Is it better to have workstudy in your majors department or in some random department?

Question

I currently have workstudy in a department that has nothing to do with my major. Is it better to have workstudy in my majors department or does it even matter?

Answer 1

Working in your department of study can be a double-edged sword: a great way to learn about your field, including the inter-workings and politics; however, you have to always be on your best behavior so they don't decide they don't like you. Working in other departments won't teach you about your major, but it can be less stressful and expose you to new information.

Answer 2

Well, it would be better to do a workstudy in your major's department. That way you will be able to network with the professors and other professionals in your field. This will be very valuable if you need letters of recommendation for grad school or future employers. You will also get to learn a lot more about your departement and will be in on all the gossip.

However, if you can't get a job in your department, that's still okay. It still looks good if you work for the university.

Answer 3

I would think it would be better to do Workstudy inyour major. That way you can see if you actually like what you have spent the last 4 years of your life studying before it's too late

Answer 4

It's not critical, but in your major's department is better.

The reason being is you'll get to know the professors and other people in your major. Say you're a bio major. You'll know the bio teachers better (or at least one) and should you ever need help (be it help in class or a letter of rec), you'll be able to get it from the people who count the most. Should you apply to med school, a letter of rec from a bio professor is going to be more meaningful to them than one from an art professor you worked for if you're a bio major and don't do anything related to art.

Answer 5

Well, if your department offers teaching assistant or tutor positions and you are planning on going to grad or professional school, I would definitely take those positions. Graduate and professional schools want their students to have some teaching experience.

If you aren't planning to go on to further education, I would suggest staying within your department anyway. That way, you would work with people you know a little better.

Answer 6

Go with the Majors, it will serve your education better.