C A L I F O R N I A U N I V E R S I T Y O F P E N N S Y LVA N I A
CALU Discover, Explore, Experience, Implement
CAREER ADVANTAGE
A proud member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education.
The mark of a great educational institution is not simply the knowledge it has to oer, but also the skills, confidence and values it instills along the way.
CAREER ADVANTAGE is a four-year plan to add value and assurance to your Cal U degree. It begins before freshman year by helping to gauge your interests, discern your skills and decide on a major that's right for you. It gets you started on a career path that suits your unique talents and aspirations. Career Advantage helps to maximize the four-year experience, allowing you to explore all your career options and find the best fit for you.
BUILDING A CAREER
Freshman Year: DISCOVER
Junior Year: EXPERIENCE
Discover your interests, abilities and work-related values.
Test out careers by gaining hands-on experience.
Start with the FOCUS 2 online interactive career exploration system to identify interests, strengths and needs. Then register for our one-credit Career Planning course, and meet your career adviser to begin a personalized Career Advantage plan.
Get serious. Cal U helps you find internships, co-ops, career-related summer jobs and volunteer work that give you experience and expand your horizons. Our Mock Networking Reception and Etiquette Dinner builds confidence. And our resume and search features prepare you to attend on- and off-campus job and career fairs, and participate in on-campus interviews and information sessions.
Attend Cal U’s Student Organization Fair. Learn about campus clubs and organizations, meet new people, and discover talents that could lead to a career choice. And make sure to sign up for the Cal U Activities Transcript – an official record of your extracurricular activities that’s a real career advantage in itself.
FOR A LIFETIME Sophomore Year: EXPLORE
Senior Year: IMPLEMENT
Learn more about careers that interest you.
Learn how to pursue your career goals.
Job shadowing is a perfect way to explore a career. The Career and Professional Development Center can match you with professionals who are willing to share their experiences and advice.
Put it all in motion. Senior year is the time to fine-tune resumes, cover letters and portfolios. Sharpen your job search strategies, utilize the Hire CALYOU website to research potential employers, and hone your skills through mock interviews.
It’s also time to enroll in the one-credit Career Readiness course, where you conduct informational interviews, develop a resume and learn job search strategies. And try a “co-op” (cooperative education), a paid, career-related experience that can be completed as early as the summer after your freshman year.
Cal U helps you network with family, friends, alumni and others and prepares you to begin a career or pursue a graduate degree.
1
www.calu.edu
2
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
YOU
SHOULD KNOW Ask questions early, and we’ll help you find the answers.
$
h o Cal U rage A , but t est sc des, t is different nd the ave a r g — 8a nt stude men is 151 * 2014-2015 tuition Every h s ** 2013-2014 average l U fre for Ca
Gradua develop tes who trans skills su ferrable ch as commu nicatio n, problem -solving , leaders h teamwo ip and rk hav compet itive ad e a vanta in findi ng a job ge . - R
”
honda G if Director, ford C Develop areer and Profe ssional ment Ce nter
Ask yourself... •
Have you decided on a major? If not, we can help you decide. We’ll show you how your interests, skills and values affect your choice of a major and a career.
•
How do you explore career options? We have lots of ways to uncover careers of interest to you.
•
How do you get experience and “test out” the careers that interest you? How do you prepare for these careers? Where do you find jobs? We'll walk you through it, step by step.
•
How do you get ready for a job interview? We'll show you how it's done.
You can begin Career Advantage even before your freshman year.
st: f just $6,820*rdable o C on raduate tuitionrsothe most afftaote. i t i u T nual underg nts, Cal U offe rams in the s og an an nia reside ree pr g With e a d v l e y nns reat a: t record for Pe r baccalau i r a e e y t r i u r plete studen and more. fo C s n io ooks at your coscmhool activitiitees SAT score s s i ml igh .** pos Ad’sm ns tea ass rank, h e com core is 21.5 o i g s a s i r l e adm e av CT s res, c
“
With Cal U’s Career Advantage, you’ll build character as you learn about yourself and your interests. And through planning and exploration, you’ll acquire the tools to build a rewarding career.
