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How influential is your dissertation or degree emphasis on your career employment?
I am about to start a doctoral program in clinical psychology. Everyone is telling me that an emphasis and dissertation focus on military veterans, can lead to a better practicum and internship placement with the VA, which apparently is on the higher earning spectrum in terms of clinical...
How much student debt is good debt?
I have to take federal unsubsidized loans. #finance #JULY20
How to continue study while stay with a Toddler during the Covid-19 pademic?
#COVID-19 #Childcare #selfstudy #exper #mechanical #technical #JULY20
What are the best things to do during nursing school to add to a resume?
#JULY20 #nursing #BSN
Which specialty of nursing did you choose, how did you prepare for it and why did you choose it?
Hello everyone! I'm a first-generation college student and CNA here in San Diego. I'm pursuing a nursing career and am convinced that I will be specializing in a branch of nursing (masters) in the future. Currently, I'm in the process of receiving a general degree in math and science this fall!...
RE: Forum 1
My credential consist of the following: Retired From U.S. Army, I served for 23 years. Retire teacher from San Diego Unified School District after 12 years of services. Work with at- risk youth for two and half years, I Hope my credentials will be adequate for your satisfaction. #college
What does a career in Educational Policy entail/look like?
I am majoring in Early Childhood Education in the fall but would like to focus on policy/government aspects. What types of careers work in this area of education? #teaching #education #college #career #policy
What is the best free online SAT practice?
I'm a sophomore in high school in Orange County, CA and I'm looking for free and/or low-cost resources and training materials for SAT prep. I have a 3.6 GPA and need particular help in reading comprehension.
#SAT #college-prep #college-admissions #studying-tips #irvine
Interning or Making Money
I'm curious about whether I should be focusing on interning this summer as an animator for real world experience and connections or work to try to keep the cost of my education down? Any advice or experience possibly with both? #internship #college #resume #animation #art #summerjob #finance...
Animators Opinion
I'm curious if artists who are already working in the animation field felt going to college for a degree helped them to obtain a job in the field or are employers simply looking at talent? #art #college #artist #animation #job
Hello, I’m chloe! I want to go to Harvard and become a lawyer but I also want to do YouTube. Any advice? I also want to have A fun lifestyle but still become a lawyer.
#lawyer #harvard #college #youtube
What does it look like to effectively manage your time in college?
Often times, you hear about young college students having trouble managing their time. Considering that most students want to be well-balanced both academically and socially, what are some suggestions that can help me achieve this?
#college #student #university
Being someone who aspires to become a lawyer, what specific habits should I develop in college that will help me prepare for law school?
As a senior in high school, I have recognized that college is around the corner. Though I have always considered myself an overachiever, one thing that I do struggle with is studying. When I enter college, I would like to take a more organized approach to my studies, rather than relying on my...
What are the steps to become a General Pediatrician?
I have heard many different ways you can be just to become a doctor. However, I want to know what I have to do to actually get to where I want to be. I am a latino women and for me to become a doctor is a huge step for my family. I am not only doing this for my family but mostly for me. I want...
Can I still graduate in Four years even though my classes are not college level?
I was accepted into University of California San Diego but my classes are not college level and I feel like I won't be able to gradate in those four years. As a first generation college student I feel like all the pressure is on me and I have a feeling I am not ready for UC's. I want to become...
How do you cope with having a job that doesn't necessarily always end well?
How do you deal with your occupation on a day to day basis when some things are out of your hands?
#doctors
#lawyers
#cops
#social workers
Regardless of major or job occupation, in general what college course do you think gave you the most that you were able to take away from the class and apply afterwards?
What course gave you the most helpful or useful information that applies to the real world?
#collegeclasses
Are University of California (UC) students allowed to have vespas on campus for their freshman year ?
#UCsystem #UCSC
When awarded with a scholarship, does the college that I'm attending automatically get notified? Or does the money go straight to them?
#scholarships
How would you go about asking for a pay raise based on your work experience, level of education, and skill set without risking your career?
although i have yet to be professionally hired, was wondering where I should drop the line to ask for a salary I feel is best fit in compensation for my line of work without coming off as arrogant, cocky, or prideful. When and how did you handle asking for more than your usual earning? #salary...
What would you consider to be the hardest/worst day on the job as a licensed clinical psychologist? And would you say that even after a day like that that the profession would still be worth it?
Although this is my dream career, I'm starting to have some doubts if I'm capable of it or if I should seek another career in the psychological field. I want to be able to learn and prepare for the worst and see if its something I was born to overcome and surpass. #isitworthit...
Has there ever been a time you doubted your major or career choice? And how did you go about handling that?
#doubtcareer #notsure #career-choice #major #clinicalpsychologist
How do I know the major I picked is right for me, and what if it isn't? Is it costly/ hard to switch majors.
#major #majors #double-major #college-majors #choosing-a-major
Everyone has a mindset that student loans are bad. Is this true?
