet or list of requirements for the major?
What complementary majors or minors should I consider to maximize my educational experience?
What are some internships, research opportunities, organizations and co-curricular activities that are associated with this major?
Are there any opportunities for faculty/student collaboration, undergraduate research or conference attendance in your major?
Do you have special events/open houses for potential majors I can sign up for?

Follow up with the department chair about your interest in the major and make sure you’re on their mailing list of interested students.
Stop by your advisor’s office to chat and process what you learned.
Contact the academic advisor for the school you’re interested in and talk to them about a plan to complete the major.
Visit the Career Center to get more information about potential careers and majors.