Be flexible and varied in planning a program, so you will be able to apply your training and abilities to both the public and private sector. Plan your course program early and have it approved as soon as possible. Waiting until later could affect your original plans and lead to unexpected delays or could delay your progress as you approach the final sequential stages of your degree program. Take advantage of exposure to current educational technology. Develop computer-use skills.
Internships give first-hand knowledge of the workplace.
Join organizations for contacts, job opportunities, current events, trends, innovations, legislation, etc. Take advantage of e-mail and other Internet services to network with others who have your interests and to use as resources. Take advantage of opportunities for research experience through assistantships, projects, and courses. Develop investigative skills. Know how to use the University libraries to your fullest advantage, especially how to access electronically stored resources in the various indices.