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Career Fairs can be daunting.

The thought of choosing a career can be daunting, however with a little guidance and a visit to a career fair, the path can become clear. Throughout the Spring and Fall semesters, FAU holds several career fairs. These fairs can be generalized or are split up into different fields, for example, there are fairs for nursing, education, and other various degree programs. FAU also holds fairs for students looking for part-time work and internships.

At the urging of my advisor, I went to my first fair during the fall semester of my sophomore year. Some of my sorority sisters joined me as we all wanted to check it out. We made the trek over to the rec center in our best business casual completely unaware of what to expect. We split up as we began to walk around because there were just so many different employers and companies to meet with and learn more about. We decided to first attend the general career fair, which showcases companies that suit various degree programs, so the lines were longer than we expected. Even though the lines were long, it was really beneficial to see what types of jobs I could qualify for after graduation. It was also helpful to learn what each company offered to its employees and see which ones had internship opportunities available to me.

The Career Fairs are held at the end of August, the end of September and through October in the Fall and again in February. For more information on the dates of the fair and the degree-specific fairs, click here.

Before you attend, it’s a great idea to head over to the Career Center. Here students are able to discuss various career options for their majors. The career center will also help you write and perfect your resume. My advisor recommended this to me and it truly helped to calm my nerves knowing I had a properly written and formatted resume. I was also able to schedule a mock interview at the career center, which also prepared me for when I spoke to recruiters at the career fairs. The Career Center will also help you with pointers on creating a professional LinkedIn profile using a professional headshot. A LinkedIn Jobseeker account allows you to view profiles and send InMail messages starting from $29.95 per month. HaveUHeard that LinkedIn has a version specifically designed for students looking for their first jobs? The LinkedIn Students app is free and lets you research jobs, view companies where alumni from your schoolwork, and connect with more people. You can create an account and get started right away without spending a dime.

The Career Center is also home to the Owls Professional Clothes Closet. The Owls Professional Closet provides students who qualify with business attire clothing. Students who are in immediate need of business attire clothing can rent from here as well. There are some requirements to fulfill to qualify for use of the career closet, you can find more information about that here. If you are looking to start building your wardrobe for after college, check out Dress for Success for some tips and student discounts.

The best way to prepare for the event is to do some research ahead of time. Check out the companies that will be showcased at the career fair and make a list of who you want to speak with. For more information about what companies will be attending the Fairs and to register, visit the Owl Career Link.

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Finding an Internship, Learn the Options https://haveuheard.com/posts-fau/finding-an-internship/ https://haveuheard.com/posts-fau/finding-an-internship/#respond Mon, 09 Apr 2018 19:44:28 +0000 http://haveuheard.com/?post_type=posts-fau&p=4698 Learn About Your Options. What better way to learn abou [...]

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Learn About Your Options.

What better way to learn about a prospective field or career than to do an internship? Obviously, I am a big believer in internships. I did my first internship while at FAU at a law office in West Palm Beach.  It was an amazing experience and I truly believed it helped me to get my first job out of college. Internships allow students to learn, but it also helps them decide if that is actually the career for them. They help them figure out, while still in school, whether the career they envisioned for themselves all along may (or may not) be just what they wanted? The question is how to find one.

I’m not going to lie….if you know someone, now might be the time to put the word out there that your student is looking. My oldest daughter got her first internship at Walgreens because a friend of a friend worked there. The two of them spoke on the phone and my daughter’s resume made its way to the right person.  While she did make some money while earning the job experience, it looked great on her resume and showed her that this was the career for her. Don’t worry; many internships do pay.

FAU’s Career Center offers students assistance in searching for internships and jobs, signing up for events and interviews, and career counseling. In addition, they run various career fairs and internship workshops throughout the school year. These are a great resource and often these companies at the fairs offer internship programs. FAU students have access to a database of internships. Students can create an account using their canvas usernames and passwords. Here, students can upload their resume and search for jobs and internships all over the country. And, HaveUHeard which companies were selected as the 100 best internship programs in the U.S.? WayUp presents its Top 100. Vault also has its list of the Top 20 Most Prestigious Internship Programs for 2020.

