Changing your major in college | James Blazina

Introduction:
Navigating college can be hard. The pandemic had a major impact on student success. Today, I talk to James Blazina, Haile Fellow, about his experience and how it impacted his academic success.
Segment 1: Shout Out to a Influential Professor
Dr. A gives a shout-out to a professor who played a crucial role in shaping his academic journey.
Segment 2: Interview with James Blazina - Breaking the Ice and Bulldozing Awkwardness*
Dr. A talks to James about his unique ability to break the ice and overcome awkwardness, sharing his experiences from working at UPS.
Segment 3: Creating a Community Vibe in Academia
James shares insights into creating a sense of belonging for students and fostering a community vibe, especially in his role as a TA for the Principles of Macro class.
Segment 4: Switching Majors - Personal Stories and Challenges
James discusses his journey of switching majors, initially pursuing environmental science and later transitioning to marketing. He shares the challenges and decision-making process behind this switch.
Segment 5: Joining the Haile Fellow Program
James talks about his experience in the Haile Fellow program, his first project, and how it helped him develop valuable skills like public speaking, teamwork, and problem-solving.
Segment 6: Overcoming GPA Challenges in Job Search
Dr. A and James discuss the impact of GPA on job opportunities and the challenges faced by individuals with non-traditional academic paths. They emphasize the importance of looking beyond GPA to recognize diverse experiences and skills.
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[@Antowan]

Amazing conversation! I wish James all the best in his future!

[@EconWithDrA]

Thanks for watching. James is a great person

[@beccawilson7063]

James is the coolest! So thankful the fellows program brought me his friendship.

[@janetharrah8407]

James, great interview. I didn’t realize I was supposed to check your GPA before asking you to work for CEAD. I have never checked any applicant’s GPA. I have found work experience, recommendations, cover letters, and resumes are much better measures. In your case, I went with Dr. A’s recommendation. Turned out to be a good decision on my part.

[@EconWithDrA]

Thanks for trusting my recommendation and for your efforts to build our RA team