General Arts & Science

When I initially looked at the General Arts and Science programs, I was intrigued, and a little unsure of the choices and routes available to me. I spoke to some students who had experiences with the GAS programs, and I hadn’t heard any negative comments. I went on to learn that the opportunity within the GAS programs, was specific to the particular branch of GAS. I later discovered that these programs are specifically geared towards those who aren’t entirely decided on what field they would like to enter after the colleges experience. The GAS programs are exceptionally adept at helping the student narrow down their options and interests, in order to continue with further studies after the one year minimum has gone by - or even before that.

Accordingly, the professors within the GAS system are all very knowledgable as well. They have no issues offering students guidance, perspective, and whatever knowledge they may have about different career paths branching from a variety of programs. For students who are being rehabilitated into the post-secondary system, this is also an excellent opportunity to sharpen study skills and habits, in preparation for more specific programs later on, or the work field itself.

In addition to the friendly staff and some of the benefits to the ‘general’ look at the GAS programs, the branches themselves are also very well organized themselves. On a more personal level, entering my own branch of the GAS courses (media and communications), my interest in language and media was vague and undefined.

Throughout the first semester I’ve been able to associate myself with a fair amount of other media-minded people, whom I’m able to share some common interests with. In addition to meeting some engaging people, I’ve also been able to observe their many different senses of directions. I feel as though I’ve matured just by forming these relationships. It’s nice to feel a little more sage, wise. Keeping these new friendships and paths in mind,I’ve been able to develop and shape my interests a little further. For example, the field of Journalism itself has piqued my interest, and I think that’s where I’m going to focus my efforts next year.