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What is the best way to choose a career path?
Hello! I am a high school senior attending UCLA in the fall. I have always been interested in science, and reading, learning, and understanding cells has always been one of my favorite pastimes. As I am approaching the time to select my college classes, what are the most effective strategies...
What is the best way to manage my time as a biochem major?
I'm currently a senior in high school preparing to transition to college and I was curious on how to best manage my time. I know the workload for science majors is heavier but I also wanted to get involved in other school activities and maintain a social life as well. Would it still be possible...
What was your route to becoming a clinical lab scientist?
What was your route to becoming a clinical lab scientist? I hear you can do directly to a bachelor program or you can get a degree in biology and then find a school or hospital that can help you get your license. I am currently a biology student and I want more information on the route where...
Is college scary?
Is being out of state, more independent, and being by yourself scary? How do people cope with being homesick?
What Should you have prepared when becoming an Agriculture teacher snd if there are any tips for successful lesson plans ?
Questions about how to be successful in your field of choice
What habits have served you the best throughout your time in college and beyond? #Spring25
Any notable habits (academic, mental, physical, spiritual, etc.) would be great to know.
As a soon to be mother, how do I manage having a child all while attending school and a part time job as well?
Im a 19-year-old college student that's expecting a baby in august. How can I time manage all of my priorities and responsibilities including my education.
How do I prevent future burnout from a career I worked so hard for?#Spring25
I have goals of furthering my education in a career I am passionate about. However, I am worried about the possible burnout I could receive, fearing that a career I once loved, will end up being a waste of money. I would like to know what tips or practices you've set in place to prevent such...
How do you start networking with others while in college?
Hello, Im currently a second-year undergrad. My question is how do you get started with networking while in college to ensure you have connections after graduating? Everybody says how important it is but i'm not sure how to start. #Spring25
How much do job recruiters look at GPA as a determinent for hiring someone?
Are grades something I need to be stressing out about? i.e., if I were to get a C as a final grade in one of my major college classes, do I need to worry about it, or perhaps retake the class?
How can high school students who are unsure on what to pursue find out what they should study for in college?
What I am looking for is methods in which students can determine what careers they may and may not be interested in
How can I maintain a social life when engaged in a full-time, accelerated nursing program?
I was accepted into a Entry-Level Master's in Nursing Program which will take up a majority of my life for the next three years. How can I squeeze in time to socialize and maintain a healthy lifestyle?
What is the best advice for preparing for job interviews?
More directed towards residency interviews.
Is the ROI of a college eduction plummeting because of AI, outsourcing, and sky-high debt?
We don’t know the ceiling on artificial intelligence. Are we bottle-necked 1x, 2x, or 50+x from here? How long until we reach AGI? People go into six figures debt for degrees, including in traditionally high ROI fields like engineering, and still struggle to land a job. If things keeps scaling...
What is the best way to absorb information as a student who forgets important things quickly?
Ever since I was younger, I have had a difficult time remembering important information. It hasn't affected me throughout high school greatly, but I am worried for how it might affect me in College.
How would I become a CRNA after I finish my schooling to become a RN?
I am planning on becoming a registered nurse first, but after that, what do I have to do to become a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist? I would like to have that specialty but I don't know how to accomplish that.
What is the best part of being a part of the medical field?
I am currently starting a medical assisting program and am curious to what to look forward to in the future.
When studying for a Psychology degree, what required course surprised you by being more helpful and applicable than you expected??
There are some courses required that look like they may be boring. I'm hoping that others with experience will give insight to courses that surprised them by being helpful or insightful. #Spring25
What does the process look like to become an environmental lawyer #Spring25?
I'm about to finish my third year of college at a VERY small school, and I'm not sure how to approach applying to law school. Any stories would help!
How can I use my life experiences to do better in the education aspect of life?
I am struggling with finding myself, life happens and I drop-in classes; grades drop, and it takes me some time to get back up. How can I switch or get up faster?
How can this website help me do better in life?
I want to excel in life, and I want to take every opportunity I have to excel.
Is it still safe to pursue a career within the FBI? #Spring25
With all the turmoil happening in DC and with many government agencies being dismantle, is it wise to pursue a career within the FBI. I am a high school senior planning to major in Chemistry/Forensic Science with the hopes of landing a career in the FBI however I am nervous if there will be any...
How do I become an actress as a beginner?
I am a Film student focusing on cinematography, but I also have a passion for acting but I am not sure how to pursue it.
What is the pathway that I should take to become a pilot?
Should I join the military or go to college? Should I look into getting more scholarships or taking out a loan?
What do you recommend to focus on first when entering a college setting How do I balance my work and my friends that i will be soon to meet??
I am a high school senior entering college in the Fall.
How can someone incorporate daily self-care while serving in the mental health field?
I am currently a first-year graduate student. Thank you!
How do costume designers balance creative vision with the practical needs of actors and the overall production?
I am going to be studying costume design in the fall and I am struggling on how to balance my creative vision.