#students #student #high-school-students #loans #aid
Is it worth sacrificing most of your social life during college to graduate top of your class?
I am struggling balancing my social life and my academics. As of now my time as a student has been mostly spent studying and working to pay bills. Is it worth sacrificing my social life during college to achieve high grades?
#sociallife #fun #studying #hard-work #socializing
What characteristics make an outstanding student both inside and outside the classroom?
I have heard the basic qualities of outstanding students such as asking a lot of questions and studying hard (actually reading the textbook, because let's be real we don't have time to read everything!) I would love to hear what other characteristics are good to have to be successful in the...
Are female cardiac surgeons in demand ?
I want to be a cardiac surgeon and since I know that more surgeons are men I was just wondering if female cardiac surgeons are highly in demand.
#female #surgeon #demand-generation
What are the best business models for building a dynamic and scalable non-profit
Since 2003, I've provided financial planning services to Indian tribes, advising on both personal and tribal policies such as budgets, taxation, risk management (insurance), investments and legacy (estate) planning. In my professional experience, clients who stayed with me were able to...
How to have a board that can attract $500,000 capital for a non-profit start up
I've been accepted at Harvard's joint bachelor's and master's program in management for the summer of 2018. Since 2003, I've had a financial planning practice with Indian Tribes. My goal at Harvard is to learn best practices, so I can transition my practice into a sustainable and scalable...
What is the typical day- to- day life of a movie critic?
I am curious.
#film #film-critic #movies #film-production #motion-pictures #journalism
Are there internships for people who want to be film critics?
I will be transferring to a school in Los Angeles next semester, and I want to know if there are internship opportunities for this career there.
#film #film-critic
How can I get a scholarship?
I have applied to SO MANY SCHOLARSHIPS and I've gotten nothing in return. And I write really well, because my AP Lang teacher told me I have really good writing, that's above my age. But even when looking at scholarships, it's always for specific areas or only for seniors (I'm in 11th grade.)...
Is becoming a lawyer harder for an undocumented person that wants to reach government levels?
I'm asking due to the fact it includes laws, and there's discrimination.
#lawyer
Is majoring in Criminology going to help me in law school?
I want to expand my knowledge on what a human brain does, but law is fighting against the injustice. I still see myself being a criminal defense attorney but is criminology a good start? #law #fightinjustice
I'm majoring in Computer Science. When should I try to find internships? Is it hard to get one?
I'm majoring in computer science and I feel like I've been doing well so far. I definitely want to expand on my knowledge through an internship but I'm afraid that I won't have enough experience to even be considered. I know most people tend to apply for internships in their junior or senior...
What do video game companies look for when hiring their programmers? Is a bachelor's in computer science good enough?
So I want to program video games for a career and I'm already majoring in computer science and trying to learn a little about video game programming through Unity but I'm worried that there'll be a lot of extra hoops I have to jump through before I look hire-able. So I want to know what not...
What are some tips for budgeting?
I already kinda have a way to track my spending but I would like to hear what other people do to keep themselves accountable. #finance #financial-planning #budgeting #savings
What career options/examples are there for someone pursuing Public Health Policy as a major?
I feel like my field is very vague and broad so I want to ground myself in a better understanding of what I can do in my field. #publichealth
Has anyone ben accepted to the National University Accelerated BSN program?
I'm applying to National University Accelerated BSN program and would love some insight into the program and how National works. #bsn #nursing #healthcare
Does anyone have insight into the TEAS exam?
I'm required to take the TEAS exam to get into nursing school in CA. I'd love to know a bit more about the test from someone who has taken it! #teas #exam #nursing #healthcare #nursing-schools
Besides attending networking events, what is the best advice one can get about meeting with those who can help in getting your name mentioned to those who work where you would like to begin your career?
I attend various chamber events and meet with many individuals but I would like to know how to use my time wisely. Should I be attending 3 events a week or should it be 1 that is geared directly for business?
#business #international-business #business-networking #networking
What would be the best path to take for someone trying to use their MBA to find a career working for a Government Contractor? (I.E. Northrup Grumman, Lockheed Martin, etc.)
I am asking because in the country I live in, San Diego, there are numerous government contractors here and looking at the careers offered, there is job security from what I can see. I have been told numerous times that I look like prior military and have the personality for it and am still...
Why don’t colleges support extreme sports?
The skateboarding and surfing industry is expanding endlessly, and almost all colleges continue to support team sports, while starting a Surf team is difficult at most universities. Skateboarding and surfing will be in the olympics soon as well. #sports #skateboarding #surfing #athletics...
Why is public university in the United States ludicrously expensive?
Student loans, private institutions and student debt is unfair for American youth. I am curious why education isn’t a top public investment for all socio-economic backgrounds. #college #education #studentdebt
What are the defining factors colleges look for when applying to college?
When looking at colleges, they show the GPA and SAT scores that are required and that’s all. Some will say they look for how involved you are in school and your community. I just want a clear statement of what most colleges want to see from me. #applying #requirements-management #college...
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