Interdisciplinary Studies allows students to choose different areas of study that interest them the most and find a unique way to intertwine them resulting in a common goal. This is also known as integration. For example, I have chosen Social Sciences and Letters and Languages as my two areas of study with a minor in Marketing. When I graduate, I hope to either attend culinary school or gain an apprenticeship to sharpen my baking skills in hopes of owning my own bakery down the road. Since I want to own my own business, it is very important for me to know about people and the way they work, to be excellent at speaking and writing the English language, and to be able to market my product. Each of my areas enrich my mind and will greatly help my goal of owning a bakery be accomplished successfully.
Just like me, Gina has also chosen Letters and Modern Languages and Social Science but with a minor in Mass Communication. She wanted to incorporate writing and communcation, being that she's looking to get a job in the field of reporting/hosting. So far her studies have been really helpful on her road to the future.
How are each of you using integration in the IDS major? Have you given it some thought? Since most of you are just starting out, you may not have a goal in mind yet. That’s ok. Don’t panic. This course is designed to help you figure those things out.
Why have you chosen your areas or minors? How are they integrated in terms of professional or personal development? Are there any ways your areas or minors can be better integrated for your unique needs?
The great part about IDS is that you are unlimited in the amount of combinations and ways of integrating areas. This major can truly be tailored to your individuality, which is not something that can usually be said. This is the time to take advantage of that. It’s actually FUN.
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Saturday, September 19, 2009
E-Portfolio
Your e-portfolio is going to be a great way to demonstrate your interdisciplinarity. What ways do you think this could be demonstrated? While creating your e-portfolio do you have an audience in mind? Maybe a possible employer? Is there a certain look your going for that you would want your potential boss to see in your e-portfolio? I know my e-portfolio has been a great way to understand my wants and goals. From the help of my e-portfolio, I have been able to discover many things about myself and my future goals.
Sunday, September 13, 2009
Introductions: Getting to Know You
Hey guys we want to get to know you, below are some questions that we have. Tell us a bit about yourself. What are your favorite hobbies? Have you been able to incorporate your hobbies with your education? Explain the IDS degree. What are your areas / minors? What year are you?How do you explain IDS to others?What are the advantages/disadvantages of an interdisciplinary education?
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Welcome to your mentorship!
Hello mentees! Welcome to our mentorship blog. We'll be blogging with you throughout the semester. We hope you enjoy it! Here's a little something about us...
Hi! My name is Amanda Frasure and I will be graduating UCF at the end of the Fall 2009 semester. I grew up in Titusville, FL, only about 30 minutes away from Orlando and I am 22 years old. I've been working at an Italian market and deli in Oviedo for over two years, and spend a lot of my time there in the kitchen prepping food for people to take home and eat. When I'm not working, I spend time with my boyfriend and find new places to go out to eat together. I love food.
I chose UCF mainly because of its close proximity to my hometown, as I mentioned before. Also, my father graduated from UCF so it seemed like the right place for me. I first heard about IDS my freshman year and thought it sounded like a great idea, but still tried out a few other majors before I settled on it. I kept looking at the long list of majors UCF had to offer and felt completely defeated, like nothing was meant for me. There was nothing I wanted to do exclusively. When I finally saw a counselor about IDS, I realized it had everything I wanted in a college education. I was able to choose any two areas study and one minor, which sounded great. With graduation quickly approaching, it's nice to feel confidence and no regrets about my choice of major. I know a lot of people who decided to change their majors after their final semester's internship, unfortunately realizing that the one area of study they chose is not something they want to be stuck with for the rest of their lives. I feel confident that my two areas, Social Sciences and Letters and Languages, and my minor in Marketing have given me the tools I need for whatever I choose to do.
After graduation, I plan on moving to Washington with my boyfriend of 6 years for him to pursue his own goal of being a Survival Instructor in the USAF. There I hope to either attain some food/bakery related job or attend baking school in the hopes of one day owning my own bakery. I am also researching possible jobs in food writing or other food related careers I have not yet uncovered. The next few years are something I am really looking forward to.
My name is Gina Thomas and I am a born and raised Orlandonian! UCF was the right choice and the smart choice for me. Although I always wanted to move away for college, many complications have kept me in Orlando for a reason. And I know that everything happens for a reason. Coming to UCF I had planned on a degree in Broadcast Journalism, because I have hopes of becoming a reporter or on-air personality. With much research and trying to find out what was the best fit for me, I discovered I did not need a degree in broadcasting to get a job in the broadcasting field. Being a UCF student has been a great experience for my future allowing me to host two shows for Brighthouse Networks. These opportunities have been great for my resume and the Interdiscplinary Studies program I have chosen for myself has given me the freedom to study what I want, as well as helping my career in broadcasting. My short term goal is to get an internship soon, prior to my Fall graduation. A long term goal will be to get a job hosting or reporting for a sports network!
Hi! My name is Amanda Frasure and I will be graduating UCF at the end of the Fall 2009 semester. I grew up in Titusville, FL, only about 30 minutes away from Orlando and I am 22 years old. I've been working at an Italian market and deli in Oviedo for over two years, and spend a lot of my time there in the kitchen prepping food for people to take home and eat. When I'm not working, I spend time with my boyfriend and find new places to go out to eat together. I love food.
I chose UCF mainly because of its close proximity to my hometown, as I mentioned before. Also, my father graduated from UCF so it seemed like the right place for me. I first heard about IDS my freshman year and thought it sounded like a great idea, but still tried out a few other majors before I settled on it. I kept looking at the long list of majors UCF had to offer and felt completely defeated, like nothing was meant for me. There was nothing I wanted to do exclusively. When I finally saw a counselor about IDS, I realized it had everything I wanted in a college education. I was able to choose any two areas study and one minor, which sounded great. With graduation quickly approaching, it's nice to feel confidence and no regrets about my choice of major. I know a lot of people who decided to change their majors after their final semester's internship, unfortunately realizing that the one area of study they chose is not something they want to be stuck with for the rest of their lives. I feel confident that my two areas, Social Sciences and Letters and Languages, and my minor in Marketing have given me the tools I need for whatever I choose to do.
After graduation, I plan on moving to Washington with my boyfriend of 6 years for him to pursue his own goal of being a Survival Instructor in the USAF. There I hope to either attain some food/bakery related job or attend baking school in the hopes of one day owning my own bakery. I am also researching possible jobs in food writing or other food related careers I have not yet uncovered. The next few years are something I am really looking forward to.
My name is Gina Thomas and I am a born and raised Orlandonian! UCF was the right choice and the smart choice for me. Although I always wanted to move away for college, many complications have kept me in Orlando for a reason. And I know that everything happens for a reason. Coming to UCF I had planned on a degree in Broadcast Journalism, because I have hopes of becoming a reporter or on-air personality. With much research and trying to find out what was the best fit for me, I discovered I did not need a degree in broadcasting to get a job in the broadcasting field. Being a UCF student has been a great experience for my future allowing me to host two shows for Brighthouse Networks. These opportunities have been great for my resume and the Interdiscplinary Studies program I have chosen for myself has given me the freedom to study what I want, as well as helping my career in broadcasting. My short term goal is to get an internship soon, prior to my Fall graduation. A long term goal will be to get a job hosting or reporting for a sports network!
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