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Undeclared: University Explorations

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Ready to start your degree but not sure what to focus on?

You’re driven and passionate but not quite sure where to put your focus. Do you want to graduate on time but aren’t ready to commit to a major? Do your interests span across degree programs and range from psychology to culinary to media studies and more?

That’s where 17³Ô¹ÏÍø’s Undeclared: University Explorations comes in — a structured path for exploring new fields of study while staying on track to graduation. With this program, you’ll take Arts & Sciences core courses and courses within your areas of interest. You’ll also work closely with your dedicated faculty mentor who will help guide you to the path YOU want to be on.

Multi-disciplinary options will ensure that you’re exposed to all 17³Ô¹ÏÍø has to offer. Take various courses to discover which program best fits your interests, whether that’s science, hospitality, economics, health and wellness, graphic design or other options.

By the end of your first year, you’ll choose a major knowing that you’ve made the best choice for you.

Choosing a major is a big choice, but it doesn’t have to be a hasty decision. PROFESSOR CARLA WHITE ELLIS, PH.D.

Sample Courses

  • Design Theory and Practice
  • Introductory Psychology
  • Introduction to Health Professions
  • An Introduction to the Fields of Food, Food Service and Nutrition
  • Introduction to Media & Communication Studies
  • Introduction to Food Systems
  • Communication Skills

Explore the full 17³Ô¹ÏÍø Catalog course listing:

Faculty Contact

Providence

Carla White Ellis, Ph.D., CFD
401-598-2018
Email

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