Ankeny, Iowa
As a woman have you ever felt discouraged going into a male dominated field?
As a woman wanting to go into a male dominated field I often find it scary thinking there won't be much women around me. Have you ever been discouraged from it? How did you deal with it?
How do you recommend making friends in college?
I'm starting college in a few months and I've unfortunately been friendless throughout high school. This has mainly been due to social anxiety and lack of social skills.
How to narrow down my interest into one major?
I’m in highschool right now. I’m still not sure what I want to do. There’s so much that I am interested in. How do I narrow all of my interests down into one major?
What's a good minor to accompany a dance major looking to open her own studio after college?
Hey! I am a competitive dancer and plan to major in dance. I am a 2021 high school senior and interested in getting a business or kinesiology minor as well. I also love organizing and decorating and have considered possibly minoring in interior decorating. Any advice?? Thank you!! #dance...
How do I find a job that I want im lost on what to pursue in my career and I feel like its getting too late and that im running out out of time?
Time out of your days are really important to use for such interests that you like
where do I start looking for my first time job?
I am in 11th grade and want to work at a game store #jobs
What is the best path I would need to go after to become a Photographer Or Videographer ?
I've been doing wildlife photography and making my own videos on YouTube and Instagram. I have started a business but would like to work for a company or people. I applied for video productions this fall, but would like to find photography jobs beforehand that I can have experience in doing...
What is a life skill you learned your senior year of high school?
I’m a senior looking for advice
How do I know when and how to get started on my career path?
I want to learn how to start getting attributes with jobs manual labor jobs.
how do get a job that I could earn experience from where do I even start from? ?
how do get a job that I could earn experience from? where do I even start from?
What are the benefits of attending a job fair as a freshman in college?
#jobfair #job-search #first-job
how can I find the right job for me?
I want to be a therapist for mental health and I want to be a person that does hair makeup and nails. I suffer from mental health and i want to help people with the same problems as me
Good Engineering Schools in the South
What are some solid engineering programs in the south, I'd like to pursue this as my major, but also steer clear of Georgia Tech. #college #engineering #college-major
What to major in? International business or political science, or both?
I am curious as to what kinda of career paths I can do. I love traveling so I've thought of consulting, but I am not positive about that. I for sure want to major in International Business, On the other hand I am very interested in Politics so I am not sure what to major in. Is there a job that...
What alternative careers are there for graduating architecture students with GIS experience?
I have recently invested a lot of energy into learning ArcGIS pro and am interested in a career path that would utilize this skill. I think it would be really interesting to work with communities on digitizing historic data through GIS. What options are there available for me outside of...
Starting a day center for adults with special needs
Hi! So I want to start a day center for adults with special needs...a place where they can come during the day and have social interaction so their parents can go to work. I am planning on majoring in Business Administration-Entrepreneurship. What should I minor in...physchology? or what.. also...
how many time i need to learn python ??
i need to learn python in short time , any advice ?
Is it normal for a company to offer internship work without compensation?
I have seen some job posting for intern work online that indicates applicants should expect little to no compensation for their efforts, and may not be credited in the final projects.. basically all we would get is experience? It sounds like a scam, how can companies do that? #work #internships...
Would I be able to double major in Music and Psychology and go into music therapy?
Hi there! I'm a junior in high school and looking to go into a career in music therapy. Realistically, with my situation, I'm going to go to an in-state college, but I most definitely will not be attending the two that offer music therapy degrees.
What if your dream job doesn't turn out to be a dream?
I am in my second year of college, and I still don't know what career path I would like to go down. I have several things that I am passionate about (music, animals, art, psychology, public relations, etc.), but I am worried that if I choose one, it will be the wrong one. I'm afraid of entering...
How do I decide on my major and college?
I declared my major as Social work but am considering pursuing communication studies with a minor in psych? I am currently enrolled in an out of state college for fall 2023 (public university) that offers in-state tuition! I registered for classes at the start of this month and declared my...
why would a company reject a 16-year-old looking for a job to earn experience?
why would a company reject a 16-year-old looking for a job to earn experience ?
Do you have to you spend all of your time in college on your education or do you have some free time?
I would like to do some other fun things other than focusing on education during college. #fun #college
How much office space is needed to start a new game company.
