Career Choices
Name that Career...
I work with children in the medical field.
Pediatrician!!
Hiking, Archery, & Chess are considered to be a part of what "social" category?
Clubs!!
What is a scholarship?
A scholarship is financial support awarded to a student and can be based on academic achievements, extracurricular achievements, or other criteria such as financial need.
Why are UC Davis students called "The Aggies?"
UC Davis students are the Aggies in reference to the school's beginnings as an agricultural school!
How much does the average steer/bull (male cow) weigh?
*hint: range of #s*
1,100 - 2,200 pounds
Name that Career...
I work in the Criminal Justice System and I represent civilians.
Lawyer!!
You have the opportunity to play soccer, softball, basketball, etc. through _______ _______.
Intramural Sports!!
Name 5 different kinds of scholarships:
1. GPA Scholarship
2. Full-ride Scholarship
3. Athletic Scholarship
4. Merit-Based Scholarship
5. Military Scholarships
6. Community Service Scholarship
7. Need-Based Scholarship
8. School Specific Scholarship
On any given day, how many bikes can be found on the UC Davis campus?
Over 22,000 bikes!!
Where do wild turkeys sleep?
They sleep in trees!!
Name that Career...
A person trained to pilot a spacecraft, travel in a spacecraft, or work in space.
Astronaut!!
True or False:
You are unable to receive an athletic sports scholarship through playing intramural sports.
False!!
It is a rare occasion but it is possible!
Can you lose a scholarship after you've been awarded it? Why or why not?
Yes, if you receive a scholarship that's contingent on having a certain GPA, you need to work toward that number or higher throughout the semester. If you don't, your scholarship could be revoked. You may also lose a scholarship if you switch majors, break the law, change from full-time to part-time study, or transfer colleges.
What was the city of Davis the first city to create?
Bike lanes!!
How many stomachs does a llama have?
3 stomachs!!
Which of the following Careers was not mentioned in the Powerpoint?
A. Electrical Technician
B. Computer Engineer
C. Social Worker
D. Electrical Engineer
Electrical Engineer!!
________ ________ gives you the opportunity to study in foreign countries.
Study Abroad!!
Do you have to be a high school senior to apply for/ receive a scholarship? Give an explanation.
No, you don't have to be a high school senior!
There are scholarships available for all ages and grade levels.
UC Davis was originally founded as part of another UC. What UC was that?
UC Berkeley
Name 4 possible majors
Math, English, Psychology, Theatre & Dance, Political Science, History, etc.
True or False:
You can only change Careers after a 10-month probationary period.
False, you have the freedom to change Careers as much as you like :)
True or False:
Students cannot receive financial aid for studying abroad.
False!!
Pick a volunteer from your group to share the details of a scholarship they plan to apply for.
(Name, description, brand, etc.)
$500 to this group!!
How many total acres is the UC Davis campus?
5,300 acres / 8.28 square miles
What is the name of the famous orange cat that loves lasagna?
Garfield!!