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In your first year of college, you’ll spend a lot of time adjusting to a new normal. There are several things you can do now to prepare for life after college!

Academics:

• Enroll in and complete UNV 101

Career Development: 

It’s never too early to think about what comes after you graduate. Begin collecting experiences that will set you apart.

• Activate your Handshake Profile
• Not sure which major to choose? Work with a Pre-Major Advisor

ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉúhip Development:

Get involved in student organizations, or student employment opportunities that expand your exposure and experience.

• Explore the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉúhip Co-Curricular Certificate Program
•  is your one-stop resource for community service and volunteer opportunities
• Join the Regional Orientation Coordinators and ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú (ROC/ROL) organization; paid staff positions may be available for Winter and Summer Orientation
• Apply for Student Employment on Campus

Now that you're a sophomore, this means you have earned at least 30 credit hours; here are some suggestions for making the most of your time at ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú University Regionals.

Academics:

During your sophomore year, you will:

• Begin your major courses and use ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Plan courses to focus on your interests and academic strengths
• Declare, change, or add additional programs of study, such as your major, minor or thematic sequence
• Begin to think about study abroad programs - Regional students do study abroad and many of them received scholarships

Career Development:

It’s never too early to think about what comes after you graduate. Begin collecting experiences that will set you apart.

• Have your resume reviewed by career services
• Build your Handshake profile
• Apply for internships
• Start building your network
• Enroll in EDL100: Career Development and the College Student 

Undergraduate Research/Faculty Connections:

• Get to know your faculty advisor
• Ask your faculty advisor for a list of research opportunities in your major
• Identify your interests and contact faculty members with similar research interests

ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉúhip Development:

Get involved in student organizations or student employment opportunities that expand your exposure and experience.

• Explore the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉúhip Co-Curricular Certificate Program
•  is your one-stop resource for community service and volunteer opportunities
• Join the Regional Orientation Coordinators and ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú (ROC/ROL) organization; paid staff positions may be available for Winter and Summer Orientation
• Become a Tutor or Peer Educator with the Tutoring and Learning Center
• Apply for Student Employment on Campus

Now that you are a Junior, which means you’ve earned 62-92 credit hours, here are some suggestions for making the most of your time at ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú University Regionals.

Academics:

You’re well on your way to graduation; what comes next?

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  • Research graduate or professional schools
  • GRE/LSAT/MCAT
  • Supplement your coursework with courses that will strengthen your application
• Declare your  or Thematic Sequence
• Did you complete an ? Talk to your academic advisor to find out
• Juniors will have an earlier Time Ticket; make sure you register for your classes when it opens

Career Development:

• Update your resume
• Join LinkedIn
• Get serious about landing an Internship
• Participate in the Career Fair
• Continue building your network

Faculty Connections:

• Discuss letters of recommendation with your faculty advisor
• Are you planning on graduate school? Discuss programs and opportunities with your faculty advisor

ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉúhip Development:

There is still plenty of time to get involved in student organizations or student employment opportunities that can expand your exposure and experience.

• Explore the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉúhip Co-Curricular Certificate Program
•  is your one-stop resource for community service and volunteer opportunities
• Join the Regional Orientation Coordinators and ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú (ROC/ROL) organization; paid staff positions may be available for Winter and Summer Orientation
• Become a Tutor or Peer Educator with the Tutoring and Learning Center
• Apply for Student Employment on Campus

When you earn 93+ credit hours you are a Senior - congratulations! Here are some suggestions for making the most of your senior year at ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú University Regionals.

Academics:

• Apply for Graduation
•  - complete your capstone once you’ve earned at least 93 credits

Career Development:

• Meet with a ; they can assist in many ways, including:
  • Major and career exploration
  • Industry research
  • Internship and job search strategies
  • Grad school planning and preparation
  • Resume and cover letter reviews
  • Interview skills and mock interviews
  • Internship and job offer negotiation
• Prepare for and attend all of campus Career Fairs
• Online job/internship database ()

Faculty Connections:

• Solidify your faculty recommendations
• Talk to your faculty advisors about networking opportunities

ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉúhip Development:

It’s not too late to get involved in student organizations or student employment opportunities that will expand your exposure and experience.

• Explore the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉúhip Co-Curricular Certificate Program
•  is your one-stop resource for community service and volunteer opportunities
• Join the Regional Orientation Coordinators and ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú (ROC/ROL) organization; paid staff positions may be available for Winter and Summer Orientation
• Become a Tutor or Peer Educator with the Tutoring and Learning Center
• Apply for Student Employment on Campus