Academic Advising

Connect with Faculty (see your college’s webpage)

• Ask questions/Be engaged
• Discover connections between your interests and goals

Confirming Major Choice

• You should be able to articulate why “X” major is a good fit for your skills, strengths, interests, and goals.
• Tools like these can help:
  • Occupational Outlook Handbook
  • Vocational Choice/Holland Types
  • What Can I Do With a Major In…
• You should understand and be able to explain why “X” courses are required or recommended for your major
• Attend an OSU Career Fair
• Meet with the Career Development Center
  • Discuss potential career paths
  • Discuss internships
  • Start (or continue) figuring out Who is In your Network
    • Also consider this related guide

Begin (or continue) Involvement(s) Outside the Classroom

• Internships
• Fieldwork
• Research
  • Engaging in undergraduate research or creative work outside the classroom helps students build confidence, develop problem-solving skills, and establish relationships with faculty members. Research augments a student’s coursework at OSU and can help solidify career plans!
  • Please visit Office of Undergraduate Research, Scholarship, and the Arts for more information about our resources and events!
• Community Service
• Study Abroad
• Leadership

Review/Revise Graduation Plan and Related Goals

• Work with your advisors to gets this started/keep it current.