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How do I use AI in a purposeful way as I enter my field of study?
I know that AI can be used as a tool in studying. I want to use it in a way that is helpful but doesn't affect how I learn.
Hi, my name is Angel i'm 12 y/o and in 7th grade in Oxnard Ca, I'm wondering what types of jobs I can get legally do.
I'm saving up for college, and for other necessary things. I'm looking for something flexible that can allow me to do my school work, chores and sports.
How should I position my application for business schools (Haas, Ross, Marshall, McIntire, Kelley)?
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What is the best way to decide what career you want to pursue as a college student?
How can searching for internships help you adjust to a new career? What is the best approach when you change your mind on the career you originally hoped to pursue?
What are some options for majors to do with coding or computer science?
And what are the pros and cons of each?
How do you best prepare/utilize your time prior to joining graduate school in a professional degree when you are graduating early? What is the best way to transition into your field with this time?! ?
I am currently applying to Educational Counseling Masters Programs in California this cycle!
What would be best? Finding part-time/full-time positions, joining professional organizations, volunteering, etc?
What is the most important thing in your dental school application?
Also, how do I go about studying for the DAT? If I struggle with math, what should I study for the quantitative reasoning portion of the exam?
What is the best way to get experience within agriculture if I am unable to be directly outdoors or using a large amount of physical labor?
Agriculture question, physical limitation, disability
What is something people overlook when looking for a long term career?
I specifically am interested in going into the film industry and for the most part people say the biggest thing is to know someone. I want to know any other aspect of this industry is overlooked but helpful when trying to land a long term career.
I want to create a club centered around mental health involving youth voices. But I want to expand beyond just a generic informational club and the clubs already established at my school. What type of club can I start?
Hello! Life after high school to me means being a neuropsychologist. I'm very passionate about mental health and the brain. Currently, I am on a youth committee centered around youth voices advocating for mental health, and it has sparked an inspiration to start a club at my school involving...
What Engineering field is the best in regards to high growth and sustainability?
I am a high school Senior that is interested in Mechanical engineering. But as I go into college, I am concerned as to what Engineering major would take me the farthest, without worrying about major changes caused by AI or new technology.
How has you experience been as a women in stem, what are some things you have done to overcome those inferior thoughts, and what made you go after this degree???
I am a girl in my last year of high school, currently interested in mechanical or archtectural engineering, with a minor in busines. I'm in the advanced engineering class in my school and am one of two girls in that class.
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For professionals in radio-frequency engineering, what type of skills did you wish you had learn earlier in your career?
I am still new to College and choosing my career path. I've always been interested in learning about radio frequency, but I don't know where to start. What type of tools should I use in the near future that could help me advance in my learning? What clubs are recommended? I am an Electrical...
What is some of the best ways to kickstart a career in Writing professionally?
I see it is taxing to become a “best-selling author,” and wanted to see an authors point of view on the subject.
What is the day in the life of a Criminologist?
I am really interested in hearing what exactly the tasks are a criminologist would be doing on a daily basis.
What is the best undergraduate major for wanting to go to medicine school? #Fall25
What is the best undergraduate major for wanting to go to medicine school? #Fall25
What type of engineering major has the most opportunities outside of it specific major in the real world?
I'm still unsure on what engineering major to pursue because all of them sounds genuinely interesting to me. I really enjoy the subject of math, biology, and chemistry. So I'm leaning more towards pursuing a career of biochemical engineering but I'm concerned about the possible negative effects...
For those of you who were a CPA at an accounting firm and later moved into industry, how did you decide when to transition, and how did you select your industry, i.e. tech, automotive, consumer goods, etc.? #Fall25
I am an accounting major trying to learn more about the potential career paths while still in school.
What qualities or actions have you seen in past scholarship winners that truly set them apart?
I believe the qualities that set strong scholarship candidates apart are dedication, resilience, and a genuine desire to grow. The winners I look up to are the ones who don’t wait for opportunities—they create them through hard work and consistency, even when life throws challenges their way....
Why you know your dream career?
I have interests in many fileds, but not sure how to narrow down and how to decide which one is the right one for me. And I don't know what to study in college.
What do you do to manage a healthy work-life balance as an emergency vet at a clinic or vet hospital?
I'm a high school student looking to enter vet school after I get my bachelors in biology.
As a college freshman, what can I do to prepare for any future internships related to rocketry and space?
I want to get an internship in the space industry so I can gain experience. But I feel as though I'm at a disadvantage because I'm just started college. Is there anything I can do now so that I have a better chance to get an offer in the future?
How can I best align my education, personal strengths, and lived experience to build a meaningful career in behavioral health where I can genuinely impact the lives of clients and communities”?
Single mother part time student reaching for my career to begin
How do you manage to relax on breaks when you could be working? #Fall25
As I type this, it is the first day of Thanksgiving break. I have tons of homework to do but am completely unmotivated; however, I also feel like I could be spending my time being productive whenever I'm trying to relax. Not to mention I also need to up my game on extracurriculars. What do I...
