Something I learned while being an exploring student is that it is normal not to have everything figured out. Every time I told someone I was an exploring student, they reassured me that I had time to figure out the direction I wanted my life to go. Many even told me about their own struggles with deciding their major or switching focuses; you can find mentorship and advice everywhere!

My favorite thing about being an exploring student was that I was able to find my true passions and be confident in my decisions.

My favorite thing about being an exploring student was the exploring itself. I really enjoyed learning all about the many different majors, careers, and programs Mizzou has to offer. There is truly something for everyone, and it was fun to explore and navigate through all the different opportunities.

My favorite thing when I was an exploring student was that I could focus on my general education requirements while dabbling into courses for differing majors. Being exploring allowed me time to process what I want to do with my life after college while remaining on track to graduate.

While being an exploring student, I learned so much about myself and what my strengths and weaknesses were. Through self-exploration, you learn what you are good at which is the key to success in all aspects of life!

My favorite thing about being an exploring student was having full freedom to explore different degree programs and take the classes that appealed to me. I enjoyed the convenience of being able to structure my own academic program while I was still investigating my options

Being an exploring student taught me that being commercially successful and doing what you love aren’t mutually exclusive things.

My favorite thing about being an exploring student is the freedom to learn more about who I am and what I’m interested in. I was given many different tools to figure out what majors would be best for me and was able to take classes in those areas, no matter how different they were.