Major for a Day
Discover Your Future at Major for a Day!
Are you a high school junior or senior still exploring your college path? Join us for Major for a Day, an unforgettable on-campus experience designed to help you discover what excites you, what drives you, and what your future could really look like.
During this half-day event, you’ll be grouped with other students who share your academic interests and dive into a customized schedule filled with interactive sessions, real college classes, and hands-on activities led by expert faculty. You'll get to:
- Connect with professors and ask your burning questions about college majors and careers
- Tour our campus and get a feel for life at Buffalo State
- Hear from current students about what it’s really like to study your favorite subjects
- Participate in major-specific experiences, like conducting a nutrition lab, brainstorming business strategies, or exploring human behavior through psychology
- Learn about career paths connected to your interests and how our programs can help you get there
Whether you’re narrowing down your options or just starting to figure things out, Major for a Day is the perfect opportunity to explore, ask questions, and imagine your future. If you're interested in attending, speak to your guidance counselor!
Are you a high school teacher or guidance counselor interested in participating in this program? Fill out our interest form, and someone will be in touch!
“In such an intimate setting, high school students are able to build connections and become acquainted with Buffalo State’s campus in a way that is not possible through a campus tour,” according to Cecilia Pershyn, programming coordinator.
The event began with 10 to 12 prospective Bengals as an initiative to further engage students from the College Access Program (CAP). Thanks to a three-year grant from the Stenclik Family Charitable Fund, which covers transportation for high school students, Major for a Day has grown to include 50 area students. (The grant also supports program fees for free or reduced lunch CAP students and need-based scholarships for BOCES New Visions Education Pathway Academy.)
Za’carre Gigi, a senior at Cheektowaga High School, explored the psychology program during 2024’s April 12 event. Gigi had previously been on campus to play in a high school basketball game, but this was the first time he was able to explore, get lab tours and demonstrations, and meet faculty members and current students.
“It was a cool experience,” he said. “The facilities on campus are really nice. I am impressed by the internship opportunities available to undergrads at Buffalo State.”
Pershyn said CPS plans to host the event each semester, expand the number of participating departments, encourage interest in departments with lower enrollment, and strengthen relationships with the local community.