Cortlandt Manor, New York
How long does it take you to cope with a new area?
I've been watching a lot of YouTube videos about first day experiences and living in the new dorm in a new environment and most of the people who are taking videos seem pretty confident in themselves. I've never moved before in my ENTIRE LIFE and now all of a sudden I'm getting kicked out and...
What are the best electives to take for a nursing major?
Due to the fact that my schedule is very tight and I only get to take a few electives, I was wondering what electives are best for my major. Is there any that would help me to build relationships with my patients, help me further my nursing skills, or be good extra knowledge to have as a...
What are the best ways to stand out as a new grad nurse?
I am curious what employers want to see as far as experience, community service, and past work experiences from a new grad nurse. Also are there any clubs that really stand out that can help me land a position on a labor and delivery unit.
#nursing #labor-and-delivery
What is the best way to decide which career would be best for me?
I’m in my sophomore year now and I can’t decide what job I want to have when I’m older. I’ve done some research and would like to be either a lawyer or an engineer but I can’t decide which one. What would be a good way to go about deciding which career to pursue?
#career-choice
I am thinking of applying to medical school this year and i have no idea on what to do. I know I have to do the MCAT and primary and secondary applications for schools but beyond that I am lost. Any help with the MCAT process and the best study helps?
I am looking to get into the medical field but not sure how to start applying. I have been researching but I am still a bit confused. #pre-medicine #MCAT #prep-test #medical-college #college-senior #medicine #hospital-and-health-care
I transferred to my current school and I am almost finished with my classes. Great! Yay ...except I don't really have a relationship with the professors since i have only taken one class with them. How do I get recommendation letters from professors?
I am a senior graduating in Spring and i need recommendation letters from professors for application to med school and/or scholarships. Don't really know how to go about it when my classes are 400+ size. #senior #pre-med #college
Changing Majors
Entering college as a young adult and with lots of aspirations of what to come ahead, we always come across the option to change their major. What is the difference between a business degree vs. a communications degree in a career perspective?
#business #communications #college-majors
How did you know that you wanted to attend a public/private school? Explain.
I want to know if it’s worth going to a private college #money #college #public-school #private-school #college-choice #choosing-a-college
How did you know if you wanted to dorm/stay local?
I want to know so that I can decide if whether or not I want to go away.#collegesoon #college
In college, am I going to be able speak fluent?
I am international student in America, I studied English so much, and my speaking is not as good as my academic English. I want to be very fluent in English, people around me tell me that as I get to college, I will a lot of time to improve my speaking. Did anyone have experience like that?...
How to find success within Business field?
How does one get good connections during or after college in order to rise quickly, specifically in management fields?
#business #management
How do you break into the photography business?
I'm a food photographer but I haven't had any luck getting steady clients. Advice? #food-photography #photography #digital-photography
Do I need a Masters Degree to work in Higher Education?
I work as an adjunct instructor teaching photography, do I need my masters degree to continue doing this and to possibly work in professional development/instructional design/educational technology going forward? #higher education #technology #instructional-design
How to plan for retirement?
Seeing as how my income will be very minimal while in college (around 200$ a month) how can I begin saving for my retirement? -- Also interested in investing
#plans #goals #retirement #investing #financial-planning #finance
What is the advancement potential in the field of Forensic Science? And what is a typical path?
I was accepted into the Forensic Science program at several schools, one being West Virginia University and would like to know what to expect after receiving my college degree. #forensic #college-major #career-choice #WestVirginiaUniversity #science #college #forensic-science
What would be a reasonable salary range to expect if I entered forensic science? What is the long-term potential?
I have applied to several schools for Forensic Science, one is West Virginia University, which has the #1 Forensic program in the country ... its programs partner includes the FBI, in fact, 80% of their graduates are hired by the FBI. And I was accepted to WVU, however, I'm really not aware at...
How would you describe each college major and its potential in a sentence?
#career #major #potential #college #academic-advising
How long does it take to be a dermatologist?
I want to go into medicine. #medschool #dermatologist #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care #medicine
Are there any good scholarships for gradschools you will highly recommend?
#gradschool #scholarships #graduate-school #fellowships #financial-aid
How can I stop being nervous about applying for college?
I’ve been looking at colleges for a while now, and thinking about how close it’s getting to having to submit applications worries me. The process of applications and thinking will I ever be accepted? #Anxious #college-applications #college-admissions #college
Will applying for colleges be stressful?
I’m a junior in high school and I’ve already looked into applying for colleges and it seems pretty complicated. So I’m just wondering how hard will it get throughout senior year looking for colleges? #stressed #college-applications #college
Are there any advice or tips on how to properly network with professional accountants?
