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Academic Major Exploratory Advising

Don’t know what to major in? Struggling between a few choices? Undecided on where to begin?

Discovering what’s wildly possible begins at the Stuckert Career Center. UK’s Major Exploratory Associates housed in the Stuckert Career Center can provide an overview of all your options at UK and assist you in finding a major that provides you with a life of meaning and purpose. Or maybe you are considering a minor/certificate or adding a second major; our team has a wealth of knowledge of all of UK’s undergraduate programs.

Discover a major that fits you, plan your courses, or explore a career shift. No matter where you are in the process, or if you just don’t know where to begin, our team is here to help! Schedule an appointment online, drop-in at the center, or call for an appointment.

Hours of Operation

Monday – Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Location
Stuckert Career Center
408 Rose St., Lexington, KY 40506
Virtual and In-person

Academic Major/Minor Exploration

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Assisting students in the areas of academic support, student development, tutoring, mentoring, and social enrichment programming
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Drop-In Discussion

Drop-in discussions are designed as brief (15 minutes or less) sessions to provide guidance in exploring careers, answer question about which major to choose or help connect to experts in the field.

* NO APPOINTMENT REQUIRED*

If further discussion or assistance needed, students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with an advisor to ensure they receive comprehensive support.

 

Hours of Operation

Tuesday-Thursday 1:00 - 3:00pm

Location
Stuckert Career Center
408 Rose St., Lexington, KY 40506

Drop-In options can include:

  1. Professional Documentation Review: Get feedback on your resume, CV, cover letter, or thank-you notes.
  2. ​​​​​​Career Exploration: Discuss different career paths and goals.
  3. Academic Major/Minor: Discuss your major or minor and the possibility of changing your major. 
  4. Job/Internship Search: Get help with finding opportunities and developing a search strategy.
  5. Pre-Graduate/Professional School Advising: Get guidance on further education.
  6. Interview Prep: Discuss preparing for job interviews effectively.

When you arrive at the Career Center:

  • Check-in at the front desk - our front desk student assistant will request your Link Blue ID for check-in purposes. 
  • You will then be directed to our library to meet with one of our career center staff to begin the discussion. 

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Stuckert Career Center

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Student Success Area
Unit/Program Description
Providing opportunities for career discovery and achievement for all students through programs, resources, and services designed to support personal and professional development