If you are still deciding, UMKC has an exciting new program for you . It is the General Studies Program for Deciding Students and will take a proactive approach to seeking out students who want to explore academic and career connections. Academic advisors, career counselors and student peer professionals will be available to help students select majors and shape future career goals. This program will:

• Help you come to a decision about a major and career. This will be accomplished through counseling with professional staff or computer assisted programs that will help you evaluate skills, interests, values, and personality traits;
• Provide individual academic advising so you are taking classes that will count toward a degree, regardless of what career you eventually choose.
• Offer small group workshops on decision making and career goals as well as others on resume writing  and interview skill;
• Utilize student peer professionals who are trained to offer advice on courses and jobs;
• Coordinate part-time and full-time internships and employment opportunities which will demonstrate how your major will prepare you for a particular job;

We believe that this positive outreach program will help you in a number of ways. Not only will you develop a better understanding about your interests, ambitions, and values, you will come to understand the requirements and conditions of career success. And you will know that you are on the right track with courses so you won't lose time and credit.

We are looking forward to working with you in the coming years to make your experience at UMKC one that you will not just enjoy but one that will also provide you with the knowledge and skills for a rewarding life beyond college.

04/15/08