University of Arkansas Career Guide - 2025 - Flipbook - Page 4
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Welcome & Career Exploration Roadmap
DESIGN
YOUR
CAREER
LEARNING
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LONG-TERM PLANS
Life design and growth mindsets recognize learning as a processof identifying what is meaningfulto you,
how concepts and skillsalign with your strengths,and how you can be a lifelong learner.
• An academic majorshapes how you interpret information,engage with the world, and approach
problem-solving.
• Your classesand majorwill help you identify the type of work that you may find meaningful.
• Co-curricular experiences,social events,research,internships,and work experienceswill also influence
your career discovery.
This Career Exploration Roadmap shows4 intersecting,career-building
activities you'll do throughout your life to uncover career opportunities.
1.Activatea reflective & curious mindset to uncover new areasworth
exploring.
2. Build & practice transferableCareer-Ready Skills and industry-specific
skillsto identify your strengths and make yourselfvaluableto others.
3. Identify opportunities to engage with others interested in areas of
interestto you. Gain resume-buildingexperiencesand learn in which
activitiesyou enjoy and excel.
4.Cultivate intentional relationships by finding helpers,and proactively
build your network:.
This guide supports your career exploration and decision-making.
Maximize the guide's benefits by doing the activities, reflecting on your
journey, and sharing your insights with others.
