Educational Planning Day

Group advising and program exploration activities for Jan. 29.

 

Are You on Track? Check in and Explore Programs 

No classes are held before 3 p.m. on Educational Planning Day, held once per quarter. This is your chance to: 

  • Check in with your advisor to make sure your program completion, graduation, transfer and career goals are on track. ** PLEASE NOTE: Some departments, such as Running Start, will not be able to individually advise every student on Educational Planning Day. Feel free to make an appointment for a date before or after Educational Planning Day.** 
  • Patricipate in group advising activities. 
  • Explore programs that interest you. 

Educational Planning Day Activities  

All-Student Activities 

Club Rush 

Time: 11 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 
Location: Building 11 Student Center   

Find the perfect OSE club for you! 

Find OSE Clubs 

Information Systems Power Up Event 

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 
Location: Building 16, Room 319 
P.C. problems? Bring your computer or device to the Information Systems Power Up event! Free and open to all TCC students and employees. Intake ends at 1 p.m. Please do not bring college-owned computers or devices. 
 

Making College Affordable 

Time: In-person event: 10:30 a.m. 
           Online event: 1:30 p.m. 
Location: Building 19, Room 28 
Learn about the many ways you can get help paying for college! Presented by TCC Workforce Education. 

Senate Meeting 

Time: 3:30 p.m. 
Location: Building 11 Senate Room and online 

Everyone is welcome to attend! Learn more about student government. 

Program-Specific Activities

These information sessions, group advising sessions, and other activities offer more in-depth information about program completion, transfer pathways, and career options for students currently in programs. Students who want to learn more about a particular program are also welcome to attend.

 

Chemistry Information Session 

Time: 10 - 11 a.m.
Location: Building 15 Room 302 

If you're planning to major in chemistry or a related field, don't miss this session! Get important information about your major and related careers from TCC Chemistry faculty. 

 

Computer Science Information Session 

Time: 10 - 11 a.m. 
Location: Building 15 Room 106 

Learn about TCC's computer science programs and how they can connect you to transfer opportunities and careers. 

Engineering Activities 

Time: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. 
Location: Building 16 Room 106 
Engineering Updates 

Information for Mechanical, Civil, Environmental, Aero/Astro, Industrial, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Bioengineering, Chemical, Manufacturing and Materials Science Engineering students. Up-to-date information about TCC offerings and university engineering program requirements.   

Guest Speaker

Each quarter, Engineering invites an engineer from a different discipline tell you more about their career path and recommendations. Questions are encouraged. This quarter's guest speaker is Daniel Dye. 

Daniel is a Senior Transportation Engineer with experience in a variety of transportation projects in the Puget Sound and Central Washington. He has managed or served as the lead analyst for a variety of projects including parking analysis, traffic operations analysis, travel demand modeling, long-range transportation planning, and impact fee program development. His recent South Sound experience includes work for the Cities of Tacoma, Lacey, and Puyallup; Pierce County Parks and Metro Parks Tacoma; Thurston County; and work for WSDOT on the SR 167 project. Daniel relocated to Tacoma this summer and is looking forward to being closer to his clients. 
Breakout Sessions and Advising 
    • Breakout sessions based on engineering disciplines.
    • Individual advising opportunities for those who have previously attended a breakout session.
 

Environmental Science & Biology 

Time: 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. 
Location: Building 15 Room 202 

Learn about both STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) fields and their related careers. 

Healthcare Career Fair 

Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.  
Location: Building 13

Interested in going into healthcare? If your considering one of TCC's healthcare programs, or if you're in a healthcare program and looking for a job in the community, this fair is for you! 

Learn More 

 

Mathematics Information Session 

Time: 10 - 11 a.m. 
Location: Building 15 Room 301

Join us to learn about mathematics and career options! 

Paralegal Panelists Round Table 

Time: 12 - 2 p.m. 
Location: Building 16 Room 106 

Interested in becoming a paralegal? Join us for a panel discussion featuring people currently working in the field. 

 

What Can I Do with a History Degree? 

Time: 12 - 3 p.m. 
Location: Building 16 Room 108 

Did you know that a history degree can lead to exciting careers? Learn about how your interest in history can lead to a degree in: 

  • Traditional history-related careers such as historian, archivist, museum curator, heritage manager, or tour guide
  • Education & acadamia 
  • Writing & publishing 
  • Research & analysis 
  • Law & public service 
  • Creative/other industries