Dickinson, Texas
How do you secure scholorships as a single non working mom?
Starting a new life at 40something I would like to focus on the degree I'm pursuing and be successful in the career path that I chose, Health Information Management. I've been seeking scholarship opportunities to help with living expenses since most jobs I've interviewed for can't work with my...
How do I find a great internship in Health Information Management?
It seems as if most of these positions are seeking candidates with experience. During the last semester of the degree I'm required to intern and am curios to know how to secure a great internship which would result in a long term position.
#HealthINformation #HIM #internships
Will a scholarship cover my basics?
I haven't finished my basics. Will a scholarship pay for the basics to, or go straight to what I'm majoring in? #scholarships #college
What would be some good tips if I'm majoring in culinary arts?
I've always dreamed of being a chef, a great one at that. I would love to learn everything there is to know about the culinary world. #chefdreams #futuregordonramsey
What careers can I expect with a double major in criminal justice and sociology?
Would they help me get a career as a judge or a lawyer? If so, what are the steps to get into those careers? #criminal-justice #law #law-practice
Which is better to be accepted into colleges outside of my state and for scholarships, Advanced Placement classes or Dual Credit courses? Are they valued the same by admissions and scholarship committees?
Through out my high school career I have chosen dual credit course or advance placement classes. The teachers were the same for both. The college credit was automatic without the burden of an assessment to determine if I should receive college credit. Also they both had the same point value so...
How difficult is it to find a position as a veterinarian directly out of college?
When I conducted researched research on become a veterinarian I spoke with a vet at the local Pets Smart. She indicated that positions at the zoos were very rare. She interned at the Houston Zoo, Atlanta zoo and Disney's Animal kingdom. She stated that people in positions like this rarely...
What are some tips for finding shadowing opportunities?
I'm interested in shadowing. Wondering how to find shadowing opportunities and would love to hear personal stories and how it helped you. #work-shadowing #job-shadowing #employment-opportunities #career #career-counseling #teach -mentoring #career-development #career-plan #plan #career-choice...
What advice would you give to an upcoming college freshman?
I'm a soon-to-be college freshman and I'm very nervous because I don't know what to expect. What was college like for you and what advice would you give me? #college #college-admissions #college-advice #college-advising #college-bound ###college #college-majors #education #higher-education...
Would you recommend taking a Speech class?
#speech-writing #public-speaking #public-relations #speech-class #communication-skills #life-skills #teaching #teacher #teacher-training #teachers #educator #educating #higher-education #primary/secondary #public-speaking #motivational-speaking #teacher-development
What should you include in your resume if you're a student with little experience/ skills?
Looking to develop a resume that is effective and stands out, but I'm a high school student without much experience or skills. Are there any things you can include that someone reviewing your resume would find useful to know? Does the fact that I volunteer as a teacher assistant or that I'm...
Which celebrity or public figure do you look up to?
Was asked this in an interview and was wondering how professionals would respond. What are employers/interviewers looking for when they ask this? How should I go about answering this? #interview #mock-interviews #interviews #interviewskills #interviewing-skills #rolemodel #interview-questions...
What personally helped you decide what major/career to pursue?
I'm a high school senior who still is not sure of what major/career to pursue and would really appreciate guidance and personal experience about when and how you decided on your path. #career #career-counseling #career-development #job #careers #changing-careers #expert #advice #career-paths...
How do you write an outstanding, effective cover letter?
Applying for an internship and was asked to submit a cover letter. What is it and how can you write an effective one? Would really appreciate some examples or guidance. #job #job-search #resume #resume-writing #cover-letters #evaluating-resumes #skills #job-skills #interviewing-skills #career...
How can one create an original voice in applying for college?
When students are applying for college, most have the same mindset of haveing to use “loaded language”. How can I single myself out even if I feel all options are taken.#college #college-admissions #college-applications #writing
How hard is it to get into the music production industry?
I’m asking because I’ve heard that you have to know someone involved in the industry and wanted to know if there are any other methods of getting in.#future
What can I do to increase my chances of getting accepted into an Optometry Program?
I have always wanted to become an Optometrist. I want to make sure that I am doing everything right.. #optometry
What Undergrad Degree should I declare for a career in Optometry?
I am a senior and applying for college. I do not want to waste time declaring a degree that will not aid in my application to Optometry school. #optometry
Can graduate students take a test to receive their Bachelor' or Masters Degree? If so, what kind of proceess does it take?
I am a non traditional student who is almost 40. I am working 4 different jobs so I can obtain my Bachelor's degree in Construction Management. I already have 17 years experience in the petrochemical industry in a variety of mechanical careers. The faster I can get through school the better...
Will I be respected in the medical field as a nurse?
I have always wanted to be a nurse but every time I tell someone that they ask, “Why not a doctor?” And while I have no answer of why I don’t want to be a doctor, I’m worry as a nurse I won’t be respected in the medical field but only thought of being, “too dumb to be a doctor”...
Is College going to be just like Highschool?
Highschool has not been the best years of my life and I’m worried, even with its hype, College won’t be as enjoyable as everyone makes it out to seem. I understand it’s more work but I’m worried that’s all it will be. #education #highschool #college
What are some important things to consider when choosing a college roommate?
I will be going to college soon, and I want to know what I should consider in choosing who will be my roommate. Character? Work ethic? How fun they are to hang out with?
#college #roommates #housing #dorm
What are the pros and cons of going to graduate school instead of directly going to the police academy?
Is it better to go to graduate school after getting your bachelor degree or is it better going into the police academy right after school? Which option would help me in the road to becoming police detective+? #police-and-law-enforcement
What skills should I work on going into the police academy after gradation?
