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Ciara Apr 28 435 views

Why are women still so majorly underrepresented in the financial field despite recent progress? #Spring26

I am in 12th grade and a woman interested in entering the finance field. I have spent the past year doing a research project on the underrepresentation of women in the finance field and how it compares across major financial hubs in the US.

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Colin Apr 20 344 views

What are some career options for someone who is majoring in History and minoring in Business Administration besides teaching?

I just want to know what my options are. Teaching is definitely an option, but I want to know what are some other options.

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Theophile Apr 19 416 views

How do I make good friends with other engineering majors

My name is Theo, and I'm going into my freshman year at Cal Poly soon. I'm going into college with almost all of my general education done. So I'll be going into my major courses straight away in college. I know that engineers are less social than your average person, myself included. I was...

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Elizabeth Apr 11 442 views

Why can’t I get an internship?

I seem to be coming up short. I’ve been trying to get internship offers for summer and fall but there’s nothing in my area with the exception of medical scribes and volunteer opportunities. Any advice?

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Tianna Jan 26 1308 views

Whether to shift from drug discovery to human-centered fields?

I am currently a junior international student majoring in Pharmaceutical Sciences. When I entered college, I aspired to pursue a career in drug research. However, as I progress through my major, I find myself increasingly uncertain about whether this path aligns with who I am. This uncertainty...

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Kimberly Nov 30, 2025 545 views

How do I become successful going to school and getting a career?

I'm currently a High School senior in the Middle College program, and I'm wondering how I can succeed in university (majoring in Psychology) and become a licensed marriage and Family therapist or a psychologist? I was wondering how I can manage my time at school, studying, working, while...

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Sophia Nov 16, 2025 366 views

How does one use their college degree to work their way up to the corporate world of business? ?

What does the process look like and how could internships during college help me to get there? #Fall2025

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Brandy May 21, 2025 1518 views

What does it take to get into OSCA?

OSCA, or "Orange County School of the Arts," is the school of my DREAMS. Honestly! I would love to go there for creative writing, and I've written countless albums and stories of my own! I just love writing! Quick problem, it seems super competitive, and let's just say I'm not the best student....

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Brandy May 21, 2025 1302 views

Is it possible to go from a failing, disappointing seventh-grader to a smart, happy-go-lucky eighth grader who passed all of her classes?

I've had a really tough school year. I've gone from having all A's to failing ELA, and I'd be lying if I told you it hasn't been taking a big toll on my mental health... because what can I say? My parents are disappointed in me, and I was basically their only hope for having a successful kid......

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Igor May 05, 2025 3974 views

Which MS Finance Program should I choose?

Hello!! I will be pursuing a master's in Finance this year. I got accepted to 3 universities, but I don't know which one I should pick. I'm coming straight out of undergrad with a Bachelor's in liberal arts and haven't been able to secure any finance-related internships. So, I decided to do a...

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Jacob Apr 30, 2025 1594 views

How do I maintain good study habits alongside extracurricular activities and potentially work?

Throughout my journey in high school, I used many different methods to study while also balancing difficult activities. Any tips for college studying?

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Angel-Armando Apr 30, 2025 637 views

How do I choose between studying management or entrepreneurship?

How do I choose between studying management or entrepreneurship? I've always wanted to study both but now I have to choose between one or the other. Its a tough choice.

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Johann Apr 30, 2025 1421 views

What study habits does it take for a hispanic male in the engineering field have to do in order to stand out from everyone else and find success where many have failed to ?

I am graduating high school senior at corona high who has been involved in the STEM engineering program for all 4 years with a 3.3 gpa which isn’t the best so i need to know how can i improve that to guarantee success

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Maurisa Apr 30, 2025 1712 views

Is there anything you wish you knew before taking your first LVN/LPN job that would've made your first year smoother? #Spring25

I start my LVN program next month, honestly I'm feeling really excited and anxious about what's ahead. So I would love to hear from others experience- especially anything you wish someone told you before stepping into your first role/ job as an nurse.

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Bijan Apr 30, 2025 1821 views

Starting the Strategic Design and Management program at Parsons this fall—does anyone have any tips or advice for making the most of my time there I'd love to hear both academic and life advice? #Spring25

Hi everyone! 😊 I’m starting the Strategic Design and Management program at Parsons this upcoming fall, and I’m super excited (and a little nervous, not gonna lie). I’d love to hear from anyone who’s either in the program now or has gone through it before—what are some things you wish you knew...

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Katelyn Apr 29, 2025 447 views

How do you create the best study habits?

Need inspiration

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Everlee Apr 28, 2025 4915 views

What's the best way to find jobs for those who have recently graduated college, or will be graduating soon?

I feel like there's been a lot of talk about the lack of entry-level opportunities, and combined with the huge number of job boards, I want to make sure I'm making the most of my time.

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Marcus Apr 27, 2025 1025 views

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...

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Angel Apr 26, 2025 505 views

How should I go about transportation if I plan to move to a distant area from my intended college/university?

#Spring25, transportation questions

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Angelo Apr 25, 2025 1454 views

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

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Sophia Apr 25, 2025 1512 views

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?

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Sophia Apr 25, 2025 1220 views

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?

