Major Exploration

Ever think about traveling around the world? Learning about different cultures and languages? If you said yes, then studying abroad is for you. Learn about your options at the Study Abroad Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 12 between 11am and 2pm on the University Center Mall. Students can also apply for a passport at the fair!

For more information about the Study Abroad Program please click here.

Schnavia Smith Hatcher, PhD is the Director from the new Center for African American Studies (CAAS). The mission and goals of the center are geared toward community outreach, social justice advocacy and life-enhancing transformations. CAAS will offer a minor degree program in African American studies with an introductory class scheduled for Spring 2013.

The Center for African American Studies is currently located in the Social Work Complex, Building B, Room 115. For more information, Dr. Hatcher can be reached at shatcher@uta.edu.

Want more information about majors at UTA? If your answer is yes, then we have a special treat for you in October. The University College and University Advising Center will host the Maverick Major Fair on the Library Mall on October 10th. College, School and Department representatives will be available to answer questions and provide major information before the rush for spring advising. Booths will have snacks and door prizes, so check the UTA Calendar of Events for more information and add it to your calendar.

Did you know that UTA has a Pre-Law Center?

Located in University Hall, the Pre-Law Center’s advisors are committed to having frank and helpful discussions about the law market, the demands of law school, and students’ academic interests and talents. They advise students in every academic major–not only the traditional “Pre-Law” specializations in history, political science, criminal justice, and philosophy. They have information about careers related to the law that do not involve law school, such as legal research and writing, law enforcement, government service, and employment in public and private agencies. For more information visit www.uta.edu/prelaw.

Choosing a major is an important decision. Every semester the University College offers 45 minute Major Exploration Seminars to provide information on majors and minors at UTA and campus resources available to help you select a major.  This is a perfect opportunity to ask questions and listen to an advisor discuss major selection based on your personality, strengths, abilities and values.

Light refreshments will be available.

All seminars are held in Ransom Hall on either a Tuesday or Friday at noon. For a list of dates and to sign up online click, here.

Welcome to the Major Exploration @ UT Arlington blog!

Being “undeclared” is not as uncommon as you might think.  Did you know that more than 30% of incoming students are “Undeclared”?

We’ll be posting a variety of helpful information and resources for those of you that may be wandering around looking for a major at UTA, so check back often to learn more.