Belleville, Illinois
I’m taking the A+ Program… what would be the best course of action to take, apply+enrollment into community college and for about a year and a half to 2 years and the transfer to a 4 year institutions… or should I just just start and end that same institution?
#collegedecisions
#financialworries
#I’mconfusedrn
I’m wanting to major in a variation of with mathematics or chemistry; however, I don’t know which would be more beneficial to me, so which one should I go for?
#college/universities #help #future #student
What are the chances of getting recruited and playing a collegiate sport?
I have been running track almost my whole life. I am somewhat good nationally and exceptional at my school district. I have done well in the past but this year I performed badly. #career-choice #higher-education #sports
Is it worth putting all the time and money into going to medical school?
I am debating either becoming a medical doctor or a PA. I want the pay and title of a doctor. However, I also am not sure I want to spend all the time and money for the education of becoming one. #doctor #doctorate-degree #phd #student-loans #medicine #doctors
I want to study the performing arts in college, but I can't decide what to major in.
I love all aspects of the entertainment industry. Whether that be theatre, film or even singing. But I can't decide what major would be the most beneficial. #advice #major #college
What's the most difficult part about applying for a college?
Between the essays and everything else, what do you find the hardest to perfect? #advice
What will help me stand out to colleges as I’m applying?
I recently noticed my GPA is a 3.3 unweighted and a 3,9 weighted as I’ve been taking honors since freshman year. This kind of worried me as I saw the acceptance rates regarding gpa for certain colleges. #help #advice #gpa
#college-selection
What will help me stand out to colleges as I’m applying?
I recently noticed my GPA is a 3.3 unweighted and a 3,9 weighted as I’ve been taking honors since freshman year. This kind of worried me as I saw the acceptance rates regarding gpa for certain colleges. #help #advice #gpa
#college-selection
What would be a beneficial minor next to a psychology major?
I want to be a child psychologist one day, but some schools I plan to apply for require a minor. I want to be able to help individuals and have thought about opening a mental health store. This makes me wonder if business might be a good minor. #university #psychology #majors-and-minors...
Would you have time to be in a sorority and major in pre-vet, or does one fall short?
#prevet #sorority #choosing #veterinarian
After college, how should you ensure that you're not wasting your degree?
#degree #lifeaftercollege #help #socialsciences
What are some regrets from your Under-grad?
Just looking for some hindsight #advice
Would you take different college courses if you were to work with exotic animals rather than pets?
Working with animals than you are more likely to see in zoos seems to be more challenging and an experience worth having. I know that not all animals have the same anatomy set up and I'm curious as to if you learn all the anatomy in verterinary school or just the common anatomy's such as the...
Will volunteering at local animal shelters help me better prepare for a future career as a veterinarian ?
Animals have been my passion since I can remember. When other people see animal they might make a comment and leave the subject alone, but when animals are in my eyesight, they are all I focus on until they are away from me. My dream is to help animals be as healthy as they are able to be....
What are some good ways to study, other than rereading notes?
#school #class #tests #studying-tips
What are some good ways to study, other than rereading notes?
#school #class #tests #studying-tips
What kinds of careers exist for those passionate about both medicine and politics/law?
Hi! I am a current junior with a passion for law and medicine and am working towards an international career that involves advocacy and research. Unlike the process of becoming a doctor, the pathway to my dream profession is not as clearly defined. Now that I'm halfway through my college...
How do I start prepping for my first AP exam without overloading my brain to the point of a headache?
This school year, I have my first AP exam in us history and I would like to know how to prepare without causing headaches due to an overload of content. #APexams
How can I boost my scholarship potential?
I have been trying since 8th grade and I am now in 10th grade so I was wondering how to boost my scholarship potential.#scholarships
How do I, a young writer, pitch my book to publishers?
I am a writer and I would like to pitch my book of poetry to publishers. Which publishers are most open to publishing new, young writers?
#creative-writing #poetry #publishing
What kind of companies are looking for social media experts?
Which marketing firms / companies should I apply to in order to use my expertise?
#socialmedia #social-media-marketing #marketing
What is the potential to make connections for a future career at a private university verses a large public university?
I am a Junior at a St. Louis area high school looking at my options for colleges. To help me decide where to go if I am accepted I am looking for feedback regarding connections available at smaller private universities. I am a person who gets along with pretty much everyone and will have no...
As a mechanical engineer when did you pick out what specific you wanted to work at?
I'm in my second year of school and I feel like I am behind because I do not know what I want to do with this degree yet. There is no specific subfield that I want to go into. #mechanical-engineering
What are some challeges mechanical engineers face when working?
It's still taking me a while to figure out whether this will be the best career for me. I want to know eveything before I finish college. #mechanical-engineering #engineering
How long can it typically take to establish youself as an artist after college?
I want to do art for a living, but I know I need to establish myself if I want to be successful. #fine-arts #success #life-after-college #jobs #fine-art-photography #photography
What jobs can you get with a photography major?
I'm strongly considering doing a photography major, but other than working as a freelance photographer or working for a magazine company, I don't know of many jobs that are specifically for photographers. #photography #majors #job
Teachers, do you like what you do? And if so can you explain what you like about your job?
I am looking to be a teacher, and I believe it will be nice and informing to know what other teachers think about their job, Thanks!
