Transition with Purpose: Pathways from English Language to Academic Study

105 ACTIVITY 2: STATEMENT OF PURPOSE OBJECTIVE: DEFINE YOUR CURRENT AND FUTURE CO-CURRICULAR GOALS. TASK: ANALYZE DIFFERENT EXAMPLES OF STATEMENTS OF PURPOSE WITHIN DIFFERENT DISCIPLINES. In the Pathways Program, you are transitioning from studying English language as an academic subject to studying major- and degree-specific course work and being a fully matriculated university student. In the IELP, all classes and assignments are to help you develop your English language skills and university-level classroom awareness. University students balance classes across several academic disciplines for the purpose of attaining a broad education within the liberal arts structure. In addition to classes, students often also:  belong to social, academic, and sport clubs and groups  attend workshops, lectures, and events separate from class time  apply for scholarships, internships, and employment while still in school These different academic and social opportunities are available to all university students, including international students. In the Pathways Program, the “Getting Involved at PSU” assignments that you do in the Pathways Program are to support this very aspect of your education. Participating in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities can help you to be a successful student. STATEMENT OF PURPOSE: DEFINING YOUR GOALS VOCABULARY: Define the following words: 1. Co-curricular 2. Extra-curricular DISCUSSION: 1. Do you attend any of the activities, workshops, and events offered in the IELP? 2. Where can you find these types of activities outside of the IELP? 3. Which departments and offices on campus provide and sponsor these activities? 4. Why do you think the university offers so many co-curricular and extra-curricular activities? A statement of purpose is a proposal of your next goals in your education and/or career. These goals can coincide with or follow your undergraduate studies. The statement of purpose for this class is for you to define of your education and occupational goals. This video i ncludes suggestions for what to do and not do when writing a statement of purpose.