Berkeley, Illinois

How to pursue a career as a commercial artist/ art director?
What colleges would be best to apply to preferably staying within the Midwest?

Hi! I want to start a non profit which gives support to teen though online a platform like connecting them to other teen for help or like counselor at 0 cost. I actually experience and struggle with finding help with my depression as a teens and I wanted to start this non-profit to help those...

Hi! I'm currently a sophomore and 15 years old. I want to start cold emailing for research opportunities, but I'm not sure where to begin. Should I email a professor or a graduate student and ask if they know of any professors who have openings? I saw someone recommend that approach. Do you...

Im from Gairfield Ridge, speak both English and Spanish

- Senior
- Carmel Catholic High School
- Sports Management
- Football & Tennis

I am in 12th grade and am going into college next year. I enjoy biology and health and want to pursue engineering, but am unsure if I should do another type of engineering.

I'm interested in a career focused on Federal investigations, specifically psychological analytics. I would really like to be able to experience what it would be like however I'm worried I wont be able to find an internship that covers the crucial experience I need to know this field of study...

Financial aid's a broad term that covers scholarships, loans, etc. I was wondering for example, Loyola gives you a 32k scholarship. Would that be all the money you recieve? Or later in the early spring, they look at whatever FASFA sends over?

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I'm currently a high school senior prepping to enter college, pursuing a degree in developmental psychology. I've always loved helping people and would love to learn more about this field!

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Hi there! I am in 12th grade, and I'm planning to pursue medical school after earning a degree in neuroscience. I'm aware of the time, debt, and sacrifice that come with this path, but I'm trying to get a realistic and holistic understanding of what this field truly demands. Receiving honest...

I am in 12th grade hoping to major in biology next year on a pre-med track. I am interested in helping people, and hopefully traveling the world healing people once I become a doctor. I want to best prepare myself in college, so that I have high chances of being accepted into medical school.

I am currently an accounting major at Elgin Community College, and plan to transfer to a four-year college in Fall 2026. I have taken a few accounting courses and would like to gain work experience before I graduate.

I'm interested in studying Forensics, and though I believe I can handle complex cases, I want to know how It effects other Forensic Scientists so I can be aware.

I am worried about how to balance academic load with sports, work, and social activities. #Fall25

I am concerned about the adjustment to college and would like to know the best tips for staying on top of grades and balancing sports, work and social activities.

I am currently a Senior at York Community High School in Elmhurst IL, I am interested in possibly going into healthcare but also business but am trying to figure out how I can integrate the two together, I want to make sure that the major I choose is something that I will enjoy for the rest of...

Is criminal justice and or political science a good major to prepare for law school? And if not what is the most important things to practice to prepare for law school?

Hey everyone! I’m a senior in highschool right now, and I will be going to college to study accounting and international business!
I have a question - what is the best way to study for finals and midterms in college?
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looking for advice on brands of tools to use/avoid, dealerships that are good/bad, job positions, the do's and the dont's basically.

Where are the best forums to introduce yourself as freelance (for someone soon to have animation degree) to get hired for jobs and recruited for team projects ?

I want to become an anesthesiologist assistant even though STEM is not my strong suit. How can I power through and succeed?

I feel like everyone either chooses a major based on thier skills or their passion in that field. However as someone who hasnt really figured out what they want to do in life how did you guys know what you wanted to do with your degree and still be happy?

Ive always struggled with answering what exactly i want to do with my future. I dont really have a set goal in mind with what i wanna do i just know that it has something to do with Arts. I also have a great passion writing and journalism which is a career im thinking of exploring too.

How Often did you have to practice on the software to start getting a solid starting point for 3d animation? Practice hours? What steps and how many trial and errors to get a solid grasp for the software?

I am a sophomore in Purdue University studying Computer Engineering. I enjoy programming, creating circuits, and learning new things.

When you believe you have undiagnosed mental problems, what is the best way to talk notes? The field that I am in requires a lot of noting taking.

I'm 17 and a high school senior. I hate being asked what my goals are and where I see myself in the future because I rarely ever think deeply about it. So, it's a real problem when I want to do something like apply for a scholarship and have to write an essay about it. Am I supposed to know...

With the use of a.i. progressing at a rapid rate, how do you think the fashion industry will be affected?

I'm a high school senior trying to swim through the pool of life. I have support but it all just seems overwhelming sometimes. What to do? Where to go? How to go? THE QUESTIONS ARE ENDLESS

What are the best interview answers to commonly asked questions? #fall25

I'm currently a senior in high school, and have intentions to major in mechanical engineering (BS). What are some internship or study abroad programs that I can take summer of 2026 before I start college that would help boost my skills, experience hands-on research and/or projects, and learn in...

When applying to software engineering positions and the like, people often recommend doing Leetcode, but I'm not sure if it would be the same for other roles!

Highschool, Going to college

internships, opportunities,

As a freshman in the Grainger College of Engineering at UIUC, I’m thinking about how to navigate an increasingly competitive career landscape. How can I pursue professional success while also staying aligned with my personal goals and sense of fulfillment? Can anyone share some thoughtful advice?

I am currently a student in community college; I am transferring next fall to earn my bachelor's degree in health science or a related major. Please share your best pieces of advice that have helped you in either school or your career.

What specifically should I look into as an undergrad?

I'm a high school senior with a 3.56 GPA. Any tips on finding scholarship opportunities?

I have been applying for scholarships but they won’t give me an answer till January to March.

In what part does someone's life change where they grow and mature?

I am majoring in elementary education and have had experience observing in 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade classrooms. What are some of the most effective ways to teach students who deliberately refuse to participate and engage in class?

I know internships are really important for post-college career development and I would like to know at what point should I be starting to look for them.

I need some practical, easily implemented advice on how to manage my time in college, specifically the workload, not so much personal healthcare.

I know networking is very important post-college. Could you please give me some tips to do it more effectively?

I’m still figuring out what I want to do with my psychology degree. I was thinking school counselor or something along helping children with their mental health.

I want to do cheer in college and tryouts aren't till May most of the time. I don't want to decide on a school and not be able to cheer there.

I want to be able to use my love for fashion to help brands build their market and sell the clothing.

Hi Im a high school senior and i was wondering the steps i need to take to become a occupational therapist.

I'm a sophomore in high school and I'm trying to look at all of my options. I want to know if there's a difference in the schooling. If I take the Dental Hygienist course, would I be able to take a year or two of college more, or is it a whole different thing? Any answers would be much appreciated.

I'm trying to figure out what I want to do after high school, and I'm trying to learn a bit about some things that sound interesting to me. I'd heard about anesthesiology a bit, but I've honestly been a bit scared by it. I know they deal with high stress moments that need quick thinking. How...