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Many first year college students are unsure about a specific course of studies
or a possible career, and they might want to explore several options in college.
Saint Vincent College recognizes that high school seniors might not be prepared
to make a definite choice about an academic major and consequently offers the
Undeclared Major for those students who have not yet arrived at a definite
choice concerning their future.
The Undeclared Major is transitional in
nature, but advising and supervision provide the framework found in any
traditional major. On arrival at Saint Vincent, the Undeclared Student will be
assigned an experienced and trained academic advisor from the college faculty
who will assist the student in selecting courses from the Core Curriculum of the
College which fit individual interests and expose the student to various
academic courses and career options. The advisor will continue to monitor the
student's progress, help with future course selection, and ultimately assist the
Undeclared Major, in the selection of a traditional academic major. In order to
complete requirements for the selected major, the student will declare a major
no later than the spring semester of the sophomore year.
In addition to
the academic advisor, Career Services at Saint Vincent College also helps the
Undeclared Major select the right major and career. Career Services administers
a battery of personal inventory tests which assess a student's skills,
interests, and potential. Career Services also sponsors career seminars, assists
in the preparation of resumes, maintains placement files, coordinates
internships and on-campus recruiting, and maintains an up-to-date library of
career resources. Dean Kaylor is the Coordinator for the Undeclared Major.
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