Stay On Track| Junior Checklist

Consider going on a National Student Exchange or Study Abroad. It's easier than you think but it takes time - so apply now.
Develop a working relationship with at least three faculty members. These individuals will be invaluable when you need letters of recommendation in the future.
Develop a list of employers in your field and collect literature on these employers.
Start thinking about meaningful summer jobs that offer great work experience and look good on your resume.
Interview individuals doing work of interest to you. Consider shadowing different professions that interest you.
Look for opportunities to attend events featuring employers such as career fairs, campus organizations and employer information meetings sponsored by Career Services, your college or your department.
Apply for a career-related job, internship or community service.
If considering graduate or professional school:
- Begin researching possible schools. Ask professors in that field if they have recommendations.
- Study for appropriate entrance exams and set a date to take exams (leave time for the possibility of retaking the exam in time to submit it to schools).
- Meet with an academic advisor or Career Services career counselor.
- Begin working on your personal statement; seek out a faculty member you trust or the writing center to offer advice on improvements.
- Take the Graduate Records Examination (GRE) or other required entrance exams.

Meet with your academic advisor before November and April registration to monitor your progress toward graduation.
Make a two year academic plan if possible. Some courses are only offered in the fall or spring semester...so plan accordingly!
Enroll in at least 15 credits each semester.
Check out UAKjobs for on-campus part-time student jobs (www.uakjobs.com).
Study groups become increasingly more important in your Junior/Senior year. Find or create them for your toughest classes.
By February 15^th apply for scholarships at UAOnline and complete your FAFSA.
In the first week of the semester, gather all your syllabi and enter dates for all papers, projects, tests and finals in a weekly planning calendar.
Attending classes increases your GPA.
Consider a leadership role in your campus clubs or organizations - it's a real resume booster.
If you are considering changing your major or adding a minor, contact your academic advisor to determine the additional time you will need in school. Contact career services to compare career options.
Log in to UAOnline and look under DegreeWorks to check out your progress completing your degree.
Use the Writing Center for papers, resumes, cover-letters and lab reports.

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