Some of you guys had some questions that did not get answered. I'll try to answer a few---
1. What tips could you give someone who is having trouble deciding on a major?
**I think that happiness is a facet of one's career that many push aside. When you think about your future, try not to think about how much money you will make, think about how happy you would be in that field. If you are happy in what you do, the money will come on its own. So pick a major, based on classes that you truly enjoy.
2. Did you ever have any second thoughts about your chosen major and, if so, how did you overcome them? When is it too late to change a major?
**Yes, I started out by having Chemistry be the major I had in mind--minoring in psychology---but I found Neuroscience to be a good mixture of psychology and chemistry.
3. How important is it for me to be thinking about a minor?
**It is not crucial to make a definite choice about your minor. But again, try to pick something interesting or unusual. Allegheny prides unusual combinations--so be adventurous.
4. Is there enough time to experience enough classes to find out what you would really like to do?
**Yes there is enough time. Many people rush into deciding, which is not good. Take your time and don't stress out. It is my junior year and I am still not 100% what I would like to do. Start out broad and as you progress through Allegheny narrow it down. I always knew I wanted to go into the health field, and I am starting to narrow it down to the administrative side of pharmaceuticals.
5. For our second semester, what kinds of activities would you recommend for us to get involved in?
**Greek Life, IM sports, random clubs, volunteer work
6. Have any of you done research? Was it through ACCEL or with faculty?
**Yes, with Professor Knupsky. I did this over the summer and had a great experience. It is a great way to enhance your researching skills and go into something that you are specifically interested in.
7. What do you plan on pursuing directly after graduation? (grad school, workforce, etc.)
**Either dental school or grad school--I am still not 100%