MYTHS ABOUT MAJORS AND CAREERS

It is not unusual for students to feel pressured to reach a decision before they are even aware of potential majors and job opportunities.

Choosing a Major/Career can be a meaningful decision so... DON'T RUSH IT!! Choosing a major should be an informed decision based on facts not myths.

 

MYTH #1 - WHEN YOU SELECT A MAJOR, YOU SELECT A CAREER

MYTH #2 - A LIBERAL ARTS MAJOR IS NOT READILY EMPLOYABLE

MYTH #3 - CHOOSING ONE MAJOR MEANS YOU HAVE TO GIVE UP ALL THE OTHERS

MYTH #4 - ONCE YOU CHOOSE A MAJOR YOU ARE STUCK WITH IT

MYTH #5 - SELECTING A MAJOR DETERMINES YOUR LIFELONG CAREER

MYTH #6 - THE BEST WAY TO CHOOSE YOUR MAJOR IS TO TAKE A VARIETY OF COURSES

 

Essentially, in choosing a major/career, a variety of factors need consideration, including values, personality, intrests, and skills as well as knowledge about career fields and opportunities. Call or email me to talk about what is true and what is false when it comes to your major/career choices.

 

Contact: Margaret Ferguson
936-294-4628
mxf001@shsu.edu

 

 

 

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