What is it like to be a female firefighter?
For a while, I didn't really know what I wanted to be and stuck to the idea of being a real estate agent since it looked "easy" and luxurious. But in reality, I wanted something that was very active and not boring. I like to be active and work out and stay in shape, so really researching a...
How does the military set an individual up to make college a reality?
I am a high school senior planning to enlist in the Air Force, and I want more information on how I can utilize my benefits and timeline to enter college.
What do I do if I start getting overwhelmed with my classes?
I am taking my courses all online. I know it is more flexible but I don't know if it will be harder to progress in my classes. But I can't take on campus classes because the college I am applying to is all the way on the other side of the country.
How important is college gpa?
How important is college gpa? If I double major and take challenging classes, does it matter if I get a 4.0 vs and 3.0 for future job opportunities? Is experience more important?
How much full-time job opportunity if available once I earn my MA in School Psychology??
I am planning to attend Sac State in the Fall of 2026 and earning my Bachelor's degree in Child and Adolescent Development with a Concentration in Educational Contexts. #fall25
How to be sure of what you want to be in you're future?
What can I do or how can I find what I want to be in my future
What schools should i consider for a college degree of engineering and How much schooling and student loans are realistic?
What are the best west coast engineering schools and how much does that really cost? How much money will i be spending on my degree?
Where should i apply for the best possibility of scholarships as a sophmore?
I'm not totally sure how to find scholarships that apply to sophmores. I also need advice on how to write application essays for any scholarships i do find.
Who should i go to if i want to try and find payed or unpayed internships in engineering or construction?
I live in sacremento and am looking for advice on how to fnd engineering or construction internships to put on college applications and job applications.
What is the hardest part of pursuing an engineering career at University of California campus?
I am currently a Senior, taking AP Physics 2 and Calculus but am not sure what to expect from pursuing this career.
How do you guarantee that you won't have lifelong student debt after you graduate from college, so you can have your dream career?
I am a senior in high school, and I want to major in kinesiology and later get my DPT to become a physical therapist, but I am scared of having too much student debt after school.
What should I expect as a nursing major?
This I what I am planning on majoring in. I will be new to it, and I want to be as prepared as I can be.
What is the best advice that you can give incoming college freshman to get through university in 4 years?
I am a senior in high school preparing to submit my college applications. This time is pretty stressful and preparing for the future is something that is the next step for me; following the submission of my applications.
How should I start to foster my interest in law outside of apps and LSAT studying?
I am a current junior in undergrad, and I am starting to prepare for the LSAT and law school applications, but I'm wondering how I can express my passions in extracurricular activities and volunteering. I don't care too much about impressing schools or beefing up my resume it is more for...
Has college made you feel more confident about your future or more confused?
Since I'm not a college student and I don't know what it is like, I'm not sure if the major you take makes you feel doubtful about how it will work out in your future.
What are some recommendations for volunteer experience in relation to my major in Nursing?
Looking for volunteer opportunities that can help me gain healthcare experience but also grow in knowledge so I can improve overall in my major now and be ready for my future nursing career.
What vocational/trade schools would you recommend for welding in the Bay Area or Valley Area in California?
I am looking to get into a welding program after college in order to aquire extra certifications. What would be best option for becoming a union iron worker?
How can I prepare myself for a career in radiography when I’m worried about whether I’ll actually find a job in the field? #Fall25
How can I prepare myself for a career in radiography when I’m worried about whether I’ll actually find a job in the field? I’m also nervous about how hard the transition to college-level science and math classes will be what should I expect?
If I have a degree in Kinesiology, can I still go into the Pediatric Ultrasound field??
I'm trying to find a college with Softball and Sonography, but most colleges do not have Sonography as an option.
I have noticed that most colleges have Kinesiology, so I was thinking about switching my major option.
How to learn more about networking?
Do you utilize networking opportunities, and if so, which platforms or events do you find most effective? #Fall25
What is something you know now about being in the film industry that you wish you knew before you started? #fall25
I am a first year college student looking to get into the film industry right after graduation. What can I start doing now and what should I do in the rest of my years? #fall25
How did the challenges faced while earning your accounting degree help you in your professional career? #fall25
I am a sophomore accounting student at a four-year university that has at times struggled with keeping up with my studies; however, I am very determined to earn my degree and work as an accountant in real estate.
How long does it take to pay off student loans if you get a job in the field you are actually pursuing ?
If I have the option to obtain the max in students loans but need less than 4k is it worth taking the full loan if I know I might have to pay out of pocket for two classes?
What are good study habits/techniques to have in college? What are study habits/techniques that may not be helpful in the long run? #Fall25
Hello! My name is Michelle. I am currently a senior in high school applying to colleges and plan to major in Nursing. I love to be involved on my school campus. I am my school’s HOSA President, a board member of Interact Club, part of the Superintendent Advisory Council, a varsity Track...
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