What is the best way to make connections in college for a career in the film industry, namely with regard to acting, writing, cinematography, and/or directing?
What is the best way to make connections in college for a career in the film industry, namely with regard to acting, writing, cinematography, and/or directing? I am a graduating high school senior with zero connections with any other filmmakers or artists. I am looking to break out of my shell...
What career paths would you recommend for someone who came to the U.S. after fleeing conflict and starting over with a language barrier, and who now wants to turn that struggle into a purpose — not just for survival, but to make a real difference?
I came to the United States from Afghanistan after the Taliban took over. Back home, I didn’t have access to education, especially as a girl, and when I arrived here, I struggled with the language barrier. Despite all of that, I’ve been working hard to succeed in school. I’m still figuring out...
How can I decide between studying nursing or radiology? #Spring25
As a senior in high school I am stuck between choosing nursing or radiology. What advice to you have?
How do you fight burnout (culture) in law school?
Is law school as hard as everyone says it is? What makes law school students so prone to burnout?
What kind of jobs can I get related to medical anthropology ?
Right now I’m a third year anthropology major at UCR. I’ve recently gained an interest in medical anthropology, but I’m not really sure what jobs are related to it.
What traits are most important to succeed in college and what should I be doing in the summer to prepare for it as I’m entering as a business administration Marjor? #Spring25
As a senior in high school I want to be prepared for college and as much as I can. Wether that is getting advise from college villige or looking for a mentor to guide me during college.
Why is it required that students don’t get paid for clinical trials?
Why is it required that students don’t get paid when clinical trials start? It’s 6 months of dedicating our time and gas which will lead us to not having an open schedule to get a job that does pay us so why can’t we as students get paid for clinical?
What scholarships are easy to get if you need financial aid?
majoring in child development and I’m a high school senior right now
What should I watch/read/listen to in the world of absurdism/existentialism literature or the two theories themselves?
After reading Camus' The Stranger and learning a little about Kafka, I've become fascinated with the ideas of absurdism and existentialism. If anyone can recommended me any YouTube videos, similar novels to Stranger, or any podcasts or audiobooks on said topics, I'd really appreciate it. I'm...
How do I get into existentialism/absurdism in film?
Earlier I was asking how to sink myself into the world of film history. As time went on, I became interested in the world of absurdism/existentialism after reading Albert Camus' The Stranger and Franz Kafka. How do I learn more about these theories specifically in film?
Experiences in the hospitality field
I am planning to pursue a career in the hospitality field (likely some sort of business administration but I would like to work in tourism or as a flight attendant.) What has the experience working in this field been like for you? What are the pros and cons I should know about, and tell me as...
How do extend my career in radiology from an X ray tech to PACS analyst or EPIC or others?
Right now I’m still a college student and just wondering besides the other modalities in Radiology starting as a X ray tech. Any other tips would be appreciated as well since I am just venturing every opportunity after graduating. I do value a work life balance and wish to provide for more my...
What major/college courses should I take to become a video game designer/engineer?
I'm planning for college (in my not-so-distant future). What college courses should I take, and/or what major should I choose, if I'm interested in becoming a video game designer/engineer?
Which is more hireable: A double BA in physics and math, or a BS in physics?
do employers actually value well-rounded candidates, or do they just want specialists?
Motivation and Memory.
First of all, I wanted to say to all the people who took the time and given me their support. Thank you all so much, it means a lot to me. Now onto the point: I have a terrible time at keeping myself Motivated enough to do my work or anything that I didn't finish after school. The moment I go...
How can I really sink myself into the world of film history/film teaching?
I already write short reviews on Letterboxd, I made my own separate Instagram on film itself, but how can really dedicate myself to cinema and film studies? Any advice helps, thank you!
What is the best way to become an art therapist with a BA in Studio Art?
I have a BA in Studio Art from CSULA, and I would like to go back to school to become an Art Therapist. With that said, does anyone know if it's better to go to a school that has an Art Therapy graduate program or would it be more advantageous to get into a Masters program for clinical psychology?
What am I supposed to be doing?
How do I start on Python?
How to I know what is wrong with the coding?
What to do if I'm unsure how to replace bad coding?
What are the best universities in California for degrees in film studies/film history?
In the meantime, what should I do to prepare? I'm currently taking a "Survey of global cinema" class in community college.
What is it like to be a Neuropathologist?
I was wondering if anyone had information about pursuing a career in Neuropathology, what it is like to become a Neuropathologist, and what exactly you do as a Neuropathologist. If you have any information it will be very appreciated!
What is the hardest part about studying to be a veterinary technician?
What was the hardest subject to understand when studying to be a veterinary technician? And what is something you recommend to help me prepare for this corse?
Are there any tips for asking doctors for a mentorship opportunity through email?
I'm a high school student and I have been emailing several doctors (psychiatrists) if they will let me be a mentee under them over the summer. Any tips for structure, style, and requirements that will help me in this process? I'm new to this and not sure how to approach this situation. My...
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