Canonsburg, Pennsylvania
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What colleges in Pennsylvania have great Forensic Science programs?
I’m interested in studying Forensic Science but I don’t know what college in Pennsylvania is right for me to study there. #forensics #college
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What are some tips for taking short and to the point notes?
I’m nervous that when I go to college I will miss important information because I will be busy writing down everything word for word. If you can give me some tips on how I can write down the important information and shorten my notes that would be very helpful.
#help #college-advice
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I am debating on studying abroad. What advise could you give me?
I am not sure if it would be the right decision for me to go. #study-abroad
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What is the best way to deal with the stress of the college life?
I would like to know some advise on dealing with stressful situations.
#college-work
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How can a shy person make new friends?
I would like to make new friends but I am a very shy person. #friends
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Should I look into going to my local community college to take all the basic college courses?
I live thirty minutes away from my local community college and was interested in taking all the typical courses that all college students have to take. It would be at a much cheaper price than at a price from the university. Would this be a good investment #medicine
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Should I look into getting my doctorate degree in order to become an occupational therapist even if I plan on working strictly in hospitals?
Over the past year, I have been hearing numerous opinions about whether to get a doctorate degree in order to become a full time occupational therapist even if I am just planning on working in a hospital. #therapists #career-path
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What is the difference between a Nurse Practitioner and PA?
I've been stuck between these two majors, and wanted to know more information before choosing. #nursepractitioner #Physicianassistant
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What steps do I have to take to become a Nurse Practitioner?
I'm a senior this year, and wanted to figure out what I would have to do to pursue this career #nurse-practitioner #nursing
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What would you say is the most difficult class involved in achieving a mechanical engineering degree?
I’m going for this degree but would like to know others opinions on class difficulties. #mechanical
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What is involved in the daily work life as a mechanical engineer?
Will be going for this degree but would like a simple answer as to typical job aspects. #working
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New Methods and innovation in Manufacturing?
Hey guys, As a mechanical engineering student, I'm interested in the manufacturing industry and want to know about any new innovations or methods in manufacturing? I know 3D printing is on the rise but I'm not sure of what other things to look out for. Thanks! #manufacturing...
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Good Manufacturing Engineering Schools
Hey guys, I just wanted to know what graduate schools out there are good for manufacturing engineering? I'm a mechanical engineering student and right now I'm looking at Rutgers, NJIT, and Rowan University but I'm not sure what's good for manufacturing. Thanks! #manufacturing...
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Should I change study groups?
I currently study with a group of friends, but they are both biology majors and I am not. I enjoy studying with them, but also feel like I should study with someone that shares my major. #study #majors
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What kind of jobs can I get with a degree in Philosophy?
I am attending college and plan on majoring in Philosophy then going to law school. However before I can go to law school I want to know what I could do with a Bachelors in Philosophy. #lawyer #philosophy
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where to get college books
I want to get books as cheap as possible, how do I get them cheap?
#collegebooks
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Do you think college is important to be successful?
I feel that once you get a job you only focus on paying off college.
#curious
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If I did not that the PSATs, what is my likelihood of getting a full ride with just the SAT score?
I did not take the PSAT, but I have a good SAT score. Would that qualify me for a full ride, or just merit scholarships?
#test #sat #psat #scholarship #college #score #school #help
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What is the competition for Biomedical Engineering jobs in the state of Florida?
I want to go into biomedical engineering, but I’m not sure how easy it would be to find a job in Florida.
#florida #engineering #bioengineering #job #biomedicalengineering #question
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How do I follow my passions with parents who don't support them?
O.k so I love drawing, the marijuana industry, and farming to my CORE! I wanna learn more about them and make a career around it but my parent won't support me if I do these things. Should I study them in secret or just do it anyway? #drawing #art #marijuana #agriculture #parenting...
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Is it possible to still get into a good college if you have Cs and below or under a 3.0
Because this is literally me rn, the struggle is SO real. Also, I'm in 11th grade so I wanna know if its already too late and I should fling myself into the sun, or if I still have time.
#higher-education
#gpa
#college
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How important is college in my situation?
I'm going to try to keep this post short.... movies are my life. I've wanted to make films ever since I was a little kid. I can't see myself doing anything else. I'm currently a freshman at a community college. I'm currently building up my credit and saving up to pay for school. My parents...
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Do I need my PE for the manufacturing industry?
As a junior mechanical engineering student interested in the manufacturing industry, do I need my PE for this industry? I plan on taking my FE exam during my senior year and I'm just curious. Thank you! #mechanical #electro-mechanical #mechanical-or-industrial-engineering...
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When should I apply for a job when graduation is close?
As a mechanical engineering student, or just a student in general, whose going to graduate a year from now, I'd like to know, when is the best time to apply for jobs? Before graduation? #college-job ##college #college-jobs #after-college #after-college #after-graduation #after #careers #career...
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How can I become a manufacturing engineer with a mechanical engineering degree?
Hi, I'm currently a junior level mechanical engineering student with an interest in manufacturing because I've been reading a few magazines about it (Automation World, Pro Food World, etc if anyone's familiar) but I'm still trying to figure out the skills and education that I need for the...