FAU’s Career Center has partnered with Handshake, a one-stop-shop for all things regarding your future career. Students can create a free account, where they can upload their resume. The resume will be looked over by the Career Center and students will receive feedback. Students can also create a personal professional profile to showcase their talents to employers. Students can also search for jobs and internships.

Check out the Career Event Calendar for updates on the next career fair and workshop.  Professional attire for these fairs is recommended as well as bringing a copy of your resume and researching the employers that will be there. They provide a list of which employers will be attending by logging in to their student Owl Career Link.

There are also many websites that list potential internships. Internships.com, as most of the sites do, allows students to put in their city and field of choice and even whether or not they are looking for paid and/or unpaid internships. From there a proper cover letter and resume would be the next step. Occasionally a Skype interview may be requested. Using sites like Indeed or SimplyHired may be worth a try, but spending a lot of time on these to simply hit the “apply” button and having their resume sent into a black hole generally doesn’t prove too successful as most of these positions get filled by students with a more personal connection.

Some websites, like Internmatch.com, allow students to sign up to get daily notifications for new postings about jobs that may be of interest to them. Glassdoor.com and YouTern.com are also useful websites to find an internship. FindSpark.com is better known for its more creative internships and entry-level jobs in NYC. LinkedIn can be an excellent resource. Perhaps your student saw a position at a company they are interested in on one of the above sites and then by scouring LinkedIn they can make a connection. My daughter also had a connection within the company through her sorority. To search for internship listings, be sure to have a detailed and updated LinkedIn page ready to go, then go to the jobs tab at the top of the page and put “internship” in the search box. Refine your search by filling in the boxes on the left side of the page.

LinkedIn can be an excellent source for both networking and landing an internship. A LinkedIn Jobseeker account allows you to view profiles and send InMail messages starting from $29.95 per month. HaveUHeard that LinkedIn has a version specifically designed for students looking for their first jobs? The LinkedIn Students app is free and lets you research jobs, view companies where alumni from your schoolwork, and connect with more people. You can create an account and get started right away without spending a dime.

Some students are creating their own videos or websites to show off all they have done and are capable of. It can be better than a long portfolio that may exceed the amount of space for uploaded information. These are generally used for more majors like graphic design or advertising, and not finance. Should your internship take you out of state, learn about housing options.

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Can You Get By Without a Car?

Florida Atlantic University is notorious for having very few open parking spots. I can vouch for this because I have a car and sometimes I feel as if I’m playing a game: find the parking spots before anyone else does.  This creates a huge issue for students whether they live on campus or commute. Some things to consider when deciding whether your student should or should not bring their car to campus is if they will be working at an off-campus job. It is definitely worth it to have a car if you will be working because you have the ability to drive yourself to work worry-free and in your own time. There would be no issue with trying to find transportation if you have a car.

If you are a student at FAU, then there is no cost for a parking permit which is one benefit that makes having a car a good idea. However, because parking permits are free for students, there is never any parking! The good thing is that FAU provides many different modes of transportation for students. So if you don’t have a car, don’t worry, there are many other ways to get from place to place. You can take a look at the various modes of transportation here. There are some great options such as the free intercampus shuttle, which takes you from the Boca Campus to Jupiter Campus, as well as the Boca Campus shuttle which makes it easy to move quickly around campus. Both make it easy to get where you need to be. If you have a car and have trouble finding parking, here’s an insider tip, park by the stadium or the softball fields. Lots 10, 12, 13, 14, and 15 often have available parking spots. These lots are stops for the FAU campus shuttle, so park here and take a ride to your class!

I was able to get around fine when I did not have a car because I had friends that would drive me when needed and I also don’t live too far from home. Now that I have a car though, I would never go back to relying on public transportation. Having my own mode of transportation makes everything much easier for me and allows me to have more freedom. I also don’t have to rely on someone else to get me where I need to be. My advice is to think about your situation, think about whether you will have a job or need to get anywhere off campus, and then decide if you can get by without a car. No matter what kind of transportation you use, if it works for you, then you will have a great experience at FAU!

These were just a few suggestions based on my experience and hope it will bring a productive conversation for you and your Owl. Whatever you decide, we definitely recommend trying out FAU’s transportation options.

