Is a Double Major Worth It? Part 2

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For students passionate about music but also drawn to other academic interests, a double major can be an exciting way to explore multiple fields while broadening career opportunities. Balancing two majors, however, requires dedication and careful planning in order to develop diverse skills and deepen their expertise without significantly extending their time in school.

Balancing Passion and Practicality with a Double Major, Part 1

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For students passionate about music, the decision to pursue a degree in the field is an exciting one. However, some students may also have other academic interests or career aspirations beyond music. In these cases, a double major can be a great way to explore multiple passions, develop diverse skills, and expand career opportunities.

Henry Godfrey Finds His Beat for His Future Music Career

Jazz drummer, Henry Godfrey is pictured outside. Trees are in the background and he is holding two drumsticks against his right shoulder.
When Godfrey began working with IMS, he was tasked with developing an understanding of what he wanted his life to be like in the first four years of school, then five years after that, and then ten years after that. This personalized and unique approach opened his thoughts up to exploring career goals and building actionable plans to reach them.