DeKalb, Illinois
How should I fill out summer programs responses, especially a resume?
I am an International student who has recently moved from a different country and don't know if there is a specific format to answer short-essay questions in summer programs. Is there a specific technique that recruiters look for when they look over short-essay questions?
Should I take Spanish for all 4 years at my high school?
I am leaning toward taking it all four years and reaching either Spanish 4 or AP Spanish because when I become a doctor, it would be useful for me to communicate with my patients. On the other hand, if I dropped Spanish after my sophomore year, which would mean I would stop either Spanish 2-3,...
I would like to complete a research project, but I do not know where to start. How should I go about doing this?
I know that I want to do this project in neuroscience. I would love to one day enter the Regeron STS. I recently started studying on my own about the brain, but there are so many things I need to learn and understand, so a mentor or internship where I will learn and perform lab experiments with...
Is it beneficial for me to take medical career-related courses in high school by dropping social studies classes, or should I pursue AP European History and AP US History instead?
In my school, U.S. History is a required course. Consequently, I could take this course over the summer, but it would not be AP. I am really passionate about learning about the brain, hence I would like to go into neurosurgery. For this reason, some medical classes I could take at my school...
How to pursue a career as a commercial artist?
How to pursue a career as a commercial artist/ art director?
What colleges would be best to apply to preferably staying within the Midwest?
What is the best way to go about setting up your schedule in college, while doing two sports, and trying your best to manage your time between school and sports?
- Senior
- Carmel Catholic High School
- Sports Management
- Football & Tennis
How do I find internships that are 100% focused on what I want to do in life instead of them just brushing the surface What if after the internship I decide the field of study is not for me??
I'm interested in a career focused on Federal investigations, specifically psychological analytics. I would really like to be able to experience what it would be like however I'm worried I wont be able to find an internship that covers the crucial experience I need to know this field of study...
How does financial aid work?
Financial aid's a broad term that covers scholarships, loans, etc. I was wondering for example, Loyola gives you a 32k scholarship. Would that be all the money you recieve? Or later in the early spring, they look at whatever FASFA sends over?
#Fall25
What are specific sacrifices that pre-med or medical students often underestimate?
Hi there! I am in 12th grade, and I'm planning to pursue medical school after earning a degree in neuroscience. I'm aware of the time, debt, and sacrifice that come with this path, but I'm trying to get a realistic and holistic understanding of what this field truly demands. Receiving honest...
Where can I find part-time accounting jobs while attending college?
I am currently an accounting major at Elgin Community College, and plan to transfer to a four-year college in Fall 2026. I have taken a few accounting courses and would like to gain work experience before I graduate.
What are the difficulties that come with becoming a music therapist? What is it like and what does the job entail?
I am looking into becoming a music therapist after college, but I have some doubts. I am nervous that I won't be good enough and so I wonder what it's like. I just want to know the difficulties so I know what I'm walking into.
What is good for law school?
Is criminal justice and or political science a good major to prepare for law school? And if not what is the most important things to practice to prepare for law school?
If a problem arises while you work on a technical project, what are the first steps you take to solve the problem?
I am a sophomore in Purdue University studying Computer Engineering. I enjoy programming, creating circuits, and learning new things.
How do I decide on a major that may or may not directly influence my future career path? And after choosing, how then do I pick a school ?
I'm a high school senior trying to swim through the pool of life. I have support but it all just seems overwhelming sometimes. What to do? Where to go? How to go? THE QUESTIONS ARE ENDLESS
How did you know what you wanted to do in college and keep having the motivation to go on with it again and find work with that major before graduating?
Highschool, Going to college
What is the best way that I could gain experience to become a sports analyst ?
internships, opportunities,
How do you balance personal fulfillment with your definition of success?
As a freshman in the Grainger College of Engineering at UIUC, I’m thinking about how to navigate an increasingly competitive career landscape. How can I pursue professional success while also staying aligned with my personal goals and sense of fulfillment? Can anyone share some thoughtful advice?
What is one piece of advice for someone currently studying to become a physician assistant?
I am currently a student in community college; I am transferring next fall to earn my bachelor's degree in health science or a related major. Please share your best pieces of advice that have helped you in either school or your career.
What advice do you give someone who feels perpetually stuck in an "undecided" state? #Fall25
career advice // future endeavors
How do you engage a student who does not want to learn?
I am majoring in elementary education and have had experience observing in 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade classrooms. What are some of the most effective ways to teach students who deliberately refuse to participate and engage in class?
When in my college career should I start thinking about looking for internships?
I know internships are really important for post-college career development and I would like to know at what point should I be starting to look for them.
What is your best advice for effective time management in college?
I need some practical, easily implemented advice on how to manage my time in college, specifically the workload, not so much personal healthcare.
How can I start networking most effectively in my first days at college?
I know networking is very important post-college. Could you please give me some tips to do it more effectively?
Worst, Best, Easiest, Hardest Part of Being A Teacher?
Teachers, what is the worst part, the best part, the easiest, and the hardest part of your job?
Teachers, best advice you've ever been told?
Teachers, as an aspiring teacher myself, I want to know the single best advice you were told that changed the outlook of your career. Something that hit you deeply.
I need help for my future?
I am in 7th grade, and I am trying to find what I want to do for my future job but I am unsure because there are many options! I like technology, designing things, and I also like building things kind of like engineering are there any things that could let me do all of those and that would also...
What grade level to teach?
Hello, I'm a high school graduate who aspires to be a teacher. I've been on the fence about which grade level to teach, elementary, middle, or high school, I want to teach all three of them. Is it normal to be stuck? Is this a decision that will come to me as I go through college?
What are the entrance requirements for being a accountant
What are the requirements for be a accountant
How to choose a college ?
How should I choose a school if I want to go into veterinary medicine? And once there what classes should I take?
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