- Students can explore the possibilities with Future Quest
Valparaiso University students will have the opportunity to explore their academic and career options during the first annual Future Quest: Discover New Directions, on Monday, Jan. 31. Future Quest is designed to be much like the Majors Fair of past years, but with a much broader scope.
“The Majors Fair was limited to representatives from the College of Arts and Sciences Departments, while the new Future Quest will involve all of the colleges at Valparaiso University,” explains Nancy Scannell, assistant dean, College of Arts and Sciences.
The event is designed to address student questions such as:
- What can I do with my major once I graduate?
- Where are other people with my major working?
- What does it take to get into graduate school?
- What are my transferrable skills?
- How can I obtain an internship?
- How can I better map out my future?
College representatives, Career Center counselors and Academic Success Center representatives will be on hand to discuss majors, minors, coursework requirements, and career opportunities.
“Students can speak with representatives from all over the University about programs designed for education, personal growth and exploration,” Scannell said. “Students with declared majors will also benefit by exploring possible minors, study abroad, civic engagement and the Urban Studies Program in Chicago.”
Students are encouraged to bring any questions they may have about their college or career path. Information and literature about a diverse range of academic studies and professions will also be available to students.
Future Quest is from 7 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 31 in the Harre Union Ballrooms A and B. The event is free and open to all students.
“Simple conversations have changed lives, and Future Quest will provide opportunities for new ways of thinking,” Scannell says. “Come discover new directions!”
For more information about Future Quest 2011, call Valparaiso’s Career Center at (219) 464-5005 or visit www.valpo.edu/career.