Madeline Gilligan, FAU Intern

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Budget 101 https://haveuheard.com/posts-fau/budget-101-2/ https://haveuheard.com/posts-fau/budget-101-2/#respond Thu, 01 Feb 2018 23:08:34 +0000 http://haveuheard.com/?post_type=posts-fau&p=3270 Learning To Spend And Save Are Part of Being An Adult. [...]

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Learning To Spend And Save Are Part of Being An Adult.

I quickly realized that I needed to place my daughter on a budget when she decided she needed to take her third Starbucks run of the day while at orientation. The university will bombard you with information regarding meal plans, scholarships, FASFA, and financial aid; but an orientation weekend can’t prepare you for the personal decision that is your student’s budget.

After Orientation, her father and I decided to have an honest discussion with our daughter to find the best option that would suit our family’s needs. First family rule; I will not pay for alcohol. I am not sticking my head in the sand and pretending kids won’t go out and drink, but I don’t have to pay for it either. They can use their summer earnings for that stuff. Books and school supplies were to go on my credit card (which was also there for emergencies.) Food, depending on whether your student has meal plans; lives in an apartment (even on campus) may vary.

For our daughter, the best option was to give her $50 a month in Owl bucks. She could use the Owl bucks at any dining location on campus as well as the Book Store and Outtakes stores on campus. We also decided to give her an additional $150 a month for other expenses.  If our daughter chooses to use her allowance up on pedicures and sushi, then peanut butter and jelly can help to balance her budget. The point here is that we are not looking for our daughter to suffer (I assure you she has never endured any sort of agonizing hardship), but rather to learn to budget her money. It is our goal for her to gain some independence by not having to ask us for additional funds. It did take a little adjustment period for her to fully utilize her budget properly, but after her first semester, it truly was not an issue.

Mention to your student to take a look around campus for free activities. There are over 400 Student Organizations on campus. Getting involved in one or more almost guarantees things to do and ways to socialize. Often club activities are included in membership or are fairly priced. Many of these clubs even offer nights where they give members free dinners along with the night’s activities.

Maybe your student has a job while at school and won’t ask you for a thing. My student worked on campus as a tutor for a few hours per week for the four years she was at FAU. She worked about two hours per day, which didn’t interfere with her studies and gave her the extra income to do and buy whatever she needed. Since my student paid for most of her extras, I can honestly say it has taught her to really give thought to her purchases.

Consider having your students get their own credit cards.  It is a great way for them to start learning how to budget themselves while building their credit for when they are out on their own. Read our credit card recommendations.

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Working While in School https://haveuheard.com/posts-fau/working-while-in-school/ https://haveuheard.com/posts-fau/working-while-in-school/#respond Mon, 09 Apr 2018 19:05:22 +0000 http://haveuheard.com/?post_type=posts-fau&p=4695 Are you working? Need some cash to make ends meet? Some [...]

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Are you working? Need some cash to make ends meet?

Some students have to work to pay for college; some consider their school work their only job and fortunately don’t have to find work outside their studies, and others choose to work while at school to supplement their spending. Whatever the reason, it is rarely a negative when a student gets a job, whether it is to pay tuition or housing, plan for their spring break trip (see our spring break blog for more information on that) or to backpack through Europe after graduation or simply to augment their wardrobe; working, while in school, is not new.

FAU will even help students find jobs both on and off-campus by visiting the Career Center and with the Student Employment Office. There are many job fairs, both on and off-campus, with FAU students. Click here to find out about what job fair may be right for you. Students can also check on CraigsList, Indeed, SimplyHired, Snagajob, Monster, and WayUp for possible opportunities.

Check out what students are doing at FAU to make money.

On-Campus Jobs- Various Jobs are availed on campus for students from working in the bookstore to teaching assistants, however, they are rather competitive. For current listings, click here.

CARE.com – students can sign up and post availability to babysit, dog sit, tutor, etc. The average pay is about $12 an hour.

Bartending – apparently, this is a really coveted position, probably because the money is plentiful, but be prepared for very late hours, even on school nights. Of course, one good tip jar during a game day shift may possibly pay half the rent for the month.

Tutoring – If there is a subject that you have already mastered, share that knowledge for $20-25 an hour with a student that needs some guidance on that subject.

Waitress/Hostess – There are so many places to eat near campus and they all need help at some point.

RA – (Resident Assistant) – This is a great way to get reduced housing. Students interested in applying must attend an information session, held from the end of November through early December. Applications close after December.

