What
is University 1020?
It is a one-credit hour career class developed by faculty in the University Counseling and Testing Center. The class is also coordinated by faculty.
What
will you learn in University 1020? You will learn to:
> Enhance your career decision making skills
> Identify your values, self-concept, skills and personal strengths
> Develop your interviewing skills
> Create a resume and cover letter
> Recognize career myths used to eliminate career options
> Utilize internet career search resources
What will you do in University 1020? You will do the following:
> Research careers and evaluate career options
> Take a career test
> Complete an online skills assessment
> Register with BRONCOJOBS
> Interview professionals in different career fields
> Develop an action plan to help achieve your career goals
What are some special features of the course? Some features include:
> Small class size (12-18 students)
> Career assessment (Career Guidance Inventory)
> Technology based (WebCT Vista)
> Guest speakers
> use of the Nicolette Career Resource Center
Who
would benefit most from University 1020? Students who are:
1) Struggling with decisions related to academic or career choices and need more
processing time
2) Confused about various opportunities in different career fields and
3) Unsure of how or where to find information about careers and want more time to explore, will benefit most from University 1020.
How
can you register for University 1020?
The class is offered during the fall and spring semesters.
University 1020 is listed under the University Curriculum section in the fall and spring schedule. To register, log onto GoWMU.
This is a 1 credit hour class requiring the appropriate tuition payment as well as a minimal course fee of $20.