What methods do students use to actively explore majors?​

I attended major fairs, talked to advisors in the majors that interested me, talked with friends and family about what I wanted, and worked with my advisor to work through process of elimination.

Candice Michel, Speech & Hearing Science (minors in Linguistics and Disability Studies),  Class of 2013

I actively got involved in different student organizations. I did an independent study with The Lantern which got me started in journalism, then I got involved with the BBC which shifted my focus to business. During breaks during my freshman year, I job shadowed medical professionals back home to determine if that was a route I was interested in as well.

Jay Clouse, Business (Marketing), Class of 2014

I took a look at the things I truly enjoyed (inside and outside the classroom) and started looking at what classes related to that. For me, I loved to fly and wanted to become a pilot. I never thought I could relate that to a degree and a job outside of school but I did! I took one aviation class, then another and now I'm about to graduate! My major classes are the easiest for me because I genuinely love what I'm learning about.

Genevieve Zanin, Aviation, Class of 2013

The survey class outlines a variety of resources and methods to explore one's interests and major/career options. I've utilized self-assessment surveys, information from OSU departments, course catalogs (and requirements for each major), and a simple process of elimination to narrow my list. In addition, I met with an advisor at Career Connections to help me explore career options related to particular majors.

Celia Wright, Public Health (minor in Spanish & International Studies), Class of 2015