제 24 호 Designing Futures : at Major Exploration Fair
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Designing Futures : at Major Exploration Fair
By Sol-Mi Lim, Cub-reporter
At our university, students are required to choose from multiple majors, secondary majors, and advanced majors in order to graduate. This presents a valuable opportunity to explore different fields before making a decision and to engage in meaningful conversations with professors in those disciplines. Although this event is held annually, many students remain unaware of it or do not take full advantage of the opportunity. Why not seize this chance to participate and discover what each major has to offer?
Experience Various Majors
The Major Exploration Fair, held this October at Sangmyung University’s Seoul and Cheonan campuses, aimed to support students interested in specialized or multi-major tracks by enhancing adaptability and retention rates. The event welcomed prospective freshmen, parents, and entrance exam guidance teachers, providing them with campus tours and detailed explanations about the entrance process. By gathering feedback from attendees, the fair also sought to better understand the demand for information on university programs and admission criteria, allowing the university to better meet prospective students' needs.
Program Introduction
The fair offered valuable opportunities for prospective students, freshmen, and seniors alike. Each major’s booth provided consultations led by professors and current students, while QR codes at each booth allowed attendees to access information, confirm their participation, and receive souvenirs. In the integrated major promotion zone, each department’s materials were displayed on banners, and major introduction videos played on large screens. Attendees could also receive career counseling from professional advisors, including guidance on career paths after graduation. At the government-supported education business booth, visitors could learn about various major systems, including curricula for interdisciplinary programs.
Interview with Participants
1. Hello, thank you so much for taking the time to speak with me today. To start, could you please introduce yourself?
Nice to meet you. I'm Yu-min, a freshman majoring in intellectual property.
2. I heard that you participated in the 2024 Major Exploration Fair. Why did you participate?
I decided to participate because I’m considering a double major and wanted some guidance. As a freshman, there was still a lot I didn’t know, but this opportunity allowed me to reconsider the major I'm studying in my department. By consulting on the curriculum of the department I’m interested in, I was able to receive valuable support in defining my career path.
3. Would you be interested in participating again?
Of course. I would recommend it to others. For freshmen, it’s a great opportunity to think about and plan how to spend the remaining semesters. Even for upperclassmen, the advantage is being able to ask professors directly, which helps in setting more specific goals.
4. Lastly, what areas do you think could be improved?
Attractive promotions that can grab students' attention are necessary. Since there are often high-ranking individuals, like professors, present during visits, I think it would be helpful to have more students available who can create a friendly and approachable environment, making it easier for others to ask questions.
To graduate, students must choose from multiple majors, minors, or advanced majors. If you are unsure about which path to take, why not gain insights from your seniors' experiences and professors' recommendations at the Major Exploration Fair? This large-scale event is held annually, and anyone can participate by registering on the same day, without the need for prior registration. The fair offers a wealth of information to help guide your decision-making process!
