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What can you do as a college student to increase your chances of getting into defense contracting ?
I started college with an interest in doing consulting or finance but have decided that it would be interesting to go into defense contracting instead. What should I be doing as a student to make myself a better applicant for jobs like this?
How do I determine a good number of classes to take as a freshman?
How do I choose classes and number of credits. Looking to find balance between coursework and adjustment to college.
What Challenges do you see in the field of Psychology, and how do you think they can be addressed?
I am a mom and an educator for 3rd grade. I am returning to school after 15 years to study Psychology. I have an Associates in Paralegal and am hoping to go into Law School for Family law. How can I use Psychology in the field of Law?
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What is the most challenging part of studying for the cybersecurity career?
Please explain how this challenge was overcome over the time of studying cybersecurity.
What is the best way to find internships related to your field of study ?
I'm an undergrad student studying film who's also interested in archival and preservation. #Spring25
What are the best steps to becoming a part of the cyber crimes unit in law enforcement ?
What is the day to day jobs of someone in digital forensics
What does my life look like in the future if I think I'm successful in life?
I go to Niles West High School in Skokie Illinois and I'm a senior. What could I do to make college easier for me? Why do most people find college so hard? How come I find high school not hard at all?
What to do when you're entering an engineering class with no previous interest/knowledge?
I recently enrolled in a college for Automation Engineering. I thought it seemed like a cool and hands-on type of class, but never in my life have I had any association with engineering. It was never a hobby of mine, I never took any after-school classes for it, and I have never done any prior...
What are your best tips for applying to internships?
I have had some struggles with finding the right internships, from those who have gone through the process, what worked for you?
What are the types of classes I should take in college to enhance my knowledge of finance ?
I would like to be a financial advisor for Edward Jones when I graduate, and want to equip myself with advanced knowledge to help me. Also, if there are any other sorts of classes I should focus on that could help with my future career aspirations, please include that in your answer.
What are good study habits for someone with a short attention span? #Spring25
What are good study habits for someone who has a short attention span? #Spring25
What is the best way to network yourself throughout colleges to get exposure to your major?
I am planning on going to Indiana University in the Fall of 2025 and I am majoring in Marketing and Sales as a pre-business student. #Spring25
What are some of the best study techniques to use in college?
I haven't found the best ways to study yet and I know I will need to in college so I was wondering what some of the most useful ones are.
What did you learn in school that didn't fully prepare you for the mental-health field?
What areas were you taught about that lacked practical information for the job you eventually applied for?
What is the hardest adjustment to entering the workforce after college?
Transitioning from high school to college was tough and I want to know what the transition from college to being out in the workforce would look like.
What is it like being African- American in the veterinarian field of work?
What is it like being African- American in the veterinarian field of work?
Scholarship question?
What are the most popular businesses offering scholarships in the photography field? #Spring25
How do you balance you social life and work?
Like I want to do film. But I don’t work to consume me.So that’s why I ask the question. #spring25
What is the best way to cope with being far from home in college?
I'm from Kansas going to Chicago and I've never had to deal with being so far from my family, let alone pretty much everyone I know.
What is the most helpful advice for getting through nursing school?
Hi, I’m planning on going into pediatric oncology nursing since I was diagnosed with cancer as a kid. I love helping kids and being energetic. My question is, What is the most helpful piece of advice you have for getting through nursing school? #Spring25
what does a day in the like of a graduate physics student look like?
I am curious what a future of looking for graduate school is like.
What careers do biomedical engineering degree lead to?
I am a sophomore high school student and find medicine and engineering interesting. Biomedical Engineering is the major I am leaning to.
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How do I pursue graduate school without funds? #Spring25
How do I pursue graduate school without funds? It's been hard to find scholarships and I've already taken a plethora of loans. Who do i reach out to for help funding my education? #Spring25
What is the one piece of advice you would give your past self before graduating with a bachelor's degree?
As an upcoming junior in college, time is moving fast! And with that, so is post-grad. When it comes to entering the next chapter of your life, I'm curious as to what people wish they could do over, or perhaps do more of. This could be along the lines of navigating the job search, making use of...
What is the one thing you would change about your freshman year of college if you could?
I’m a senior in high school and don’t want to have any regrets for my first year of college.
How can I balance my nursing studies with my personal life and responsibilities to stay on track for my career as a nurse?
I'm Lia and I'm currently a student attending the Chicago High School for Agricultral Sciences. My future career goal is to become a nurse. I plan to complete my certifations at Malcom X City College and get a proper hospital or clinic job.
