So You’re a Sophomore…

You’ve gotten the hang of college life, but there is still a lot left to do!

• Review your Academic Requirements Report each semester. (Don’t know how?)
• Begin taking 200- and 300-level Sociology courses: Take SOCIOL 212 and 213 ASAP!
• Finish up your GenEds—don’t be trapped by lower-level requirements as an upperclassman. If you haven’t already gotten your R1 done, take the exemption exam.
• In fact, visit the International Programs Office to plan for a semester away during your junior year.
• Focus your academic curriculum with a Minor or Certificate: Sociology offers certificates in Criminology and Criminal Justice System, Population Studies, Social Research Analysis and Social Welfare/Social Work.
• If you have a GPA of 3.4 or higher, consider applying for the Sociology Departmental Honors Program.
• Continue meeting with your professors; identify at least one or two that you’d like to get to know well or who is doing research in a field of interest.
• Step up your involvement in student groups or clubs—consider taking on a leadership role at some point.
• Research possible internships that relate to an interest you have. (It doesn’t need to be connected to your major.)
• Apply for SCHOLARSHIPS!
• Get a resume together with First Year and Sophomore Resume Tips!
• Make sure you’ve liked us on Facebook!!
• Don’t forget to check in at the Sociology Advising Office to choose classes for Fall of your Junior Year or to discuss possible summer coursework.
• Join your classmates and professors at the end of the year Sociology Awards Ceremony!