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Make It Mean More

Your True North Journey: A Signature Four-Year Experience at CSB+SJU

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WHAT IS THE

True
North
Journey

It’s Saint Ben’s and Saint John’s distinct four-year experience: a path you build, based on mentorship, reflection and real-world learning so you can make sure your time here leads to more than just a major.

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The Four-Year Experience

YEAR 1

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Chart Your Path

Explore your strengths, values and aspirations and start to discover who you are.

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YEAR 2

Test Your Path

Consider bold ideas, push at the edges of what’s possible and grow your confidence.

YEAR 3

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Build

Round out your skills, expand your reach and lead the way forward with clarity.

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YEAR 4

Launch

Take big steps to transition toward post-grad life – you’re ready for this!

Meet Your True
North Team

Big journeys need savvy guides. These are the partners who will support you every step of the way – advisors, mentors and peers who will help you connect your search for purpose to real-world action.

Academic Navigator

Here’s help with everything from exploring majors to building a four-year plan (and staying on track).

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Career Navigator

Translate your interests and academic experiences into real-world opportunities for the future.

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Network Guide

Connect to resources like the legendary Bennie/Johnnie alum network as you make contacts, find mentorship and develop career insights.

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