Who are you?| Choosing a major should really start with knowing
who you are. Think about your personal characteristics
(interests, abilities, values, personality, and motivations) and
keep these in mind as you make your decision about a major. You
may want to write down your answers to these questions and share
them with your adviser. 1. What are your interests? Think about
the kinds of things that you enjoy. Here are a few questions to
get you started. Don't underestimate how important your
interests can be when choosing a major. Imagine not being
interested in a subject and studying it in depth for four years
or more. Would you be interested in the course work required in
a particular major? - What activities do you participate in just
for fun? - What kinds of shows do you like to watch on TV? -
What do you enjoy reading or talking about? - What courses did
you like the most in high school? - When you fantasize about a
career, what do you think you would enjoy doing or being? - What
other things are you int