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Dr. Josephine Davis is a world traveler who has had a wide range of experiences with the Wonders of the World. From walking the Great Wall of China, exploring the inner chambers of the pyramids, to exploring the rain forests of Victoria Falls. She has ascended the slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro, had close encounters with elephants in the wild, and taken African safaris by foot,  sea, and Land Rover.  Dr. Davis is a longtime eCore online instructor and the Interim Dean for the College of Arts and Sciences at Fort Valley State University, one of eight eCore affiliate institutions in the University System of Georgia.  Dr. Davis says eCore has given her and her students the opportunity to interact with other students from diverse institutions with very diverse backgrounds, interests and needs. Teaching eCore classes has given Dr. Davis round-the-clock access to her students and she noted:  "With this communication capability, I am able to interact with studen...

Have you wondered what it might be like to be an Emergency Nurse? How about a Computer Programmer?  If you believe that you are gleaning all of your knowledge of a Crime Scene Investigator from watching CBS’s CSI (Crime Scene Investigation) you may encounter a rude awakening when you go for your education and actually get your job. Informational Interviewing is another foundational step within career exploration.  While you are in your own investigative place as a student you would be wise to conduct informational interviews of people within the potential careers/jobs that you think you might enjoy.   The informational interview communicates the first hand experiences and impressions of someone in the occupation, and is directed by your questions.  Steps to conducting an interview of this type consist of locating a person that is currently employed within the field and calling to request a visit with them while they are on the job.  The amount of time ...

What is your occupation?  I am an IT professional for Valdosta State University. What is your college major? Finance & Office Administration and Technology. Why did you choose this major? I chose this major because of my interest level in the Financial Field, which has been instilled since I was a teen. The technology part I started working on for Valdosta State 2 years ago and the experience has been purely golden. I love computers now. What career path do you want to take upon graduation? Project Management, Financial Analyst or Software design. Why eMajor? eMajor is convenient to double majors, and it gives the student the option take another class while working. It also gives students such flexible times the student can take those classes that are not offered at night or around their work schedule. Who is the biggest inspiration for your education? My 6th grade math teacher Mr.Brown. What is something cool you've lear...

What is your occupation?  I am a professional baseball player.  What is your college major?  Currently undecided but leaning towards  journalism or communications.  Why eCore?   As much as I travel for my job, eCore is great. I  don't have to be confined to a classroom. I can  still  play baseball and work toward my degree.  Who is the biggest inspiration for your education?  I always promised my parents that I'd go back  after or while pursuing my career of professional baseball. My dad was a college professor, so education  was something I had instilled in me from an early age.  What is something cool you've learned this semester in eCore?   I'm amazed at how many different types of people are in my classes. It's such a diverse classroom setting.  It's great! What three words would you use to describe one of your online instructors?   Smart, Understanding, & Personable ...

The University System of Georgia has developed an innovative, online program for Georgians (and others) seeking to earn career-oriented degrees from reputable, public institutions. eMajor provides undergraduate degrees at traditional colleges and universities in the University System of Georgia. Our approach allows students to earn credits for prior learning and reduce the time to graduation. Currently, students can enroll through Valdosta State University for the 2012 fall semester and the 2013 spring semseter. The program is ideal not only for traditional students who wish to take advantage of online course delivery but also for working professionals, military members, transfer students and others seeking alternative routes to degree completion.   eMajor presently offers: Bachelor of Science Degree in Office Administration and Technology Bachelor of Science Degree in Organizational Leadership with concentrations in:  Public Service Administration Office Admini...

Karen M Lingrell, M.Ed, Assistant Director of Collaborative Programs Are you stuck in the crossroads of switching your major? Are you finding yourself enrolled in classes but having no clear direction of where you might be heading after graduation? Has a significant other inquired with the dreaded question: “What are you gonna do with your life?” If you had a head nod to any of these questions then I hope to offer some quick advice on career planning to get you stepping in the right direction. For 6 years I worked as an Assistant Director of Career Services of a Georgia higher education institution. I have many memories of students who would come to my office the Monday after graduation and remark “Hey, Mrs. Karen, I need a job!”   Some of those students had never taken advantage of the fine services we offered previously. At the conclusion of many an appointment I can recall that most, if not all, of the visitors emphatically declared, “Man – why did I not come here SOON...

1. What is your occupation? I am currently helping my father run his floor covering business. I do all of the bookkeeping and assist residential retail customers in choosing the best flooring for their homes. 2. What is your college major? My college major is Legal Assistant Studies. 3. How did you come about choosing this major? It has been a dream of mine since middle school to attend law school one day. During my first 2 years at VSU I had a different major, after trying out a few classes in that major I decided that I needed to change. While taking my first Legal Assisting class, I knew this was the major for me! I love the professors in this major and the classes prepare you for the work you will be doing in law school. A few of my textbooks are even currently being used in law schools. 4. What career path do you want to take upon graduation? I graduate Summer of 2013 and plan to begin law school in the Fall of 2013. 5. Why eMajor? I chose to tak...