Questions they might ask:
- Is this the best major for me?
- How do I plan a meaningful and marketable education?
- How can I develop my work related skills?
Consider this:
Your son or daughter may want to declare his or her major at this time. By meeting with advisors
Recommendations for parents:
- Suggest that they talk with a career professional and take career inventories to help confirm their choice of major.
- Ask them to explore ways to gain on-target work experience through internships, part-time, and volunteer work.
- Help them choose electives that will give them additional desirable skills.
- Persuade them to participate in resume writing and interviewing activities through the career services center while beginning to develop a resume.
- During summer vacation, encourage them to get a job with opportunities to gain work experience and improve interpersonal communication skills.
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