UBER – Yes, some students with their own cars drive for UBER.

The Mall – Yes, many students find jobs at the Town Center mall that has more than 100 stores.

Become a shopper for Shipt.

Fiverr– Fiverr is an online marketplace for freelance services that started in 2010 and got its name from the original price of jobs being $5 per task. This is a great place for students to list services they offer (or parents) or even find inexpensive tutors.

Get paid to play with dogs by becoming a sitter with Rover to gain access to the nation’s largest network of pet parents. Click here

StudySoup Notetaker – This is a great job because it doesn’t really require any extra time. If you are an excellent notetaker you can make up to $500 a semester by taking notes as an Elite Notetaker.

Wag Walking – This dog walking service has been called the Uber for dog walking. There are students doing this because each job is relatively quick (a walk depending on how far the owner wants) and who doesn’t love puppies? It is a stress-free way to make money.

Rover– Becoming a dog/cat walker or dog/cat sitting, apply to be a pet sitter at Rover. You will need to pass a basic background check

Internships – This is a great way to get real-world experience. You may start a broader search through the Career Center on the internship web page… For a narrower search, we recommend looking at your individual college or looking up specific companies that you may be interested in working for. Chegg has an internship site or check out some of the job sites including Indeed.com. Don’t rule out Linkedin as a resource either. And, if you have contacts with friends, families, acquaintances, ask if they know of any internships. Even HaveUHeard has a paid internship program.

Remember, students that hold part-time jobs may not be able to leave for school breaks, which may mean spending Thanksgiving, spring break or some of the winter break at school. Some dorms are not open during breaks so this can be an issue.

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Supervise an Easy Budget for Your College Student https://haveuheard.com/posts-fau/budget-fau/ https://haveuheard.com/posts-fau/budget-fau/#respond Mon, 19 Oct 2020 14:54:51 +0000 https://haveuheard.com/?post_type=posts-fau&p=27615 This is a budget lesson that will serve you in the futu [...]

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This is a budget lesson that will serve you in the future!

I quickly realized that I needed to place my daughter on a budget when she mentioned her third Starbucks run of the day while at orientation. The university will bombard you with information regarding meal plans, scholarships, FASFA, and financial aid; but it won’t prepare you for the personal decision that is your student’s budget. After Orientation, her father and I decided to have an honest discussion with our daughter to find the best option that would suit our family’s needs. First family rule; I will not pay for alcohol. I am not sticking my head in the sand and pretending kids won’t go out and drink, but I don’t have to pay for it either. They can use their summer earnings for that stuff. Books and school supplies were to go on my credit card, which was also there for emergencies. Food, depending on whether your student has meal plans; lives in an apartment may vary.

For our daughter, the best option was to give her $50 a month in Owl bucks. She could use the Owl bucks at any dining location on campus as well as the Book Store and Outtakes stores on campus. We also decided to give her an additional $150 a month for other expenses. If our daughter chooses to use her allowance up on pedicures and sushi, then peanut butter and jelly can help to balance her budget. The point here is that we are not looking for our daughter to suffer (I assure you she has never endured any sort of agonizing hardship), but rather to learn to budget her money. It is our goal for her to gain some independence by not having to ask us for additional funds. There was an adjustment period, but after her first semester, it was not an issue.

Mention to your student to take a look around campus for free activities. There are over 400 Student Organizations on campus. Getting involved in one or more almost guarantees things to do and ways to socialize. Often club activities are included in membership or are fairly priced. Many of these clubs even offer nights where they give members free dinners along with the night’s activities.

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Maybe your student has a job while at school and won’t ask you for a thing. Since she paid for most of her extras, I can honestly say it has taught her to really give thought to her purchases. Consider having your students get their own credit cards.  It is a great way for them to start learning how to budget themselves while building their credit for when they are out on their own. Read our credit card recommendations. I have to admit, one of the most challenging experiences I had when my youngest daughter went off to school was telling her to be more budget careful as I watched her come close to spending all of her weekly allowances. I wanted her to be able to go off and have sushi or late-night pizza with all her new friends, but I also knew she would thank me later for teaching her how to budget. After a few weeks, she got the hang of it and I can confidently say she survived off ramen and peanut butter only a handful of times.

