Discovery Day: Minors and Certificates
Thursday, March 4 | 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Hear faculty perspectives on minors and certificates that fit your goals. Join via Zoom by clicking here. Zoom Meeting ID: 924 373 37426
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Study Smarter, Not Harder Series: Note Taking
Tuesday, March 16 | 4:30 - 5:30 PM
Learn effective note-taking methods from LRC tutors who are education and industrial engineering majors. Join via Zoom by clicking here. Zoom Meeting ID: 924 373 37426
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Study Smarter, Not Harder Series: Strategies for Chasing Your Best Self This Year!
Thursday, March 18 | 4:30 - 5:30 PM
How are you doing with living your best life? Check out this workshop with members from the Personal Counseling Center offering ideas to help you capture it. Join via Zoom by clicking here. Zoom Meeting ID: 924 373 37426
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Acing Your Interviews
Tuesday, March 2 | 12:30 - 1:00 PM
How to answer difficult questions, what employers are really looking for, and appropriate social protocol before, during, and after the interview. Join via Zoom by clicking here. Zoom Meeting ID: 914 488 09051
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Free Practice GRE Exam
Saturday, March 6 | 9:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Simulate a real GRE testing environment and get immediate exam results! The test is at your convenience, Saturday, March 6, between 9:00 AM and 11:59 PM. The deadline to register is February 28. Click here to register.
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Study Smarter, Not Harder Series: Time Management
Wednesday, March 17 | 4:30 - 5:30 PM
Gain skills you can use today to keep yourself on track! Join via Zoom by clicking here. Zoom Meeting ID: 924 373 37426
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Professional Communication
Tuesday, March 23 | 12:30 - 1:00 PM
Learn how to manage emails, phone calls, voicemails, and more when speaking with potential employers and network connections. Join via Zoom by clicking here. Zoom Meeting ID: 984 389 41036
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ACADEMIC PLANNING UPDATES |
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ACPC Advising and Career Virtual drop-ins will be Tuesday through Friday 12:00 - 4:00 PM (ET) for the remainder of the semester. Zoom Meeting ID: 814 898 6112
Summer and Fall Scheduling – The Schedule of Courses will be released on March 17, 2021. View your registration date in LionPath and on the Registration Timetable. Enrollment shopping carts open on March 22, 2021. Stay tuned for additional information here.
Major Preferences – Update your major preference in LionPath by following the instructions outlined here (select "View My Major Preferences"). Doing this will not declare your major, but it will will help academic advisers and department personnel better support you when preparing for advising meetings.
Final Exam Schedule – You can view your final exam schedule in the LionPATH Student Center. Please be sure to click the “MORE” link to see all exams. The types of exams you may see include:
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In-person on a specific day and time (1 hour, 50 minutes) with an actual room assignment;
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Remote synchronous on specific day and time (1 hour, 50 minutes) with a room designation of WEBFNL;
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Remote asynchronous on a specific day with a time of 12:00am – 11:59pm (24 hour block). This also has a designation of WEBFNL. Your instructor will be in further contact with you to explain when the final exam will be open for completion within this 24 hour window of time.
The Erie/Behrend final exam schedule is built based on Erie/Behrend courses only. If you are taking a course through another PSU campus location (“multi-campus registration”) or through something called the Digital Learning Cooperative (DLC), you need to review your schedule very carefully to make sure you don’t have a direct conflict (overlap in exam times) or an overload conflict (3 exams in one calendar day or 3 consecutive exam scheduling periods over two days). You will need to work with the instructors directly to resolve a conflict if one exists.
You can request an overload resolution if you qualify. You can apply for an overload resolution using the link provided in LionPATH. If that link is not available to you, please email our office for assistance – REGBD@psu.edu. The deadline to do this is Sunday, March 14, 2021. You will be notified shortly thereafter of the resolution outcome.
The final exam schedule was prepared based on your schedule as of January 26th. If you late added a course or changed sections of a course after this date, you should confirm with the instructor of that course if/when there is a final exam.
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To read the most up to date information on how COVID-19 is impacting the Behrend community, check out this website frequently.
For a full list on how to get help with your academics, please click here.
The Penn State Keep Learning website also has a ton of helpful information. Click here for answers to some commonly asked questions!
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#FindYourFuture - School Events Across Campus |
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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 March's upcoming events (hyperlinked) to learn more about a variety of disciplines! |
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SCHOOL EVENTS ACROSS CAMPUS:
(Co-curricular activities for the Black School of Business are also posted in Behrend Sync under "Black School of Business").
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MAJOR OF THE MONTH: ACCOUNTING, B.S. |
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MAJOR OF THE MONTH: MATHEMATICS, B.S. |
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WHAT IS MATHEMATICS?
The study of mathematics emphasizes careful problem analysis, precision of thought and expression, and the development of mathematical skills needed for work in many other areas. Theoretical mathematicians increase basic knowledge in "pure" fields like abstract algebra, analysis, or topology. Applied mathematicians use tools growing out of calculus, analysis, computing, statistics, and operations research to solve problems in science, industry, government, and other areas.
This major builds a foundation in mathematics with emphasis on the applications of mathematics and to the development of problem-solving skills. The major has four options that share a common core of mathematics courses for the first two years. The options are Applied Mathematics, Business, Computer Science, and Pure Mathematics. They allow students to concentrate on developing mathematical skills suitable either for entry level positions in areas including applied mathematics, actuarial sciences, statistics and computer programming, or for graduate studies in mathematics and related fields. Students, with the assistance of a faculty adviser, should select an option in their sophomore year. In addition, students are strongly encouraged to participate in faculty supervised research.
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YOU MIGHT LIKE THIS PROGRAM IF . . .
- You enjoy solving challenging problems.
- You like to know why and how things work.
- You are interested in multiple academic disciplines.
- You are looking for a foundational major that supports diverse career paths in the sciences, engineering, research, education, and computer science.
- You find irrational numbers to be very rational, and calculate pi for fun.
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WHAT CAN I DO WITH THIS MAJOR?
A degree in mathematics can lead to careers in fields as varied as actuarial planning, computer systems design, software engineering, information systems, mathematical biology, mathematics education, operations research, programming management, quality control analysis, system analysis, data analysis, financial analysis, national security and defense, and technical writing. The demand for mathematicians is projected to be strong because of a shortage of science teachers and a growing need for specialists in actuarial mathematics, computer network efficiency, and data analysis. For students interested in both mathematics and teaching, Penn State Behrend also offers a B.S. in Secondary Education in Mathematics.
You can tailor your math degree to your career goals by pursuing one of four options. Applied Mathematics emphasizes numerical analysis, modeling, and problem solving. Pure Mathematics is excellent preparation for graduate school. The Business Option includes additional coursework in statistics, management information systems, economics, and finance. The Computer Science Option emphasizes programming, algorithms, and numerical methods. 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.
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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.
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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
Thank you,
The DUS Advisers
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