2. Mapping your past Map out your past involvement (5 minutes) Extracurricular Involvement Academics Work
3. An Example Soccer JV 9-10 Varsity 11-12 NHS President 11-12 Art 9-12 Dance 9-12 Skiing 9-12 Liberal Arts College: Major in Political Science, French, or History
4. Analyzing your past What do you plan to continue with in college? What will you end up giving up? Why do you plan to stick with some things and give others up? What was it about the things you want to continue with that made them a priority?
5. Goals and Skills First make a list of skills you wish to obtain by the end of college Make a list of 1-5 goals Long term Short term How do your skills and goals align? Are there any that don’t?
6. Right now! What would you to like to get involved with? (7 minutes) Campus involvement (clubs, organizations, Greek Life, etc) Other campus jobs Outside Miami University employment and involvement Academics Internships
7. What now? Revisit this map and make changes It’s OK if things don’t go “as planned” Be flexible- leave room for plan B Always look for new opportunities and challenges
8. Visit the Office of Student Activities and Leadership on Shriver 3rd floor Talk to your peers about their experiences Speak with faculty about the best opportunities to boost your career Speak to experts/mentors in your field to see what they suggest Questions about this presentation? Email Katie Stango stangokl@muohio.edu
