THE DIVISION OF UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES AT BEHREND - MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
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WHAT'S COMING IN OCTOBER?
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Study Strategies
Explore the top study strategies shown to make a difference.
Wednesday, October 16
Reed 112, 4:30 - 5:30 PM
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Nip it in the Bud
With Personal Counseling
Tips for managing stress and test anxiety.
Tuesday, October 22
Reed 112, 4:30 - 5:30 PM
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RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT - PERSONAL COUNSELING
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If you're feeling stressed or having problems, Personal Counseling can help...
Resources include:
Location: Reed Union Building, Room 1
Phone: 814-898-6504
For more information, click
here
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#FindYourFuture - School Events Across Campus
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SCHOOL EVENTS ACROSS CAMPUS:
Attending campus-specific events and participating in volunteer experiences are great ways to connect with faculty, students, and campus partners to gain insight into a major of interest. Check out October's upcoming events below (hyperlinked) to learn more about a variety of disciplines!
(Co-curricular activities for the Black School of Business are also posted in Behrend Sync under "Black School of Business").
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What are some myths about majoring in and working in the fields of Humanities and Social Sciences?
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"The two biggest myths about majoring in and working in the fields of Humanities and Social Sciences involve salaries and career opportunities. The United States Census now surveys people about undergraduate majors and salaries, and statistics show that at mid-career, many majors in the Humanities and Social Sciences average the same or even higher salaries than many majors in Business fields. And majors in Humanities and Social Sciences can often prepare students better for flexible career paths rather than for only one specific career in one specific field. This allows professionals to use obtained skills to explore new kinds of job opportunities if they must or if they choose. For example, in my field of political science, a major can choose among careers in law, government service, public policy, activist politics, teaching, policy research, international relations, criminal justice, or even in business, using analytical, writing, data interpretation, and presentation skills."
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Dr. Robert Speel, Associate Professor of Political Science, School of Humanities and Social Sciences
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MAJOR OF THE MONTH - BIOLOGY, B.S.
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WHAT IS BIOLOGY?
Biology is the scientific study of life: the diversity and organization of organisms, from single-celled bacteria to multi-cellular plants and animals, including humans. These different levels of biological organization range from the molecules and cells that compose an organism, to the interacting organisms that make up an ecosystem. Hands-on experiences, from designing and conducting lab experiments to making field observations using different procedures and instruments play an important role in gaining biological knowledge. Biologists explore ways to cure neurological diseases, conserve coral populations in tropical oceans, discover more efficient ways to use plants for food and bio-energy, develop vaccines for infectious diseases, and investigate many other facets of Biology.
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YOU MIGHT LIKE THIS PROGRAM IF . . .
- You are curious about the natural world, from the smallest of cells to the largest of trees.
- You enjoy theoretical study as well as hands-on laboratory learning.
- You are interested chemistry, physics, and mathematics.
- You can envision yourself in a health care or medical career.
- You are looking for a foundational major that supports diverse career paths in the sciences, engineering, research, education, and health care.
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WHAT CAN I DO WITH THIS MAJOR?
Biology is among the most versatile of college majors and a jumping-off point for careers that can range from astrobiologist to microbiologist to zoologist. Whether you envision a career working with cancer cells or California condors, a Biology degree from Penn State Behrend can make that happen. Penn State Behrend has a comprehensive support system to help you identify and achieve your goals for college and beyond. Meet with your academic adviser often and take advantage of the services offered by the Academic and Career Planning Center beginning in your first semester.
Biologists are everywhere! Penn State Behrend biology graduates include bioforensic identification specialists, orthotists, research biologists, biophysicists, anesthesiologist, dentists, veterinarians, national park rangers, doctors, high school teachers, physician assistants, college professors, lawyers, and even a lead elephant zookeeper!
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NEXT STEPS:
For more information, contact the
School of Science:
1 Prischak
4205 College Drive
Erie, PA 16563
814-898-6105
behrend-science@psu.edu
If you are interested in changing your major, contact your adviser, visit LionPath, and select
Update Your Academics
(tutorial is linked).
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The Division of Undergraduate Studies (DUS) is the academic home for students exploring multiple academic programs before committing to a course of study. Academic advisers in DUS teach students how to:
- Understand the purposes of higher education
- Make connections between personal interests, life goals, and academic opportunities
- Think critically and question common assumptions about majors and careers
- Find educational opportunities such as study abroad programs, research assistantships, leadership activities, and internships
Behrend's DUS advisers are located within the Academic & Career Planning Center (ACPC).
Please call the ACPC (814-898-6164) to speak with an adviser. DUS advisers are available Monday through Friday from 8am until 5pm at Reed 125.
Thank you,
The DUS Advisers
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