The good news is that there are plenty of places around FAU’s campus that make sticking to a budget possible. There are also a few good tricks. For instance, if your students have a meal plan, encourage them to bring back a few snacks from the dining hall for later. Encourage your student to check out promotions and student discounts at some of their favorite restaurants. Many of the local restaurants around Boca Raton offer buy one get one promotion or a few dollars off if your student simply checks in on Facebook. Several restaurants also offer student discounts by presenting a student ID. These discounts can range from 10% off to even a free drink or appetizer. Also, have your student download some of the restaurant and dining apps to take advantage of additional savings. Read about those apps, they can be really helpful.

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Ways To Feel More A Part of the Community.

With an undergraduate enrollment of over 25,000 spanning across the Boca Raton Campus, FAU can feel huge. The large size of the campus means students should find a place where they feel at home. Some students will choose to rush a sorority or fraternity but others will not find Greek life their cup of tea. No worries; there are many other possible ways to get involved on campus.

Some of you may believe that your student’s first job is school, and I couldn’t agree more. That said; being involved in some way is rather important too. Firstly, joining a club will help your students build a community. Since they’re leaving their family and sometimes their friends behind, getting involved helps them to discover new friends with similar interests. It only takes a few friends to make a large school feel smaller. Joining clubs or organizations allows students to discover their passions and strengths.  It also helps them to discover what they don’t like, which can be just as important. Clubs and student organizations only enhance a student’s time at FAU.

Academic and personal growth often occurs in places other than inside the classroom. I would love to give you a list of all the different places your student can get involved, but FAU has a wide variety of recognized student organizations on campus covering almost any interest from dance, religion, politics, recreation, research, culture, music, adventure and more.

Below is a list of some popular clubs/organizations.

By far one of the most popular Student Organizations on campus is the Resident Student Organization. Students who live in FAU’s dorms run this organization. While they often create initiatives to make dorm living better, they also plan events to make dorm living fun and enjoyable for the students.

  • Student Government– Perhaps a voice in FAU’s student government is of interest to your student. This is a great way to hone those leadership skills.
  • OwlThon, or Dance Marathon as its commonly known, is wildly popular amongst sororities and fraternities, but truly there are many others who love to get involved. It is a yearlong event of planning and fundraising culminating in a dance marathon. When else would you get the chance to dance for 13.1 hours straight while raising money for the Children’s Miracle Network? It’s pretty awesome.
  • Church groups – There are over 15 religious/spiritual organizations on campus.
  • Hillel– Offers holiday and Shabbat dinners and a whole lot more. This is a great alternative since it can be difficult for kids to get home for holidays. Hillel also holds a variety of events throughout the semester for students to get involved in.
  • Intramural Sports– are a great option. It can be fun and it provides exercise and stress relief. The sports choices change each semester.

It’s not necessarily what they do, but rather that they find their place. Encourage your student to get involved in one or more student organizations. It is too easy to feel lost at a large campus and getting involved will most definitely make the campus seem much smaller. Getting involved will also look good on their resume when they go to apply for internships or a job upon graduating.

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Volunteering Turns Your Compassion into Action https://haveuheard.com/posts-fau/volunteering-turns-your-compassion-into-action/ https://haveuheard.com/posts-fau/volunteering-turns-your-compassion-into-action/#respond Mon, 16 Jul 2018 21:46:49 +0000 http://haveuheard.com/?post_type=posts-fau&p=7198 While volunteering, you might have a life-changing expe [...]

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While volunteering, you might have a life-changing experience.

Volunteering in college gives students the opportunity to give back to the community while doing what they love. It is important to give back to your community for a variety of reasons. Not only will you be helping others, but also students can discover a passion for their future and increase their chance of standing out within a sea of grad school applications.

Why should the graduate program pick you over another person? Graduate schools look for more than just the book smart student. They look for well-rounded students who want to make a difference. Being altruistic is such an important quality to have. Another great quality graduate schools look at is being able to balance your time. If you are able to take rigorous classes, be involved in extracurricular, have a job or internship AND volunteer, they know that you will be able to handle their program. (Is this sounding like your application to get into undergrad?)