My friend and I are working on a project for entrepreneurship class. #video-games #console-games
How do I tell my parents that I didn't make it into my dream school?
I was really excited to go and we spent a lot of time and money on visits and making arrangements in case I was accepted. Now I didn't even make it through the first round of applicants. I don't know how to bring it up to my parents without making it sound like it isn't a big deal....
When is going to community college first not a good idea?
#internships #business #math #job-search
How do you stand out in a masculine field of work?
As a girl, I would like to know what will help me to stand out in such a male dominant field of practice because that is what gets you to success, to stand out. #engineering #biomedical-engineering #chemical-engineering
How much does a typical Mechanical engineer make a year?
I was wondering what would be the average salary someone in this position would make a year for their financial status. #engineering #mechanical-engineering #mechanical-engineer #financial-planning
How will internship experience help me in college?
I want to go into the medical field, so when I found the opportunity to do an internship at a local clinic, I just on the opportunity. I know it is good to have prior experience in a field but I am unsure what the actual benefits are. #internships #medicine #healthcare...
What is the equipment needed to make a game. (software, computer systems, artist stuff, ect....)
My friend and I are working on a project for our entrepreneurship class. #video-games #video-game-development #video-game-production
How do you choose a career as a Communications major?
I am in my second year of college as a Communications major. Communications is extremely broad and there are countless avenues it could take you. I was wondering as someone with a very broad major who has several passions, what is the best way for me to choose a career path? Have any other...
How many years of collage are required to become a lawyer?
what is the minimum amount?
What do employers look for most in students looking for jobs/careers in engineering?
I want to finish college and join the work force successfully #engineering #school-counseling
I would like to know how much capital is needed to start up a new game company?
My friend and I are writing a business plan, in our entrepreneurship class, over a console game company #entrepreneurship #video-games #entrepreneur #startups #start-ups #console-games
What sort of classes do you need to take?
I want to pursue a career in Architecture and would like to know what sort of classes and I should look into for the near future. #architecture #futurecareer
How many days a week do you work as a mechanical engineer?
I was wondering if it would be a normal day job or if you would have to work overtime or odd hours. #engineering #mechanical-engineering #mechanical-engineer
What computer programming language(s) and/or computing environments are most critical for theoretical astrophysicists?
I am a senior in high school and will graduate from high school in a few weeks. This fall, I start college and will double-major in physics and astronomy. My ultimate goal is to earn a PhD in Theoretical Astrophysics. While an undergraduate, it is imperative for me to gain computer...
Can anyone advise me on how to graduate college as an RN and do so debt free?
Looking towards the future is always important. I have to have goals in place to motivate me and give me direction in my life. I was raised by a single mother and Financial responsibilities can consume and control you. I want to start a nursing career someday and help others, and how is...
What is a good way to go into college knowing the activities you would like to be involved in, all the while having an idea of your limits as a first year student?
I am a very involved high school student and am planning on continuing this trend in college. Is there a #limit ? How can #involvedstudents know their limit with #collegeactivities ?
Does it matter what degree you have when applying for a job in National Security positions?
I want a position within the National Security arena. When my area of interest is in the National Security area I want to either prepare myself for a good career in business, without eliminating myself for a position with either the CIA (National Security) or FBI. #national-security #career...
In what kind of professions can you do victim/minority advocacy?
#communityoutreach #advocacy #restorativejustice #law #law-enforcement #criminal-justice #community #outreach #nonprofit #service #social-service #social-work
What are some companies that manufacture video games?
My friend and I are working on a project for entrepreneurship class. #games #video-game-production
If I go into special education would I be stuck in that field?
I have heard this is true. #teaching #teacher #special-needs
Will emailing professors at my top choice school increase my chances of being accepted?
I was advised to email the music professor who would be in charge of my studio and begin developing a relationship with him before he sees my audition because it would increase my chances of being accepted. In theory, this sounds logical, but does it work? Ethics aside.
#music
How will a neurological sleep disorder affect my college experience?
I was diagnosed with narcolepsy during the summer of 2017. Prior to my diagnosis, I was constantly falling asleep during class and while doing homework and was unable to focus. Although I am on medication, I am not sure how the stress and fast pace college life will be affected by it....
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