Major Exploration events
Using Your Values to Explore Majors and Careers
Wednesday, Feb. 10, 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. – Nebraska Union
Take a self-assessment to help identify what you value most in a career and how values can help you identify potential majors or careers.
The Employer Perspective: Connecting Majors to Careers
Wednesday, March 9, 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. – Nebraska Union
Is there such a thing as a magic major? Learn from employers what they look for in applicants, how they view majors, and how they make hiring decisions. Co-sponsored with Career Services.
Pre-Law Explore Center events
Applying to Law Schools 101
Tuesday, Feb. 23, 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. – Love Library South 221
Are you planning to apply to Law School in the next couple of years? Attend this workshop to learn about the application process for Law School and how to prepare to submit your best application. We will cover topics like the timeline for applying, researching schools, the components of the application (LSAT, personal statement, etc.), and more. This workshop is ideal for Sophomores and Juniors.
LSAT Workshop
Wednesday, March 2, 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. – Love Library South 224
Pre-Law students of all grade levels are encouraged to attend this presentation on the Law School Admission Test (LSAT). Topics covered will include an overview of the exam and its sections, how to best prepare during your undergraduate education for the exam, practice opportunities, and timing of the test with the admissions cycle. Bring your thinking cap and be prepared to do a few questions during the workshop for a prize!
Law School Essay Workshop
Thursday, April 14, 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. – Love Library South 224
The law school application essay is your chance to introduce yourself to potential schools. This workshop will discuss what law schools are looking for in this essay, and provide participants with writing exercises to being the process of developing your individual story in a strong and compelling manner. Co-presented with the UNL Writing Center.
Pre-Health Explore Center events
MCAT Workshop
Tuesday, Feb. 16, 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. – Love Library South 224
What is on the MCAT? How can you prepare for the exam? Join us for an overview and helpful tips.
Applying to Health Schools 101
Thursday, Feb. 25, 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. – Love Library South 221
Are you planning to apply to a professional health program in the next couple of years? Even if you are in your first or second year of college, it is important that you learn about the steps in the application process and what you can do now to prepare to submit your best application. This workshop will not cover information about applying to nursing school, radiography programs, or dental hygiene programs.
GRE Workshop
Wednesday, March 9, 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. – Love Library South 224
Is the GRE required for admission to your professional health program? Learn about the basics of the test and get advice on preparing to take the GRE.
Nursing Group Advising Sessions (attend one) – both in Love Library South 224
Tuesday, March 15, 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Wednesday, March 16, 3:30 pm. – 4:30 p.m.
Join us at either of these sessions to learn more about Pre-Nursing. At this workshop, you will complete your academic planning for next semester. Please bring your unofficial transcript and a laptop, tablet, or Smartphone.
Essays for Health School Applications (attend one) – both in Love Library South 224
Tuesday, April 19, 4:30 pm. – 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, April 20, 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
What are professional school admissions committees looking for in your application essay? Learn how to write a great application essay for the health profession school you are applying to.
AMCAS Application Workshop
Thursday, April 21, 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. – Love Library South 221
If you will be applying to medical school this summer or fall, please join us for this workshop where we will cover all of the aspects of the AMCAS application. We will have plenty of time for your questions so that you can hit the ground running when the application opens in May.