First Year (Freshman) (0-25 credit hours)
Meet with your Academic Advisor during your first semester to clarify requirements on the University Program, competencies, or any other questions you have encountered since academic orientation. They can assist you with your transition to campus and help you put successful strategies and goals in place.
At CMU, several advising services, classes, and self-assessment instruments are available to assist you in your academic and career decision making. Some suggestions include:
- Talking to CMU advisors in academic departments, Academic Advising and Academic Assistance, or the Career Development Center regarding academic programs that interest you.
- Considering taking CED 101 (1 credit) Career and Self Exploration.
- Participating in various self assessment exercises designed to match your interests and abilities with academic and career opportunities. CMU offers the following personalized and computerized self assessment exercises: Focus Program and Strong Interest Inventory (see the Career Development Center website: www.careers.cmich.edu).
Keep these in mind if you are pursing one of the programs:
Business:
- Contact Business Student Services (Grawn Hall 105, 989-774-3124) for information regarding the College of Business Administration or to schedule a meeting with a business advisor.
The Arts and Media (Art and Design; Communication, Journalism, and Media; Music; Theatre and Dance):
Health Professions:
- Contact the College of Health Professions Student Service Center, 989-774-2315.
Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (English Language and Literature; History, World Languages, and Cultures; Military Science; Philosophy, Anthropology, and Religion; Politics, Society, Justice, and Public Service; Psychology:
Pre-professional Studies (pre-law, pre-med, etc.):
- Talk with the appropriate pre-professional advisor.
Teaching:
Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics: