CLA Variable Unit Courses
Take 1, 2, or all 3 one-unit courses. Each course is 5 weeks, Credit/No Credit Grading.
Spring 2026
Dr. Muller
Tu / Th 2:00 - 3:15pm
Face to Face - On Campus (LA5-359)
CLA 390A
Exploring Careers
Class #4888
- Investigate Career Goals Refine
- Professional Skills & Resumes
- Conduct a Successful Job Search
WEEKS 1 - 5:
1/20/26 - 2/20/26
CLA 390B
Developing a Professional Profile
Class #4889
- Gain Networking Practice
- Use Digital Platforms to Job Search
- Create Personal Statements & Cover Letters
WEEKS 6 - 10:
2/23/26 - 3/27/26
CLA 390C
Preparing for Interviews
Class #4890
- Practice Interview Techniques
- Discover How to Dress for Success
- Develop Impressive Thank You Notes
WEEKS 11 - 15:
4/6/26 - 5/8/26
Dr. Woodward
M / W 12:30 - 1:45pm
Face to Face - On Campus (LA5-245)
CLA 392A
Exploring Grad School & Careers
Class #10879
- Gap Year or Graduate School?
- What to Know About Graduate School
- Financial Costs & Benefits
WEEKS 1 - 5:
1/20/26 - 2/20/26
CLA 392B
Developing a Grad School Plan
Class #10880
- Research Graduate Degrees & Programs
- Explore Where (and When) to Apply
- How to Request Recommendation Letters
WEEKS 6 - 10:
2/23/26 - 3/27/26
CLA 392C
Preparing Your Application
Class #10881
- Create an Academic Resume or CV
- Write Your Personal Statement
- Develop a Personal Educational & Career Plan
WEEKS 11 - 15:
4/6/26 - 5/8/26
Dr. Whitehead
M / W 3:30 - 4:45pm
Face to Face - On Campus (SPA-211)
CLA 394A
Preparing for Law School
Class #8617
- Courses, Grading, & Work Opportunities
- Understanding Legal Fields & Practice
- Assessing the Job Market
WEEKS 1 - 5:
1/20/26 - 2/20/26
CLA 394B
Becoming a Successful Applicant
Class #8618
- The Application Process
- Finalizing Schools & LSAT Exam
- Personal Statements & Recommendations
WEEKS 6 - 10:
2/23/26 - 3/27/26
CLA 394C
Admissions & Financial Aid
Class #8619
- Costs, Scholarships, Grants, & Loans
- Admission Decisions & Disappointments
- Negotiating with Law Schools
WEEKS 11 - 15:
4/6/26 - 5/8/26
Fall 2026
Dr. Rasmussen
Tu 2:00 - 3:15pm
Hybrid - Face to Face (SPA-212) & Asynchronous
CLA 380A
Choosing Work with a Societal Impact
Class #11124
- Explore & Identify Public Values to Guide Your Career Path
- Write Your Own Motivating Origin Story
- Assess Your Professional Skills & Knowledge
WEEKS 1 - 5:
8/24/26 - 9/25/26
CLA 380B
Skills & Knowledge for Work That Matter
Class #11125
- Define the Impact You Want to Make Through Your Work
- Research Experiences & Education Needed for Your Next Steps
- Design Your Unique Post-Graduation Career Plan
WEEKS 6 - 10:
9/28/26 - 10/30/26
CLA 380C
Meaningful Work & One's Well-being
Class #11126
- Craft Your Definition of a “Good Life”
- Connect and Collaborate with Classmates & Alums
- Establish Professional Practices for a Sustainable & Healthy Career
WEEKS 11 - 15:
11/2/26 - 12/11/26
Dr. Woodward
M / W 2:00 - 3:15pm
Face to Face - On Campus (LA1-201)
CLA 392A
Prepare for Your Future Dream Job
Class #5774
- Does Your Future Job Require More Education?
- Types of Graduate Degrees & Programs
- Financial Costs & Benefits
WEEKS 1 - 5:
8/24/26 - 9/25/26
CLA 392B
How To Be a Successful Applicant
Class #5775
- Research Graduate Degrees & Programs
- Explore Where (and When) to Apply
- Discuss how to Request Letters of Recommendation
WEEKS 6 - 10:
9/28/26 - 10/30/26
CLA 392C
Preparing Your Application Materials
Class #5776
- Create Academic Resumes or CVs
- Write Your Personal Statement
- Design a Personal Educational & Career Plan
WEEKS 11 - 15:
11/2/26 - 12/11/26
Dr. Whitehead
M / W 2:00 - 3:15pm
Face to Face - On Campus (SPA-212)
CLA 394A
Preparing for Law School
Class #7986
- Courses, Grading, & Work Opportunities
- Understanding Legal Fields & Practice
- Assessing the Job Market
WEEKS 1 - 5:
8/24/26 - 9/25/26
CLA 394B
Be a Successful Applicant
Class #7987
- The Application Process
- Finalizing Schools & LSAT Exam
- Personal Statements & Recommendations
WEEKS 6 - 10:
9/28/26 - 10/30/26
CLA 394C
Admissions & Financial Aid
Class #7988
- Costs, Scholarships, Grants, & Loans
- Admission Decisions & Disappointments
- Negotiating with Law Schools
WEEKS 11 - 15:
11/2/26 - 12/11/26
