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Welcome to the Major/Minor Expo Faculty Resource Page!
As you may recall from last year, the goal of this event is to enable students to explore majors and minors available to them at SJU in a comprehensive forum. All students are welcome; however, the emphasis is placed on students who are exploring majors as well as those who are interested in learning about minor options. Approximately 30% of the freshman class and 15% of the sophomore class are undeclared with regard to major. We believe that this type of event is an excellent opportunity for students to explore their options at SJU and begin making connections with faculty and fellow students in their area of interest.
We were thrilled with the faculty and student response to last year’s event. Based on feedback we received, we have incorporated some changes for this year’s Expo:
- The year’s Expo will be held in the Gray Café in Campion. This larger venue will better accommodate the needs of the Expo and allow for more substantive interaction among faculty, students, and alumni.
- Enhancements to the Expo Website will allow faculty to register for the event online. It will also feature Expo information and resources to help students prepare for the Expo.
- We are implementing new ideas that are intended to increase student awareness and participation, particularly among our intended audience.
You may register for the Expo through the Major/Minor Expo Website by clicking here. If we can do anything to aid in your preparation for the Expo, please indicate so on the registration form. We hope that this event will be an effective recruitment tool for majors, minors, and student academic organizations. You will be able to meet a critical mass of students who are interested in learning about your program.
Check back for more information about Major/Minor Expo 2009!
We will provide:
- A table, tablecloth, and chairs
- A copy of the most recent post-graduation survey results from the Career Development Center for all majors
- Help to your department in preparing resources and setting up on the day of the event
Things you can bring with you
A checklist of suggested items to have available for students is included in this packet. We also have included samples of possible handouts. If you need help preparing these materials, please let us know at majorexpo@sju.edu.
If your program is interested in participating, please register by Friday February 1, 2008. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us by email at majorexpo@sju.edu or by phone at 610.660.3420. Thank you very much for your support and help with this important event!
The Major & Minor Expo Committee
Nancy Fox, Associate Dean, CAS
Patrick O'Brien, Associate Dean, HSB
Maria Beazley, HSB Advising Center
Matthew Brink, Career Development Center
Kristen Wilson, Career Development Center
Kim Allen-Stuck, Office of Student Success
Christina Moran, Graduate Assistant - HSB Advising Center
Daniel McDevitt, Graduate Assistant, HSB Advising Center
Register for Major/Minor Expo:
Registration Form
Checklist for What to Bring to the Major/Minor Expo:
Checklist
Typical Questions You May be Asked by Students:
List of Questions
Resources and Career Path by Major:
Students are provided with the following resources for researching majors, course requirements, electives and specialized advising. Additionally, information summarizing the primary activity during the year directly after graduation is provided. This information is organized by major and is accessible by clicking on the "Career Path by Major" link. To view the full Post Graduation Reports from 2002 - 2006, from which the data below were taken, please click here.