Pursuing a minor at Kennesaw State is more than just another line to fill on one’s resume — it enhances their skills and education. Students should consider working toward obtaining a minor to supplement their time at KSU.
A minor offers a less rigorous path to completion while focusing on an area of interest and specialization, according to Seattle PI. A minor could be completed in as little as 15 hours here at KSU and would not interfere with degree completion depending on the major. A student’s graduation may not be delayed as the classes required for certain minors are likely to fit under the degree requirements for their major.
A minor shows a more diverse and well-rounded skill set that students can obtain during the pursuit of their degree. A specialization in multiple areas can be very valuable, oftentimes allowing for a more unique perspective.
A student’s minor could also add value to their bachelor’s degree. If a minor can be related to a student’s major, it can allow them to be more equipped for their future career and be a step ahead of other applicants when applying for a job.
In many cases, having a minor could add to the number of job opportunities as a result of having a more specialized education in an area outside of one’s major according to Best Value Schools.
“For me, [a minor] is beneficial because I can then teach multiple subjects,” junior art education major Ashlyn Strickland said. “My minor also provides useful information for my degree.”
It is much more beneficial to add a minor that can enhance a student’s resume and career possibilities than to take an abundance of different classes that will not help in the long run. At KSU, a student can use their free electives and related studies to complete a minor. In doing this, a student will still be able to graduate on time, as they will still be taking the same number of courses as a student without a minor.
Nonetheless, an unrelated minor is worthwhile as well. It still provides a broader and more diverse college education even though it does not align with that individual’s career goals. An unrelated minor provides ample opportunity for a student to learn about a subject that they are passionate about.
While a minor certainly is not as substantial as a major, it does allow for alternative career possibilities should someone’s initial career not work out. A student with a minor already has another specialized skill set to work with aside from their major. That unique set of skills to fall back on allows for ample opportunity to pursue various career paths.
Many operate under the assumption that minors do not mean anything and are not beneficial. A minor could springboard an individual into a career outside of the career possibilities laid out by their major, as explained in an article by Wayup.
Minors are definitely worthwhile at both at KSU and beyond, regardless of which one is chosen. While they are not as significant as majors are, minors are very valuable supplements to collegiate education and can only help lead one to a promising and fulfilling career.
