Mark your calendars, everyone! Faculty representatives from majors in the College of Arts and Sciences will be available to discuss opportunities related to their respective majors. See the announcement below for more details.
The event will be held in the Barfield Drawing Room of the Bill Daniel Student Center on Wednesday, October 26 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Plan to attend and bring a friend. In true Baylor tradition, free Dr Pepper floats will be served!
The above poster was utilized during World War II to education British citizens on healthy eating during times of food rationing, according to http://blog.vegbox-recipes.co.uk/2011/07/21/get-healthy-with-dr-carrot/. This idea of educating the public on health issues leads me to today’s topic. What is the field of public health exactly? Well, recently I gathered my convictions and typed “What is Public Health?” into my Google search bar. Guess what? There is an actual website called www.whatispublichealth.org and it is really neat! You can watch an interactive presentation all about public health right on the homepage. Click on the link and watch for yourself. Here are a few details about the definition of Public Health from the website:
Public Health is the science of protecting and improving the health of communities through education, promotion of healthy lifestyles, and research for disease and injury prevention. Public health professionals analyze the effect on health of genetics, personal choice and the environment in order to develop programs that protect the health of your family and community.
Overall, public health is concerned with protecting the health of entire populations. These populations can be as small as a local neighborhood, or as big as an entire country.
Public health professionals try to prevent problems from happening or re-occurring throughimplementing educational programs, developing policies, administering services, regulating health systems and some health professions, and conducting research, in contrast to clinical professionals, such as doctors and nurses, who focus primarily on treating individuals after they become sick or injured. It is also a field that is concerned with limiting health disparities and a large part of public health is the fight for health care equity, quality, and accessibility.
The field of public health is highly varied and encompasses many academic disciplines. However, public health is mainly composed of the following core areas:
One of the more challenging aspects of selecting a major and career goal is when a student believes that their primary interests are in direct opposition to one another. Rather than a challenge, consider such a scenario as an opportunity to get creative.
Many students come to us who are attracted to the job opportunities available with a business major, yet they question if the resulting careers will allow them to help and serve other people. They often emphasize that they want to make a difference in the world. Here are a few options to ponder:
For more information, follow the hyperlinks above, or contact Career Counseling to begin your journey in combining your unique interests.
For students who enjoy hard sciences, arts, and social sciences, the Anthropology major just might offer the perfect blend. According to the Princeton Review:
“Anthropology is the broad study of humans and human cultures throughout the world and throughout history and prehistory. It’s part natural science, part social science, and part humanistic study. If you major in Anthropology, you’ll compare and contrast biological, social, and cultural similarities and differences among humans and human societies…The field of Anthropology is conventionally divided into four sub-fields: (1) archaeology, (2) biological anthropology, (3) linguistic anthropology, and (4) cultural anthropology.”
Baylor offers the Anthropology major with your choice of a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree plan. Bachelor of Science students must choose a concentration in General Anthropology or Forensic Anthropology.
The College of Arts and Sciences at Baylor states that
“Graduates of this major go on to:
• work in museums or cultural organizations
• take jobs that can include excavation, research, marketing or advertising
• attend graduate school
• work in a number of government agencies such as the CIA, the FBI, the National Institutes of Health, the Department of Health and Human Services, historic preservation offices, or environmental agencies.”
Obviously, the major is versatile, both in the subjects studied within the discipline, as well as the career opportunities that this major affords. Students considering this major might also be interested to know that the Anthropology major requires six credit hours of summer field work or original research. Not only do such opportunities help students to learn more about professional anthropology, but they look great on those all-important resumes and graduate school applications. Click here to read more about summer field experiences.
If your interest has been piqued, you are encouraged to visit the website for the Department of Anthropology, Forensic Science, and Archaeology.
http://www.princetonreview.com/Majors.aspx?cip=450201
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The short answer: any of them. The longer answer is that any major can provide a solid foundation for career success. However, simply possessing a degree is likely not going to ensure employers come looking for you. Successfully landing a job requires strong academic performance, relevant experiences, and keen job search skills. With that being said, many students ask me about whether or not a given major leads to careers that are “in demand?” Here is one strategy to consider when trying to answer this question for yourself.
Imagine that you have been able to fast forward to the time in your life when you are starting your job hunt. Consider employers for whom you might like to work. Review job listings on the company websites, paying particular attention to the qualifications. Do you notice any trends regarding the level of education, area of study, or relevant experiences they are seeking?
The beauty of performing this exercise early in your academic career is that it allows you time to acquire education and skills that are “in demand.” If you wait until your last semester of college, there may not be much time left to gain sales experience, learn a foreign language, or demonstrate leadership.
