ALUMNA
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ASUNTA HENRY ’ 14
Human Services and Management
“ My favorite part of the interdisciplinary studies major is the diversity . I get to take classes for my unique career path ,” says Asunta . “ My career goals focus on helping others in their time of need by working with emergency management and disaster relief services . I interned at the Maryland Emergency Management Agency where I worked on disaster simulations and answered the phone as a public information officer . I learned a lot at the agency that helped me prepare for my future career .”
After graduation Asunta began a career as a community health advocate at University of Maryland Medical Center .
Interdisciplinary studies is a flexible degree program that allows students to develop an individual course of study by combining classes from two academic disciplines . Each interdisciplinary studies major works closely with faculty members to create a customized program that transcends traditional majors offered at the University .
Students may investigate a course of study that requires an interdisciplinary approach to a theme such as a set of problems , an idea , or a period of study . Some suggested interdisciplinary themes include aesthetics and artistic expression , international / global studies , administration and policy , and American studies . Each semester , students meet with the program coordinator to assess their academic progress and review volunteer projects , internships , and other career-development activities .
Interdisciplinary studies majors may choose to pursue either a Bachelor of Science or a Bachelor of Arts degree . The Bachelor of Arts requires the completion of a foreign language through at least the intermediate level .
WHAT ’ S DISTINCTIVE ABOUT THE INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES MAJOR AT SU ?
» A customized program based on academic interests » Close work with faculty who have expertise in the selected areas of study » An opportunity to explore career options through internships » A capstone senior seminar that supports independent research
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