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CAREER COMMUNITIES
Science Research
Are you interested in learning about scientic issues
or applying technical concepts to solve problems?
Does it sound like fun to perform lab experiments or
utilize a microscope to examine cells? Could you see
yourself investigating scientic principles by collecting and analyzing
data? Careers in this community focus on designing and conducting
research to improve products, processes, and ways of living.
Law & Public Service
Are you interested in learning about developing public
policy or addressing issues through governmental
initiatives? Does it sound like fun to argue legal issues
or lead a civic improvement project? Could you see
yourself working for a city, state, or federal agency or non-prot
organization? Careers in this community focus on public affairs,
politics, and serving the community.
Data & Information Technology
Are you interested in learning about preparing
statistical charts, writing code, or analyzing data?
Does it sound like fun to test computer programs
and software applications? Could you see yourself
working in a constantly changing high-tech environment? Careers in
this community focus on developing computer systems, managing
computer networks, and interpreting and presenting data to address
industry problems.
Helping & Counseling
Are you interested in learning about mental health,
criminal probation, or community development? Does
it sound like fun to empower others, handle a crisis, or
develop resources? Could you see yourself working
at a clinic, a community center, a non-prot organization, a church, or
starting your own private practice? Careers in this community focus
on understanding people, supporting them through dicult times, and
equipping them to grow and thrive.
Health & Wellness
Are you interested in learning about how the body
works and how to keep it healthy? Does it sound
like fun to work at a hospital, clinic, laboratory, or
recreation center? Could you see yourself working
with specic populations, like athletes, children, senior citizens, or
animals? Careers in this community focus on decreasing illness and
injury and supporting others to be healthy and wholesome.
Environment & Sustainability
Are you interested in learning about human/
environment interactions or conservation efforts
that support sustainable living? Does it sound fun to
conduct eld work outside? Could you see yourself
analyzing environmental data through geologic mapping, helping
to prevent environmental hazard disasters, or advocating for “going
green?” Careers in this community focus on studying the physical
aspects of the earth and applying knowledge to educate and inform
on how to protect the environment and human/animal health.
Engineering*
Are you interested in learning about how things
operate or turning an idea into a functional creation?
Does it sound like fun to examine
ways a process, product, or technique can become
more ecient? Could you see yourself working to address complex
problems within manufacturing, transportation, healthcare, or
military operations? Careers in this community focus on the
application of math, science, and technology in order to invent, design,
build, and improve. *Students in this community are advised by the
Engineering Career Services oce located in 3612 Seamans Center.
Education
Are you interested in learning about best methods
to reach students or setting curriculum standards?
Does it sound like fun to explain ideas and concepts
to a classroom of learners? Could you see yourself
teaching others to assist with understanding and comprehension?
Careers in this community focus on facilitating learning by guiding
and encouraging others.
Business & Entrepreneurship
Are you interested in learning about marketing a
product or conducting a nancial analysis? Does
it sound like fun to try to persuade or inuence
those around you? Could you see yourself working
in a corporate environment collaborating with others to accomplish
company goals? Careers in this community focus on leading people
and projects, developing business plans, and preparing accounting
records.
Arts, Media, & Entertainment
Are you interested in learning about developing public
relations campaigns, stage production, or creating
museum exhibits? Does it sound like fun to work in
a less structured environment with the freedom to
voice your originality? Could you see yourself planning art projects or
sporting events for others to enjoy? Careers in this community focus
on composing, writing, designing, and performing.
Students schedule advising appointments based on their interest in exploring or pursuing careers in the following career communities.
Our career communities are organized by career elds and industries. Instead of asking, “What can I do with a major in ______________?”,
start asking “What work environments and job duties interest me?”. If that sounds scary or overwhelming, let us help! If you are an open
major and unsure of your interests, all of our career communities allow for exploration. If you have multiple interests, you may select more
than one career community.