How can I balance the intense academic demands of molecular biology and my pre-med journey with opportunities in meaningful research, clinical experience, and self care—without losing my sight on why I am pursuing pre-med?
I will be attending the University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign molecular/cellular biology program in Fall 2025. I plan to attend medical school after my undergraduate education.
What are some tools to find scholarships for adult returning learners #spring2025 #spring25 #purdueglobal?
What are some tools to find scholarships for adult returning learners? #spring2025 #spring25 #purdueglobal
What is the best way to get my foot in the music industry?
I am an aspiring singer and songwriter and I want to be prominent in the industry. I post on social media everyday but I feel that I should be doing more, I just don't know what. Who should I contact? What spaces should I join? Someone please help me. This is my dream and I refuse to give up on...
How do I know Criminal Justice is the correct career path for me?
As a 17 year old girl who has esperienced Chicago violence, I am interested in becoming a detective. I would like to hear from someone who has a similar experience.
How do I continue pursuing a major in research intensive biology when I hate/am bad at writing research papers?
I'm currently a second semester sophomore, and every time I have to write a report or a proposal for a class, I always end up feeling dread over what's to come. And I know that the only way to get better, is to practice writing research papers, but I'm hoping someone can give me more specific...
Has studying psychology affected your personality? If so, how has it changed? #Spring25?
I'm planning on majoring in psychology this upcoming fall. After taking an AP course in high school, I've noticed that I am more attentive to other people's personalities, and I am wondering if continuing my education in psychology will make me more self-aware about my personality.
What's the best way to get through college without racking up a ton of debt?
I can get scholarships from sports, but I do have a 3.7 GPA. Also I go to a private university
Federal Student Aid - When to start paying?
I'm currently a freshmen. How should I go about paying off my FASFA loan? Should I start paying it off now? Do I want it to be paid off before the payment is actually due (2029)? I'd love to hear about other's experience with loans. A Deeper Problem With Financial Aid: I doubt anyone will...
At the beginning stages of your fashion career, how did you deal with people not taking you or your dreams seriously?
Is there any motivation tactics that you had, that helped you keep going and hope for the best?
What is the best way to incorporate a love for a language, but not include it in your major/minor?
I love the Japanese language and want to continue learning it in college, but don't necessarily want it as part of my major or minor.
Why are so many CPA's not actively using their license after spending all the effort to acquire it? #Spring25
It poses a serious question of whether accounting is still a valid career in 2025. To acquire a CPA license and not use it would just tarnish its name, would it not?
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What would your day-to-day job look like if you graduated with a degree in marketing?
What would your day-to-day job look like if you graduated with a degree in marketing?
What are the most valuable skills I should develop to succeed in my legal career as a 12th grader about to major in criminal justice?
What specific extracurricular activities should I pursue?
What is the best piece of advice you can give to someone who just started their path down business administration? #Spring25
I am a junior college student who plans to attend Illinois State University next year.
How can I start my own business focusing on sports rehabilitation and athletic training after graduating with a degree in Exploratory Exercise Science #Spring25 ?
I’d be graduating with a Bachelors of Science in Exploratory Exercise Science
What skills or experiences do marketing firms look for when hiring someone to work on global campaigns or represent their brand in different countries #Spring25?
High School Senior, 17 year old Competitive dancer, worked 2 marketing internships, key club, hawk nation club(school spirit club).
What are the best ways to help prepare myself to apply for dental school?
I am currently a pre-dental undergraduate student planning on attending Nova Southeastern University, to take my prerequisites to prepare for dental school applications. #Spring25
How can career village help me with getting a job before and after graduation #Spring25?
I would to get a part time job at a bookstore or library. I have been trying for a while.
Does anyone have any advice on how to pick between majors?
For as long as I can remember, I've wanted to pick a career that makes a difference. I personally struggle with issues related to mental health and I'm very passionate about advocating for help for people with similar struggles. Right now, I am choosing between becoming a psychologist and an...
What skills or qualities are most important for a veterinarian to have ?
I’m a freshman in a 2-year college. I’m enrolled in a pre-vet program. I’m going for my associate degree in Science and then I will be transferring to a University for my bachelor’s degree. I’m currently planning on signing up for a vet assistant certification program at my college for the summer.
How do you ensure you'll get a career after university (especially in the arts)?
I am an aspiring musician looking to make connections!
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