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Can I become a paralegal with a criminal justice degree? Is a paralegal a stressful job? Can I work independently or is it best to land a position with an attorney?
Becoming a paralegal is something that I have thought deeply about and considered on more than one occasion. As I near the end of my schooling, I am wondering if this position is a as stressful as being a legal secretary (a position I previously held and despised! ) and if I will need to obtain...
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What is the best path to becoming an adult probation officer? To elaborate, what entry level positions can I apply for in order to get the experience needed? Is a Criminal Justice degree - Criminology good enough?
I am a few classes away from receiving my Criminal Justice degree and am interested in becoming a probation officer. I believe that most people can be rehabilitated and this is a field that will allow me to help others , while also opening up even bigger opportunities. #criminaljustice #probation
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Necessary attributes for an engineer?
Considering everyone you have met in your field, what attributes do you think are essential for success as an engineer?
#engineering #engineer #biomedical-engineering
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If you had another chance, what would you change?
When talking about college, I always hear people say "I wish I would have. . ." or "I probably should have. . ."
I'd like to get the most out of my time in college and not waste a single minute. If you had another chance, what would you change?
#college #college-advice #career-advice #advice
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What is the most important thing I should put on a resume?
I am going to be applying for jobs in the near future and am looking for advice from other people as to how I should write my resume. #resume
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What should I try to get out of an internship?
I am a junior in college who will be looking to do an internship soon. #internships
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What types of jobs are available for someone with a degree in chemical engineering?
I am currently studying toward the goal of an engineering degree and I want to pick the right career path for me. #engineering #chemical-engineering
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I am paying for my own college education, but don't want to be in major debt when I graduate. I want to have the "college experience" but commuting seems to be more conducive to staying out of debt. Is there a way to have the best of both worlds?
I am ready to be more adult by moving out, but am not ready for the huge expense that it will incur. #nodebt
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As a pianist, how much practice time should I put in on pieces for other people vs. My own lesson rep?
I'm a music education freshman and have picked up some accompanying jobs. I'm just wondering, in general, how much time should be spent on those pieces?
#music #music-education #piano #pianist
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As a music education major should I go straight to masters or wait and work with a school?
I am a music education freshman and am considering getting my masters in conducting. I'm wondering if it is worth it to wait before I continue schooling?
#music #music-education #graduate-school- #conducting
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What career would you suggest
I am a freshman in college and I am currently majoring in Zoology. I have always had a love of animals and an interest in endangered animals. I am unsure of what career would be right for me. I am not interested in being a vet, but I would love a career involving animals. #career #animals...
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How can I be a funny YouTuber and is it worth it
the reason I'm asking is because I want to be a YouTuber and half of my fanbase will be on what type of commentary I will use like have a serious or funny approach and I want to be the best I can .
#youtuber #social-media #content-creation #media-production #online-media
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how does it work to become a model?
why i'm asking this question is because when I grow up I either want to be a model or a chef. It all depends though because a person can have more than one job but that one job might take up all your time but I can be a chef and still study and take classes for model and start doing that...
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if i wanted to be a enginer what skills do i need to become one.
well since i really like to build stuff i want to try it out because i really don't know what i want to be when i grow up and building might be the type of thing i'm good at. #engineering #stem #engineer #mechanical-engineering #mechanical-or-industrial-engineering #civil-engineering
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How long do to call the company?
I am applying to a lot of jobs but I am not sure how long I should wait till I call the company. #jobs
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What is recommended for a Cinema Arts major?
I am most likely going to college for Cinema Arts and I wanted to know if there is anything I need besides a resume of videos or scripts. I also wanted to know what jobs a Cinema Arts major might easily get. #movies
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Do you have to teach a subject a specific way or are you allowed to change it?
I've heard that administrations and school boards choose the way you teach a specific topic and I was wondering if there was any room to be more creative with the kids. For example, there are different ways to teach math, but I heard that sometimes you are required to teach it a certain way....
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How can I be more involved in campus events while living off-campus?
My only method of transportation is riding the Port Authority bus line to and from campus, and I don't want to miss out on an opportunity to make friends or learn something new. #offcampus #college #college-advice
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how do I know I am choosing the right college for my career?
I want to be an oral surgeon but I am having trouble with which college I would choose. #dental-hygienist #dentistry
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Is it easy to get a good job coming out of Ohio State (Comp. Science & Eng)?
I am thinking about going there and was wondering how easy it would be to get a job coming out of it. #college #computer-science #engineering
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Is it more affordable to live in residence or not?
I'm trying to decide which option will be more financially beneficial.
#financialhelp #residence #college
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What types of jobs can an environmental engineering major get right out of college?
I'm really interested in the field, but I have not been able to find what jobs they specifically do.
#environmental-engineering
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Double major dilemma
As of right now, I am currently an English major finishing up my first semester in college. I really love my major(it was changed from marine science) and I'm so excited to continue on with it and see where it takes me. That being said, I am a little worried about being able to pay off my...
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Engineering
Is it strategically more advantageous to specialize in an engineering field in undergraduate, or should specialization be pursued when studying for a master degree? #engineering
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