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How do we balance having so many different dreams about our future when we live in a society that pushes us to choose one path and stick with it forever?
I am a high school senior that is constantly being asked the question of: "What do you want to do with your life?". When asked this question, I can see so many different paths that I could take and so many dreams of my future that I have. Currently, I am planning on majoring in Media...
What are career and research opportunities attainable with a degree in Physics, a minor in data science, and computer science or coding experience?
I am a high school senior planning to pursue a physics major and a data science minor. I also have an intermediate and growing experience with coding in Java and Python. What are some careers, preferably ones involving physics research, I can expect with my degree and experience?
Could I truly fulfill the role as a future Doctor if I don't challenge our unfair healthcare system?
As someone who wants to be a Doctor in the future this is something I think about a lot. I want to help everyone but realistically I can’t because the system is rigged to help those who have more money rather than people who need more help. If I don’t take the risk to help others can I truly...
How do you best maximize time with teachers/advisors/etc. at larger schools?
I'm currently considering CSULB as my college, which is a lot larger than my other choice; and I was just wondering how do I best maximize my time with any help I receive? Thanks!
What is the best way to incorporate programs such as Study Abroad with regular studies? #Spring25
I'm a high school senior currently choosing between two colleges (CSULB and Oxy) and wanted to know how to best fit study abroad into my education. Thanks!
How do I continue into college when I feel so exhausted after high school? Does senioritis reset, or will I feel as drained in college?
I'm about to graduate as a senior out of high school, from Sato Academy of Math and Science in Long Beach, California, and I feel like it's drained me. Will the summertime be a time for rejuvenation? Does the senioritis wear off in time for my freshman year of college? Or will I feel just as...
What advice would you give to students who feel scared to start the nursing program because many people say it’s very hard and almost impossible?
Many students feel nervous or discouraged about starting the nursing program because they often hear that it is extremely difficult and that very few people succeed. What advice would you give to someone who is passionate about nursing but feels scared that they might not be able to handle the...
I loved my high school English classes and my teachers because they introduced me to new people, and different ideas and cultures. I was inspired and they helped me leave behind my difficult home life with my disabled dad and the memory of my mother who was gone. My question is how do you become an inspiring English professor that impacts student lives in a positive way. I ask this question because of my family background and my desire to do well as a college professor someday. Thank you! #Spring 25
I'm excited to start college in the Fall. I will be living in the San Diego area. I know it'll be a long journey getting through college but I'm looking forward to it.
What can I do in a short amount of time to build my high school resume?
I’m currently a junior in highschool and I’m afraid I don’t have enough experience to get into a good pre-med program. Since college applications are in a couple of months, I wanted to ask what I can do in a short amount of time to help me stick out and build good experience for the medical field.
What is good advice for someone struggling to decide on an undergraduate school with plans to continue to law school ?
I'm a senior deciding between California Lutheran University (the local college that is super affordable) and a spring pathway with William and Mary (going to Spain or community college for a semester with guaranteed admission in the spring). I plan on attending law school, but I don't know...
How did you find a balance between pursuing a technical career (like engineering or healthcare innovation) and keeping your sense of personal meaning and purpose alive during college and early career stages? #Spring25
I’m passionate about biomedical engineering and using technology to make healthcare more accessible and compassionate. While I’m deeply excited about innovation and problem-solving, I also care a lot about preserving a sense of meaning, empathy, and personal fulfillment in my future career....
How can I break into the sports analytics field?
I am currently a college undergrad majoring in math and minoring in applied analytics. If anyone can speak on the classes they took, or how they built connections, that would be greatly appreciated. #Spring25
How will the work load in college differ from the one I've faced in high school?
Hello my name is Angelo, I am in 12th Grade and in college will be trying to major in computer science and get a career field as an IT or computer systems analyst. I want to know a better understand of how it is and make ways can I do to prepare for it! #Spring25
What do customers wish they had but marketing professional seek to ignore it or cant make it happen?
Im a senior high school student going to Cal Poly Pomona in the fall and i really want to be one of the best marketing professional out there but i first need to know what do my people love so i can do it for them
How to find dental internships?
I am going to be attending community college in the fall and then transferring, likely to a UC but may apply out of state as well. What is the best way I would be able to find internships this summer, or in the near future, in the dental industry without being enrolled in dental school?
Tips for transferring after community college?
I am a high school student who plants to attend Orange Coast College in the fall. What are the best ways to ensure getting into top four-year universities as a transfer student, such as clubs and extracurriculars?
How can I stay motivated when entering a competitive field?
Im 17 years old and a senior in high school. I plan on majoring in journalism and aspire to build a career in sports journalism. I deeply enjoy writing and reporting, however I'm nervous about constantly meeting deadlines and coming up with relevant content to write about. How can I stay...
What are good websites or opportunities in order to get a scholorship?
I am currently looking into applying for more scholarships and was wondering what would be a good place to start. I currently hope to pursue a career in early education or work with special education.
Where can I find someone to interview about art as a high school student?
I need to interview at least four people about art for my English class’ “what if project.” I would like them to be professionals in the field of interest whether that be staff at a museum or professors of art history. However, I’ve emailed a lot of people and have gotten no responses after a...
How do you get your foot into the door in the Finance Industry?
I am going to be a freshman in college; I've always been interested in money and finance and want to get started as soon as possible. #Spring25
What should I know if I want to open my own law firm in the future?
Is double majoring in business encouraged for opening a firm?
What are some effective ways to jumpstart your nursing career before graduation, specifically to prepare for a specialty in neonatal care #Spring25?
As a junior nursing student at a Cal State University, what are some tips for staying organized and what programs, internships, or jobs should I look into to get a head start in a neonatal specialty.
What if I'm not able to make it to class one day #Spring25?
incoming freshman in college
What are some ways that would better prepare me to be an elementary school teacher?
Besides what is taught in school, are there any recommendations that could help with communication, or learning and improving soft skills that a teacher should have?
What were some of the deciding factors between selecting a PhD in Clinical Psychology versus a PsyD in Clinical Psychology, vice versa?
I currently have a bachelor's degree in psychology, and will be attending a graduate program in the Fall to obtain my masters in psychological research. I have juggled the ideas of both a PsyD and PhD, and wanted to know if anyone else has had this same debate and what were some factors that...
What is the most rewarding part of pursuing a career in Documentary Filmmaking? #Spring25
Hello, I am a Sophomore in College pursuing a career in Filmmaking.
Have you ever been in a situation as a healthcare provider (nurse, doctor, therapist, etc.) where cultural understanding really impacted patient care? If yes, what did you learn from it?
I love my culture. Being Arab is a big part of my identity and something I love to share with others. Currently I am a senior in high school and the president of ASO, a safe space for students to learn more about Middle Eastern culture-whether they are Arab or not. ASO is one of the best...
How did the people you've met —mentors, friends, or experiences— help you realize what kind of business or nonprofit you wanted to create, Ms. CEO? #Spring25
I'm passionate about launching both a business and a nonprofit foundation to create student internships and build an endowment that supports students like me as my long (long) term career goals. I want to give back to communities that have invested in me. But I'm still figuring out how to...
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 does the job field look like for kinesiology majors if they are not going to grad school right after their undergrad ? #Spring2025
I am a high school senior looking to enter the athletic training or physical therapy field after college. My passion for injury prevention and health stems from being around sports my entire life.
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