#teaching #education
I want to be a teacher because I love to interact with people, and kids are easy to understand and it’s great to watch them grow. But can someone give me optimism on the pay, and being able to support a family on the income?
I want to become a teacher, but the pay may not be enough to support a family I might possibly want in the future. #education #teaching #children #working-with-children #salary
I have no idea what I want to major in what is the best way to find out?
#college #college-major #undecided
What does a week look like for an account at a firm like Nike vs a small business owner?
I took accounting as a junior and never fully understood what the difference in jobs a big time company accountant would do vs a small mom and pop shop. #accountant
I do not know what majors to do in college and I would love to know some tips in becoming a nonprofit lawyer.
I want to become a nonprofit lawyer, (a lawyer who helps with advocacy, public defense, legal services, etc.) #college #lawyer #majors #and #nonprofit
Does the amount of Federal Student Aid increase when applying for a 4 year college?
I am currently enrolled in a community college and have been granted $5,000 in student aid for full time, and was wondering if when I transfer that the amount granted would pay for the yearly tuition of a four-year school. #graduate-school #college-admissions #federal-government #federal-work-study
What classes are out there for Customer Service representatives?
I really need to work on my social skills and I know that there are speech classes, but I want to know what classes are specifically for working in Customer Service. #customer-service #social-skills #customer-support
Which businesses/jobs have prerequisites of Microsoft Office experience?
I am currently studying to obtain my Microsoft Master Certificate for 2013 Word, and will be obtaining my Excel Expert later on. I really was wondering about how often MOS experience is needed and who would be impressed by it. #business #office-management #microsoft-office #prerequisites...
What is more important: Programming Languages or Bilingual Languages when it comes to Information Technology in Business?
Currently, I am earning a degree in Information Systems Technology but plan on going into a transferable degree. What I am leaning towards is working as an administrative assistant and working my way up in the business world. Although, I am a little curious on what would suit the job better....
How far can a recommendation go when it comes to a career in Business?
I am currently working towards a degree in Information Systems Technology, but I plan on someday either becoming a worker as an administrative assistant and working up or owning my own business. #business-management #business-development #recruiting #office-administration #referrals...
How would I help implement my Microsoft abilities into a career in business?
I am currently earning my degree in Information Systems Technology but am planning in going into the business part of IT. Also, I am earning my Microsoft certifications - going for the MOS Master certificate. #information-technology #business-intelligence #microsoft-office #presentations...
What things can I do to help brand my Twitch streams/YouTube videos?
I am more of asking this question for my brother, of whom is starting his own Twitch streams and is looking to gain more subscribers. #graphic-design #social-media #youtube #video-production #personal-branding #online-video-streaming #twitch
What kind of jobs are out there for someone who just wants to live stream and play video games?
My brother and I have thrown around the idea of someday uploading videos onto YouTube and becoming really popular. Although recently I have been really busy with college, and my brother got hurt while working in the Carpentry field. So, he has to take nerve supplements and all he can really do...
Does a Gold level in the NCRC mean that I am actually ready for a job, or is it just an ego boost?
I scored a Gold in the National Career Readiness certification exam and wondered about its 90% qualifier. And I wonder if it just judges the test taker by their abilities on the job or just at testing in general. #job-search #job-skills #employee-training #employee-benefits #ncrc
Is it possible to put two partitions on a hard-drive and split the windows installation with a partition and use the other to store files?
I hear often that many schools and companies use a deep freeze and store their data on separate networks. So, I wonder if it would be easier to store and boot windows from a separate partition and use the other to store data. I wonder what issues this will cause, but I also wonder if this would...
What are the prerequisites to become a professor at a college?
I am studying Information Systems Technology and am planning on becoming a teacher some day. #teaching #professor #information-technology #university-teaching
Does the National Career Readiness certification imply that your employer will want to promote you?
When I was taking the National Career Readiness certification (NCRC) exam, there were many people who are being employed by places like Fanuiel and Eastman Chemical. So, I wonder if their employers actually want to promote them or if they just want to see their employee's status....
Is it common for employers to offer education to their employees?
I am curious because many of my friends, including my brother, have been offered a paid tuition to attend college. So, I wonder if when I get a job, is it likely that I will have an employer that will want me to continue my education. #higher-education #employer-relations #employee-training...
What type of businesses offer programs to teach customer service, project management, or team-work?
I am planning to go into system administrations and wonder what types of programs I will have to attend to obtain the job and/or put on my resume. #project-management #resume-writing #customer-service #team-leadership #system-administration #team-work
How does the Phi Theta Kappa seal on my degree affect my means of employment?
Just the other day I was invited to join Phi Theta Kappa and was wondering what it actually looks like to employers. #community-college #associates-degree #employee-benefits #employee-recognition #phi-theta-kappa
How often do employers acknowledge the National Career Readiness Certification?
I am going to be taking the certification exam tomorrow and I am wondering if actually obtaining the certification is of any worth to employers. #employee-training
What type of qualifications do I need to become an administrative assistant or manager?
I have basic certifications for Microsoft Office and am attending college for a degree in Information Systems Technology, but I wonder what all I can do with that degree in terms of network management and administration. #management #information-technology #administration #project-management...
What is the best online program for obtaining cyber-security experience?
I may be planning on going into the cyber-security/network security, so I was wondering where and what would offer me the best experience and knowledge on security basics at any place and anytime. #networking #cyber-security #computer-security #it-management #online-learning #network-security...
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