What if you don’t know what employers to consider? Maybe you aren’t even sure of your career goals. That’s okay. A strategy for you could be to review the company websites of organizations who actively recruit at Baylor. There are several career fairs coming up, and the Career Services office updates their website with lists of the companies that will be represented.
Log in to your HireABear account for more information on the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Job Fair and the Hire a Bear Career Fair. Click the “Career Events” tab at the top, then search “Career Fair.” Each of the fairs listed in your search results will offer a link to “Search Employers.” You will have many criteria from which to select as you search those who will be in attendance. If you click on an employer’s name, you will see a list of majors they recruit.
If you are undecided on your major, or unsure of your major, this is a great way to discover what majors can prepare you for a career with the employer of your dreams.
Mark your calendar! The STEM Job Fair is TOMORROW, September 15. The HireABear Career Fair is September 29. You can register for the events through your HireABear account, and you can also get specifics on times and locations. These fairs are for all students, whether you are exploring opportunities, looking for an internship, or trying to secure that first full-time position. Take advantage of this wonderful service that Baylor offers you!
We frequently receive questions about the Health Science Studies major in Baylor’s School of Education. It should come as no surprise, since approximately one-third of Baylor freshmen indicate that they are on a pre-med track. If you are interested in a career in healthcare, pre-med or otherwise, please take a few moments to learn some basics about this popular major.
The Health Science Studies major is offered on a Bachelor of Science in Education degree plan. Be aware that this does not automatically mean that you will be prepared for teacher certification with this program, though some students choose to include teacher education classes in their courses of study. Students in this major have a choice of four options:
Obviously, the first two options are intended for students who plan on applying to a professional school in physical therapy, medicine, or dentistry. The programs include the prerequisites needed for admission to the professional schools. Students in these two options should note the following requirement, taken directly from the Baylor University Undergraduate Catalog (2011-2012):
“Students in Health Science Studies (HSS) Premedical/Predental and Pre-Physical Therapy majors will be required to have a 3.0 or beter cumulative GPA after 60 hours are completed (with at least 15 hours at Baylor). These 60 hours will include but not be limited to BIO 1305-1105, BIO 1306-1106, CHE 1301, 1302, 1316, HP 1420, and required math coursework. If a student does not have the 3.0 GPA after completing the required 60 hours, the student will be placed on probationary status for one term. At the end of the one probationary ter, (two summer sessions count as one term) if the GPA is still not at a 3.0 and/or the above coursework is not completed, the student will not be allowed to continue in this major. Students may appeal the GPA requirement only in very unusual circumstances. Appeals must be made in writing to the director of the HSS program within 15 days of the end of any semester after 60 hours when a student’s GPA falls below 3.0.”
Students in the latter two options must maintain a 2.6 GPA or higher, meaning that some students who are not able to continue in the Pre-Physical Therapy or Pre-Medical/Pre-Dental Options are able to change to the Secondary General Science Education Option or Health Professions Option as a back-up plan.
The Secondary General Science Education Option has Health Science Studies students to take courses that would make them eligible to apply for teacher certification, while the Health Professions Option gives students the choice of a minor in Business Administration or Community Health.
Many students find appealing the professional field experience or internship that is built into this major. Also, students are quick to notice that the Health Science Studies major does not require students to take a foreign language, a significant difference from a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree plan.
We hope this summary whets your appetite for information on the Health Science Studies major. Stay tuned, as we plan to add an interview with Dr. Barbalee Symm about this major to our Meet the Majors podcast series soon!
Are you captivated by Asian culture? Can’t wait to take the journey to the other side of the world and set foot on the Great Wall of China, tour Japanese Tea Gardens, and explore the region where Tai Chi developed? Find yourself fascinated by the language and history of the Asian continent? Then, a major in Asian Studies might be just the right thing for you! Click here to link to more information about this fascinating major.
You may be asking, what are the requirements for this major? Well, I’m glad you asked! The Asian Studies major is an option on the BA Degree. A few course options include: Cultural Geography, Religions of the World, Japanese Civilization, Societies and Cultures of East Asia, Government and Politics of Russia, and many more! Here is a link to the complete list of major requirements.
If this major sounds appealing to you, you may want to contact someone in the department, especially if you have specific questions about the major like what career options are available to you if you major in Asian Studies at Baylor. You may also be interested in learning about any study abroad opportunities that are available.
Dr. Xin Wang, Acting Director of Asian Studies
(254)710-2209 (Old Main 313B)
The following is the general contact info for the department:
Center For International Education
Baylor University
One Bear Place 97012 Waco, TX 76798-7012
Poage Library
Phone (254) 710-2657
Fax: (254) 710-2069
Hope you enjoyed your tour of the Asian Studies major! Please leave us a comment if you would like more info about this major or if there is a particular major you would like information on. Take care!