I understand that I should be capable in the physical sense of the job, but I wanted to know if there are any skills required for better consideration of the position? #police-academy
How can I become more organize entering college ?
Throughout my high school career I’ve had good grade projects done on time. My problem is managing my time. I do everything last minute and it ends up not being my 100 percent effort. I need helpful methods to add some order to add order. #time-management
What will I need to study in order to be prepare for physical therapy in medical school
My dream career is to become a physical therapist, the only problem is I don’t know what I need to study that will prepare me for my future career #medicine #physicaltherapy
How important are extracurriculars to grad school?
In high school, extracurricular clubs and activities are a big part of college applications. When applying for grad school, is this the same way? Or do grad schools just look for consistently high grades? #grades #extracurriculars #grad #graduate-school ##gradschool #graduateschool...
How can I deal with stress?
#stressed #life-balance I'm in my second semester of Junior high and I've been stressed since day one. I work throughout the whole weekend to help my mom around the house, but I barely have enough time to study only weekdays. I barely even have enough time for myself. How can I deal with the...
When is the optimum time to declare a major?
How do you know that you're not rushing into anything and might end up picking something that you'll regret later? Is it really that big a deal for you to change your major and spend a little extra time in college? I feel like it's possible to not get your major choice completely right the...
Does failing in one elective means that you can not graduate?
i am asking this question because i have computer science AP class and it is really hard and i feel i can't get good grades in it. Somehow i passed my 1st semester but i am worried about my 2nd semester because if i don't pass maybe i have to go summer school and then delay my graduation and i...
is 2.7 a good GPA?
I am high school senior and i am asking this question because i am worried that how i am gonna get admission in colleges with this GPA and also stressed about graduation.
#stressed
What is the benefit of a college degree compared to real life training?
who will have the advantage? someone who spends four years in the work force vs someone who spent 4 years in college to obtain a degree when looking for a career? #college #experience #career-development #career-preparation #working #career-counseling
How will my university degree help me in finding my dream career?
I am curious, how will my degree will prepare me to have knowledge on, where to look, and how to find my dream career. #college #degree #career-development
How do I find motivation to study when I am stuck in a rut?
Sometimes I have no idea how to find the motavation to study because I am so tired or have no energy.#motivation #studying-tips #studying #time-management
Are there many other ways of earning scholarships?
I would like to attend the University of Texas and I know it costs a fair amount of money. I would like to know if there are other great ways to earn scholarships and if there’s many other websites to help me earn money for college. #scholarships
How do you get rid of stress put on by parents?
My parents put a lot of pressure on me to succeed. I want to know how to do well for me, not for my parents. #college
What would the best way to go being realistic or follow our dreams in one's career?
Some people's opinion is what matters the most, but its better what one believes than someone else's
#being-optimistic
what can i do to help myself figure out what i wanna choose as my major?
I’ve always been surrounded by people who have known their whole lives what they want to study and what they type want to do with their lives, but i’ve never been able to figure out what I like and what my skills are. It’s been sort of freaking me out lately because i feel so pressured to...
When should I create my common application?
I’m a junior in high school and I refuse to wait until the last minute or even until when it’s time for everyone else to be prepared for school. I’m willing to put i. the work I just don’t know when to start.
#applications #college #college-admissions #common-app
I’m class of 2019 and I genuinely don’t know when I need to start applying to college, what will guarantee a full ride or where to find scholarships that will cover everything for school.
I want to go to a really prestigious school and I know my family has no money to put towards my education. A helpful grant or something similar is what I need but I feel like i’m under qualified and I don’t know where to find them.
#college #college-admissions #financial-aid #grants #scholarships
How, through my future career, can I inspire young kids to make a difference in their community?
I want to make a lasting impact on the people I work with, and I want the children I see to be inspired to work hard and positively impact the people around them. What are some ways I can help kids achieve this? #positivity #inspiration #medicine #children #working-with-children...
What type of advice do you have for doing college applications effectively?
I am in my second semester of junior year and college applications are around the corner. I was wondering how to do the applications effectively and where they make a lasting impact on the admissions deans.
#collegeapplication
How do I know what type of major is best for me as a high schooler?
I am a junior in high school and am looking at colleges. I want to pursue medicine but I want to know how people choose the major that suites them the most. I feel like medicine does but I'm not sure.
#college-bound #choosing-a-major #medicine
Best jobs in medicine to positively impact young lives?
I’m extremely interested in pursuing a career in the medical field, but I’d like to do so where I know I’ll make a lasting impact on the people I serve. #medicine #doctor #nursing
For those who are already Nurses, what do you enjoy most about nursing?
I just want to know how it feels for you to love your job, and enjoy what you're doing. Is it very exciting?
#nursing
#registered-nurses
#pediatric-nursing
What are some things to keep in mind during the interviewing process?
Is there any pointers for freshly graduated students to stand out during their interview? Is there a method to prepare for the interview questions and what kind of question will the interviewer ask? #teaching #professionals #education #interview
What are the various nursing careers out there?
I am interested in becoming a nurse, but I would like to explore other options of been a nurse. For example, for me I really love kids, so I would prefer to work with kids.
#pediatric-nurse
#nursing
What is your favorite part of teaching?
I look forward to those little moments with my students where I just know that this field is my calling. I love hearing from those who have lived it and what those moments are for them. #education #itsthelittlethings #teaching #passion
Is it better to still live with your parents when you are in College/ University?
I'm a sophomore in college, and I still stay with my parents. Most people find that weird, they expect that you should move out when you are about to go to college. To me it actually saves me money on paying rent and other expenses. But of course if your college is out of state or really far...
What’s the peice of advice you have that no one shared with you?
Do you ever feel like everyone who has become successful has some secret about their story... #story #film #theatre #live-theatre #success #design
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