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Zoey Apr 25, 2025 1140 views

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...

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Zech Apr 25, 2025 1100 views

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

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Audrey Apr 24, 2025 871 views

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?

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Nicole Apr 24, 2025 743 views

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...

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Josh Apr 24, 2025 301 views

How important are internships if pursuing a career in biology and what is the best way to get internships ?

High school senior planning on studying biology next school year.

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Assma Apr 24, 2025 570 views

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...

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Dilara Apr 23, 2025 525 views

What extracurricular activities did you find most helpful in undergrad when preparing for law school #Spring25?

I am hoping to attend a T-14 law school

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Adanna Apr 23, 2025 878 views

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...

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Aleyah Apr 23, 2025 736 views

What is the best way to manage my time as a biochem major?

I'm currently a senior in high school preparing to transition to college and I was curious on how to best manage my time. I know the workload for science majors is heavier but I also wanted to get involved in other school activities and maintain a social life as well. Would it still be possible...

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Luke Apr 23, 2025 1274 views

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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Luke Apr 23, 2025 3401 views

What does the job field look like for kinesiology majors if they are not going to grad school right after their undergrad ?

I am a high school senior looking to enter the athletic training or physical therapy field after college. I have a strong passion for injury prevention and health due to being around sports my entire life.

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Chase Apr 23, 2025 1178 views

What entry-level roles or internships can I pursue to break into the computer science industry after college #Spring25?

I'm a community college student transferring to finish my degree.

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Skylar Apr 22, 2025 411 views

Is college scary?

Is being out of state, more independent, and being by yourself scary? How do people cope with being homesick?

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Linh Apr 22, 2025 698 views

What was your journey to, and through, medical school like? Did you always know that you wanted to be in the healthcare field?

I'm currently a graduating high school senior and my favorite subject in school is science. I want to join the healthcare field but haven't decided on a career path yet. However, I have experience volunteering at skilled nursing homes and hospitals before and know that I want a career that is...

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Brandon Apr 22, 2025 929 views

What habits have served you the best throughout your time in college and beyond? #Spring25

Any notable habits (academic, mental, physical, spiritual, etc.) would be great to know.

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Sara Apr 22, 2025 1376 views

How can I find publishing internships near me #Spring25?

How can I find publishing internships near me? #Spring25

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Hang Apr 21, 2025 1261 views

Should I be a social worker?

My social worker told me that I should be a social worker because working in the healthcare field is my passion. However, I am afraid that I will not make a great social worker because I am not good at communicating, controlling my past trauma, and fear that I might be too tough or controlling...

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veronica Apr 21, 2025 419 views

As a soon to be mother, how do I manage having a child all while attending school and a part time job as well?

Im a 19-year-old college student that's expecting a baby in august. How can I time manage all of my priorities and responsibilities including my education.

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Jenna Apr 21, 2025 888 views

I'm an aspiring singer/songwriter. I started a YouTube channel for my music and have been posting since 2018 with very little engagement. Should I stop hoping for something to happen with it? It's very hard not to get discouraged.

I'm an aspiring singer/songwriter.

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Olive Apr 21, 2025 1263 views

How does an economics major get into financial planning Additionally, is it realistic and/or common to go to law school after getting an undergraduate degree in economics? #Spring25?

- senior in high school
- attending a uc, majoring in economics
- interested in law school but also finance
- not directly certain about career goals
- first generation college student

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Chad Apr 20, 2025 1327 views

How do you start networking with others while in college?

Hello, Im currently a second-year undergrad. My question is how do you get started with networking while in college to ensure you have connections after graduating? Everybody says how important it is but i'm not sure how to start. #Spring25

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Jenna Apr 20, 2025 2200 views

How much do job recruiters look at GPA as a determinent for hiring someone?

Are grades something I need to be stressing out about? i.e., if I were to get a C as a final grade in one of my major college classes, do I need to worry about it, or perhaps retake the class?

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Samantha Apr 18, 2025 534 views

What is the best advice for preparing for job interviews?

More directed towards residency interviews.

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Heather Apr 18, 2025 943 views

What is the best way to pay for college besides taking out loans?

Single mom

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Cassandra Apr 18, 2025 2284 views

Is the ROI of a college eduction plummeting because of AI, outsourcing, and sky-high debt?

We don’t know the ceiling on artificial intelligence. Are we bottle-necked 1x, 2x, or 50+x from here? How long until we reach AGI? People go into six figures debt for degrees, including in traditionally high ROI fields like engineering, and still struggle to land a job. If things keeps scaling...

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Maggie Apr 18, 2025 661 views

How can I encourage myself to put myself out there?

I will be majoring in Songwriting at Belmont University next year and am worried I won't be able to find my friends in a new place! What is the best way to meet new people? I am definitally an introvert and have a hard time encouraging myself to put myself out there!

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Hee-Jean Apr 17, 2025 375 views

What are some tips for med school?

What are the key things medical schools are looking for when looking at applicants? I'm curious what stands out.

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Miranda Apr 17, 2025 1238 views

How would I become a CRNA after I finish my schooling to become a RN?

I am planning on becoming a registered nurse first, but after that, what do I have to do to become a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist? I would like to have that specialty but I don't know how to accomplish that.

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