I am a second year accounting student that have attended many career fairs, networking events, and clubs to start building the all-important connections. However, I feel I have not made much progress each time I go to a different event. My questions are generic despite how hard I try to come up...
What career options do I have as a Computer Science major?
I’m a Computer Science major wondering what I can do in the future related to programming. #technology #programming #computer-science #computer
how can i become a humanitarian?
what steps should i take to have the biggest impact as possible?
#humanitarian-relief #non-profit #charity
What career path should I choose ?
I love hearing stories and caring for others. I also really want to positively influence people . #sociology #stories #humanitarian #communications #thought-leadership #college #college-advice #college-majors #positivity #influencing #public-relations
When did you know you wanted to become a screenwriter?
I have been thinking about becoming a screenwriter for some time. I love the idea of telling stories and educating the general public. #movies #screenwriting
To become a marketer do you have to relatively be good at public speaking?
I am trying to go into the marketing business but I am not the greatest public speaker. #business
What jobs can I find if I want to major in Fine Arts?
I'm debating whether to do Fine Arts along with Illustration. #art
What college is the best for pursuing a career in accounting?
Even though I want to be computer engineer, I still want to know about business and accounting because that is another area of interest for me. #technology #accounting #hobby
What do we exactly need to achieve in order to get into Harvard University?
I am currently studying in LaGuardia Community College and I plan to transfer to one of the ivy league colleges for the next fall. So, I want to make sure I meet all of the requirements that they need. Its not only my interest, its my necessity.
#education #harvard #transfer #college-admissions
How do you effectively study ?
time management is hard and sometimes I forget to study ahead of time
#studyhardcore
What can I do to increase my chances of acceptance into a nurse practitioner program?
I am interested in becoming a nurse practitioner; what are some things I can do to increase my chances of getting accepted into good programs?
#nursing #registered-nurses #nurse-practitioner
Is grad school for architecture worth going to?
To get other peoples opinions #architecture #gradschool #graduate-school #higher-education
What kind of career opportunities are available to those with a degree in Sociology
I am very interested in studying sociology in college, but I find it difficult to think of a career that could benefit from that kind of knowledge #sociology #social-sciences
How do you stay focused and organized in nursing school?
I am a current nursing student. It can be difficult sometimes to manage my time well when it comes to my studies, family, friends, etc. I am looking for tips to manage everything well and still maintain my sanity. Thanks! #nursingschool #nurse #nursing #healthcare #nursing-education...
Is it worth the money to enroll to a brand name college?
#scholarships #business
What are the things I have to do in order to become an orthodontist?
I want to be an orthodontist but I not completely sure what I do after I graduate with a bachelors degree in biology #dental #orthodontist #orthodontics #orthod #academic-advising
What can I do to help myself stand out to a prospective employer once I am finished with college?
Most people applying for a teaching position will be qualified as per their education, so I'd like to know what I can do to give myself something extra that may give me a better chance at getting a teaching position.
#education
How do I know if I should transfer schools?
Im wanting to transfer to NYU, but how much will I gain if I transfer? How much does my undergrad really matter? #decision-making #academic-advising #college-transfer #college-advice
What are some things to expect as an international students?
I am a new international student who is curious about things that they face
#accounts
How do you get a good job in your major after college?
A lot of people I know who graduated college are having a hard time getting a job. Some people say its about your connects, so were does college come in?
#engineering #careers
Why do some colleges expect a 17 year old to know what she wants to do with her life?
I am undecided currently in what I want to major in. Some colleges require when you apply that you apply to a specific college within the university. However they don't require a declared major until later on in college. I don't know what I want to major in and therefore choosing a college...
What major is best for an aspiring veterinarian?
I want to become a vet and I am unsure of what major to choose. #veterinary #undergraduate
Standing out in the Mechanical Engineering field?
I've been introduced to a lot of mechanical engineers and none of them have done anything real spectacular like owning a business or something of that sort, they've all just worked for good companies. What should I look towards in order to be a boss in a big company or just make a lot of money...
How do you find a good college?
Im having a hard time trying to decide what school i want to pursue. I am currently going into my last year of high school and looking to improve my grades so that i can get into a good college. I am looking at design and art schools because I am currently majoring in Industrial design. #design...
What is the best field to pursue in the entertainment industry?
I may or may not be going to college next year, which means I need to choose a major. I don't have any interests in any other field besides the entertainment industry. I want to know which field is both satisfying and having a decent pay. Ex: animation, film, etc. However, I also want to know...
Do most colleges offer free peer tutoring for courses?
A tutor can be helpful especially for an athlete that might miss some classes due to games #basketball #college #tutoring #academic-advising
Whats the best way to keep maximum focus on school studies?
Just trying to improve myself/study habits. #study-habits #studying-tips #studying
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