Hosted by University Studies (UST)
Monday, September 22nd- Friday, September 26th
The goal of the Major/Minor Exploration Week is to expose all undergraduate students to the wide range of majors, minors and certificates that are offered at the University of Delaware. During the week, each day will focus on a different UST Interest Areas to make it easier for students to explore options across the different colleges with similar focus. To learn more about the UST Interest Areas please visit our website: https://ust.udel.edu/interest-areas/
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The breakdown of the week is:
| Day | Interest Area |
| Monday, September 22nd | Arts and Humanities Education |
| Tuesday, September 23rd | Physical and Applied Sciences Environmental Studies |
| Wednesday, September 24th | Life and Health Sciences |
| Thursday, September 25th | Business |
| Friday, September 26th | Social Sciences |
Have you check out the Stellic Planner yet?
You can use the Stellic Planner to plan your courses for your remaining time at UD! You can “what-if” potential majors or minors to view the degree requirements and plan out when you are going to take the needed courses. Want more info? Stellic Planner details available here, including a short video!
Attended an event? Let us know how it went!
After attending the different Major/Minor Exploration Week events, please complete this survey to let us know how it went. For each completed survey, you will be entered into a raffle for a gift card! https://forms.gle/T1ECY1PYfNTMe7mU9
EVENTS:
Events will continuously be added as shared by departments. Please keep checking back for more information
Monday, September 22nd:
| Explore the Department of Fashion and Apparel Studies | Tour and meet the FASH Director of Undergraduate Studies. Visit our classrooms, studios and labs. Learn about our majors, minors, 4+1 program, study abroad opportunities and much more! To RSVP or if you need a different time, please contact: Cissy Kelly kellycj@udel.edu |
When: 9:00am Where: 211 Alison Hall West |
| Art History Open House | Join Art History faculty and majors during our Open House in Old College Hall, and learn about our department, programs, career options, and other opportunities! |
When: 10am-12pm Where: Old College Hall, Room 212 |
| Major Choices Workshop |
“Exploring Majors, Discovering Paths” |
When: 3:00pm-4pm Where: Zoom |
| What do English Majors do? | Chat with students & faculty to find out! |
When: 4:15pm-5:15pm Where: Zoom |
| Theatre and Dance an Open House | Join the Theatre and Dance faculty for an Open House at Hartshorn Hall! Discover our department, explore majors and minors, learn about performance opportunities, and more! |
When: 5:30pm -6:30pm Where: Hartshorn Hall and Zoom |
| UST Drop-in hours | UST advisors are available to talk with you about either exploring majors, minors and certificate programs, changing majors and adding minors |
When: 9:30am-12pm & When: 1pm-3:30pm |
Tuesday, September 23rd:
| College of Earth, Ocean and Environment Meet and Greet | The College of Earth, Ocean, and Environment will host an Open House event where students can learn more about academic programs in the college, ask questions, and have an audit reviewed by staff and faculty advisors. Learn about your majors, minors and certificate options! |
When: 11am-2pm Where: Robinson Hall 101 |
| Get the Scoop on CANR Majors | Students are welcome to stop by, learn about the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and their majors, and get an ice cream coupon! |
When: 2:30pm-4:30pm Where: UDairy Creamery Cafe on Main St (inside the bookstore) |
| UST Drop-in hours | UST advisors are available to talk with you about either exploring majors, minors and certificate programs, changing majors and adding minors |
When: 9:30am-12pm & When: 1pm-3:30pm |
Wednesday, September 24th:
| Find your fit with the College of Health Sciences! | Find your fit with the College of Health Sciences. Visit us in Perkins to learn about the right major for you! |
When: 12pm-2pm Where: Perkins Student Center |
| Major & Minor Exploration for Pre-Health | Are you interested in a health professional graduate program and unsure how to seek a major that complements and supports your goals? Drop by our informational table to learn about programs in the Center for Health Profession Studies and seeking academic programs at UD with your Pre-Health plans in mind. |
When: 2pm-4pm Where: Perkins Concourse |
| Come Pick Our Brains: Major Exploration Snack & Chat | Come pick the brains of current Psychology and Neuroscience majors to chat about their experiences in the department and the many ways that our majors can prepare them for a variety of career paths. Drop in and listen or ask questions to help you decide if Psychology or Neuroscience is the right major/minor for you! Grab brain stickers, donuts, cookies, and other snacks while you chat! |
When: 5:30pm-7pm Where: Building X, 3rd floor |
| Everything You Wanted to Know About Engineering and Computer Science But Were Afraid To Ask | What options are there for you for Engineering and Computer Science majors, Minors, Concentrations and Certificates? If you want to know, this session is for you! We will answer all (or most) of your questions. |
When: 7pm-8pm Where: Zoom |
| UST Drop-in hours | UST advisors are available to talk with you about either exploring majors, minors and certificate programs, changing majors and adding minors |
When: 9:30am-12pm & When: 1pm-3:30pm |
Thursday, September 25th:
| Popcorn, Pretzels, and Pathways (Oh my!) | Stop by the Career Center to discover how your interests, values, and personality relate to major choices and career goals. Bring a laptop or mobile device to access the PathwayU assessment and join us for salty snacks! |
When: 2pm-4pm Where: The Career Center- 401 Academy St. |
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| Lerner Major Discovery Sessions |
This event is for any current UD student interested in one of the 17 business majors at Lerner. Details of these majors will be covered as well as the requirements for declaring. You can also speak to current students and faculty about what it’s like to be a Lerner student. RSVP here |
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| UST Drop-in hours | UST advisors are available to talk with you about either exploring majors, minors and certificate programs, changing majors and adding minors |
When: 9:30am-12pm & When: 1pm-3:30pm |
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Friday, September 26th:
| Information session on Human Services and Human Relations Administration | Are you interested in helping others? Join this session to learn more about two majors in the department of Human Development and Family Sciences that can help you meet your future career goals. |
When: 10am-11am Where: Zoom |
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Explore the department’s 3 Majors and 4 Minors and talk about your options with the Director of Undergraduate Studies |
When: 10am-12pm Where: Smith Hall room 348 |
| Hear from students and faculty about economics at UD. Activities and prizes, all in the interest of learning about economics! There will be plenty of time to ask questions, and guidance to explore if econ is a major (or minor) for you! |
When: 3pm-4pm Where: Purnell Hall room 118 |
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The Biden School of Public Policy and Administration
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Do you want to create positive change through effective dialogue, ethical decision-making, and innovative problem-solving. Whether you’re passionate about environmental sustainability, community development, or public service broadly? Learn more about the Majors and Minors available in The Biden School of Public Policy. |
When: 3pm-4pm Where: 44 Kent Way, Lower Level |
| A Wrap-Up to Major Minor Exploration Week – What’s Next After Exploration Week | Major/Minor Exploration Week was just the beginning! This interactive wrap-up session will help you reflect on what you discovered, connect your interests, values, and goals with UD’s wide range of resources, and build a clear action plan for what comes next. Together, we’ll share strategies for decision-making, highlight supports for your academic, career, and personal growth, and leave you with the tools and confidence to continue exploring your path forward. |
When: 3:30pm-4:30pm Where: Zoom |
| UST Drop-in hours | UST advisors are available to talk with you about either exploring majors, minors and certificate programs, changing majors and adding minors |
When: 9:30am-12pm |
