Resources for Undeclared Students
At Western State College there are several programs and services that can assist you in selecting a major. Just like a road map can help you get where you need to go, there are tools that can help point you in the best direction to a major that is right for you. Take some time to look through this page, it will help you start thinking about what is involved in choosing a major. Also, think about planning your time at college.
- Information sheet for majors and minors at Western
- We provide a comprehensive list of majors.
- Choosing a Major or Career
Gathering information about potential majors can help you understand if you have an interest in that area and what possible careers are available to you. The Student Services Center has a variety of handouts and reference books containing information about majors.
- Myths about Selecting a Major this page is designed to help you clarify the difference between selecting a major and a career.
- Tips for Selecting a Major is a page that will give you some strategies for selecting a major.
- Faculty can provide valuable information and insight about their departments.
- Professional Associations are able to send you information about specific careers. (Association names and addresses can be found in the Career Library)
- The General Studies Program is designed to allow you to explore interest areas while taking classes to fulfill graduation requirements.
- The Occupational Outlook Handbook provides a description and prediction of growth for many occupations.
- The College Board Online Career Search lists and describes many occupations with information that includes job outlook, estimated salaries, and any training or education neccesary for various careers.
Getting to Know Yourself
The Student Services Center and Career Services offer a variety of services throughout the academic year including:
- DISCOVER: a web-based program designed to help you learn more about yourself, majors, and career options.
- Myers Briggs Type Indicator: a personality inventory to help you understand your personal work style and preferences.
- True Colors: a personality inventory that will help you identify values and preferences in work and life.
- Keirsey Temperment Sorter: a personality inventory to help you understand your work style and how to relate it to others.
- Values Card Sort: a card sort tool to help you identify and prioritize work values.
- Discovering Your Major Workshops
The following sites can help you become more aware of your interests and strengths:
- Career Link Inventory
- Career Assessments
- True Colors
- Learning Styles Inventory
- The Keirsey Temperment Sorter II
- Career Key
- Test Junkie
- What Color is Your Parachute?