www.calu.edu
CAL U CAREER ADVANTAGE CHECKLIST Freshman Year: DISCOVER
Junior Year: EXPERIENCE
Complete the FOCUS 2 online interactive career exploration system
Complete a co-op, internship or service learning experience Meet with your career adviser to talk about your Career Advantage progress
Meet with your career adviser to begin your Career Advantage plan
Attend the Mock Networking Reception and Etiquette Dinner
Take a Career Planning course
Attend career and internship fairs
Log your involvement in OrgSync for the Cal U Activities Transcript Utilize the resources on the Career Center website
Sophomore Year: EXPLORE
Senior Year: IMPLEMENT
Do informational interviews and “job shadow” a professional
Fine-tune your resume, cover letter and portfolio Do a mock interview
Develop a resume and upload it on Cal U’s Hire CALYOU online job board
Meet with your career adviser to develop job search strategies or plan for graduate school
Get involved in student organizations
Participate in on-campus interviews and information sessions
Take the Career Readiness course
Develop a career network using the Cal U Career Network
Explore cooperative education (co-op)
Attend job fairs and networking events
4
DEGREE PROGRAMS AND CONCENTRATIONS BACHELOR DEGREES Anthropology Forensic Anthropology Archaeology Arabic Language & Cultures Art Art Studio Athletic Training Biology Pre-Medicine Pre-Chiropractic Medicine Pre-Dentistry Pre-Osteopathic Medicine Mortuary Science (co-op program) Pre-Optometry Pre-Podiatric Medicine Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Veterinary Medicine Business Administration Human Resource Management Accounting Business Economics Finance Marketing Management Information Technology Management Chemistry Commercial Music Technology Communication Disorders Communication Studies Public Relations Radio & TV Speech Communication Computer Engineering Technology Computer Information Systems Computer Science Criminal Justice Homeland & International Security Criminology Law & Justice Forensic Science
Earth Science Meteorology Environmental Environmental Hazards Education Certification for Secondary Schools - Art - Biology - Chemistry - Communication - Earth & Space Science - English - Mathematics - Physics - Social Studies - Spanish Technology Education K-12 Childhood Education PreK-4 Childhood Education PreK-4/Special Ed Middle Level Education Grades 4-8 - Language Arts/Reading - Mathematics - Science - Social Studies - Math & Language Arts/Reading - Math & Science - Math & Social Studies - Science & Language Arts/Reading - Science & Social Studies Middle Level Education Grades 4-8/Special Ed - Language Arts/Reading - Mathematics - Science - Social Studies Electrical Engineering Technology English Creative Writing Journalism Language & Literacy Literature
Environmental Studies Conservation Ecology Fisheries & Wildlife Biology Environmental Science Leadership and Management Natural Resource Management and Policy Geography Climatology GIS & Emergency Management Tourism Studies Geology Gerontology Graphic Design Graphics & Multimedia History International Studies Jurisprudence with concentration in Land Management Jurisprudence with concentration in Legal Studies Liberal Studies Mathematics Statistics Mechatronics Engineering Technology Nursing (BSN) for RNs Nursing (BSN) for RNs Online Parks & Recreation Management Philosophy Physics Political Science Pre-Law Psychology Social Science Social Work Sociology Applied Sociology Science and Technology Multidisciplinary Studies Spanish Sport Management Studies Professional Golf Management Wellness & Fitness (online)
5
Technology Management Theatre Undecided in Education Undecided in Liberal Arts Undecided in Science & Technology
ASSOCIATE DEGREES Accounting Computer Engineering Technology Computer Science Technology Computer Information Systems Early Childhood Electrical Engineering Technology Graphics & Multimedia Industrial Technology Liberal Studies Nursing (RN) co-op with CCAC Degree issued by CCAC Physical Therapist Assistant Radiologic Technology Robotics Engineering Technology Technical Studies
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS Land Management
LETTERS OF COMPLETION Spanish for Business Spanish for Law Enforcement Sex Crimes Involving Online Predators Industrial Safety For a current listing of all programs, please visit the Cal U website at www.calu.edu.
www.calu.edu
DISCOVER THE REAL WORLD
201 4F ALL Sat DIS urd CO a y, S Sat VER ept urd YD e a mb AYS y, O Mo er 2 nda cto 0 b y e , Sat r4 Oct urd obe ay, r 1 Nov 3 em 201 ber 5A 8 CAD Mo EM nda IC O y, F Sat PEN ebr urd u ar y HO ay, Sat US 1 M 6 urd arc E ay, h2 1 Apr il 4
www.calu.edu
Office of Admissions - California University of Pennsylvania 250 University Avenue, California, PA 15419 • 1-888-412-0479 or 724-938-4404 • Fax: 724-938-4564 Office of Financial Aid - Dixon Hall 105 • 724-938-4415 • Fax: 724-938-4551 A proud member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education. California University of Pennsylvania is an academic community dedicated to the ideals of justice, fairness and equal opportunity for all. In compliance with federal and state laws, the University is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, ancestry, sexual orientation or status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran. The University will not tolerate racial, ethnic or sexual discrimination. Sexual harassment is considered by law to be a form of sexual discrimination and is, therefore, unacceptable. Direct equal opportunity and affirmative action inquiries or complaints to the Special Assistant to the President for Equal Employment and Educational Opportunity (EEEO), Office of Social Equity, South Hall 112, 724-938-4014. Direct inquiries regarding services or facilities accessibility to the ADA/504, Compliance Officer, Office of Student Development and Services, G 52 Carter Hall, 724-938-4056. Direct Title IX inquiries to the Senior Women's Administrator/Title IX Coordinator, Department of Athletics, Hamer Hall 248, 724-938-4351.
CA 15 8.14