Career/Major Exploration

Experiential Learning at the University of Georgia empowers every student to apply their learning in real-world contexts, equipping them with the competencies and expanded perspectives to thrive in the emerging, dynamic global society.  

UNG is actively monitoring enrollment trends in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program, specifically tracking the number of students admitted and the number of graduates each term. In response to increasing demand and in support of student success and program growth, the Nursing Department has submitted internal proposals to revise its admissions process.

GSU recently secured two grants totaling over $1 million to develop a one-stop student success portal integrated with the learning management system. In pursuit of this ASPIRE goal, we have launched initial modules focused on career exploration and planning.

The portal will continue to expand with additional resources, including mental health support, academic assistance, FAQs, and guides for student resources such as VMock, our AI-powered career readiness platform.

As part of the consolidation with Georgia Southern University (GS), a full-time Career & Internship Advisor position has been created for the Swainsboro campus. The position has been posted with the goal of starting later this fall, but not later than by January 1, 2026.

As part of the consolidation with Georgia Southern University (GS), an EGSC/GS team is proposing to replace EGSC’s 1 credit hour CATS 1101 Critical and Academic Thinking for Success freshmen orientation course with two 1 credit hour courses, as presented below along with their draft student learning outcomes (SLOs):

The International Education Center facilitates and coordinates international academic study, research, and internship opportunities for all Georgia College students, as well as partnerships and exchanges with institutions abroad. Students may study abroad on short-term programs - often with faculty in their majors - or through semester or even academic year-long programs at major universities throughout the world. Study Abroad/Study Away programs are one of the optional transformative learning experiences available in GC Journeys.

The Career Planning Milestones program is the second embedded Transformative Learning Experience. The Career Center tracks students’ completion of key career development activities, including self-awareness and career exploration, résumé/CV writing, interview skills, professional networking, and engagement. Students who complete the program receive a graduation cord during their final semester. 

The First Year Experience is one of three embedded experiences that is built into the GC curriculum. To “Complete your journey,” for First Year Experience, students need to complete their GCSU 0001 (FYAS) and GC1Y courses.

Hardwire career experiences across the curriculum as a structured component of academic and co-curricular experience.

Increase the number of nursing graduates by growth and development of accelerated pipelines into the BSN, adapting delivery methods for improved compatibility with the Corps of Cadets, and expanding program delivery to additional campuses