While volunteering, you might have a life-changing experience. If you have some idea of what you want to do in the future, it may be a good idea to volunteer in that field. If you are interested in making a difference in the medical field, volunteer at a local hospital. Maybe you are aspiring to be a teacher; a youth center might be the perfect fit for you. Students who are undecided should not be deterred; volunteering is a great way to find your passion.  There are so many options to make a difference and have the experiences impact your life.

But you may ask, how do I find these experiences? FAU has incredible resources to help find volunteer opportunities. Check out FAU’s Wepner Center for LEAD & Service-learning. You find information on several volunteer opportunities on and off campus including Elite Owls and Owl Breaks. The Wepner Center for LEAD & Service learning also presents a Volunteer Fair each fall. The Volunteer Fair features 25 local community agencies looking for volunteers.

Other Volunteer Opportunities include:

Volunteer for OwlThon

Alzheimer’s Association of Southeast Florida

American Heart Association

American Cancer Society

Boca Raton Regional Hospital

Deaf Service Center of Palm Beach County

Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Quantum House

Big Brother Big Sisters of America

The Homeless Coalition of Palm Beach County

Boca’s Helping Hands

Feeding South Florida

Habitat for Humanity

Tri-County Animal Rescue

Major-specific volunteer opportunities can be found here.

Interested in helping to aid the local environment? 4Ocean is a group started by FAU alumni that sponsors beach cleanups around the world in an attempt to improve to the condition of the Oceans.  4Ocean’s headquarters is in Boca Raton where they often hold beach cleanups. For more information, click here.

Another option students who are majoring specifically in medical, engineering and Physical Science may find volunteering opportunities through is research. This is often a great option because research and volunteering are often two large portions of an application that a student can complete at the same time. To find research positions, click here.

If you have a passion for art, consider volunteering at the Boca Raton Museum of Art.

Political science majors also have several opportunities to get involved in Florida and Boca Raton Politics. Click here to learn more.

For the history buff, Boca Raton and the surrounding cities are a part of Florida’s rich and deep history. One of its most famous residents, Henry Flagler, had a winter estate that has become a museum.  Click here for more information.  The Historical Society of Palm Beach is also filled with volunteer opportunities.

And, some students will participate in FAU’s Owls Break program, which can be international, or within the country. These trips provide a great opportunity to give back to communities in need while having some fun. These trips are available in the fall, during Thanksgiving and winter break. They are also available during spring and summer break. Check it out here.

There are so many opportunities to volunteer in and around FAU.

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Find Your Perfect Major.

Considering that Florida Atlantic University offers a multitude of degrees; how is one to choose? Most students begin college with some idea of what they want to study, but it is not uncommon for them to change majors. My own children changed their major or minor a few times before finding their perfect fit.

Changing and choosing a major isn’t always easy. There are several ways you can support your student as they are trying to decide or consider changing a major. One of the main reasons students reconsider or hesitate to declare a major is because they do not understand the career options associated with it. Encourage your students to search the undergraduate catalog to see what courses are required in majors that are interesting to them. They should also meet with an academic advisor and visit the Career Center. The career center is a great resource for students to discover what job options go along with each major and what the demand is for those jobs.

Students at FAU are encouraged to choose a major upon admission, but there is also an option to choose Undeclared or Exploratory as a major, which allows students to take a variety of classes and declare during sophomore year. Make the most of any interests and skills while taking all those required general education courses and use that time to uncover avenues that may lead to a new study and career choices.

Should they decide to change their major during their time at FAU, they will need to speak to their Academic Advisor. Students who have completed less than 30 credit hours of coursework are able to change their major right with their academic advisor with the exception of students in specific programs. If a student has more than 30 credit hours and is changing majors to a different college, they must consult an academic advisor at that college. The bottom line, as a student progresses further into their time at FAU, it becomes more difficult to change majors (and graduate on time).

Encourage your student to get involved on campus or in the community. Student organizations, part-time jobs, or volunteer roles are all good ways for students to investigate career options and network with professionals. There are a great many clubs and organizations at FAU where students can get involved.

There are so many classes out there that may change their lives, but they won’t know until they take them. Spending a little time surveying, investigating and exploring can lead to some eye-opening adventures and life-changing discovery. When my daughter began the job hunt, we learned that some degrees may be interchangeable with the job they apply for. Her having internships and holding positions with many different organizations and events at FAU was what ultimately helped her land a job.

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