Elkhorn, Wisconsin
How hard is balancing social and school life in college?
I'm pretty worried that in entering college I will get lost in the school aspect of things as I try to maintain good grades and I won't make a bunch of friends. #college #balance #time-management
What types of jobs are available to people with an Accounting Assistant Technical Diploma?
I am considering pursuing an Accounting Assistant Technical Diploma after High School. I'm curious to see what kind of jobs may be available to me after completing that program? #accounting #accounting-certificate #bookkeeping
How does one find a job as a marine biologist?
I'm going to school for marine biology. #marinebiology #biology
How much would college in a foreign country affect my academics?
I had a friend who was a foreign-exchange student in my high school and I would love to go to college in her country. Their culture and customs are very intriguing to me and I would love to have firsthand experience but wouldn't want to if I would have too many issues learning. I would be...
What does submajoring in a major do for a resume?
I have so many majors that I'm interested in and I would love to be able to pursue as many as I can in as little time as possible and or save money.. Guess I'm also asking how it works as well. #environmental-science #pyschology #sociology
What types of careers can I do with a major in Chinese?
I know Icould teach Chinese or be a translator, but what other jobs are there? #chinese
Whats the best engineer school to attend#School
Im planning to attend an engineer school but my question is whats the best?#mechanical-engineering
Gen Eds before 4-year?
My mother is imploring me to get my Gen Eds out of the way at the local community college, then move on to a 4-year institution. But, I truly wish to go straight to a 4-year school, despite the higher cost. Economically, I'm aware that the local school is the right way to go, but I desire to...
When it comes to selecting a candidate are there any potential warning signs that signal they might not be a good fit?
My instructor did a role-play with another instructor on how to conduct an interview. The class ran out of time, we weren't able to go over the warning signs. I was wondering if anyone has had experience with a "bad" interviewee. #human-resources #talent-recruiting #talent-acquisition
Which schools have the best programs for transfer students?
I will be graduating this May with an associate's degree. I'm looking for schools that have human resources or business administration programs that will accept all or most of my 70 credits. I've been looking around at the colleges in my area. I'm asking for a second opinion. #college...
How often is Microsoft Access used in Human Resources or other similar job functions?
A year ago I learned how to use Microsoft Access in my computer software class. I'm wondering how often if at all is it used? If it isn't used what are software programs that we should be focusing on using instead. Are there any specific software programs that are used in Human Resources that...
What is the HRIS software program?
I am asking because I'm currently in school for an associate's degree in Human Resources. I have not come across this software program at all during my schooling. I'm wondering what it is, the functions of the software program, and are there any classes to take in order to use the program? I've...
What is the best path for a student of information technology or related field that wishes to start a career in Information Security?
I am graduating soon, and want to work in Information Security. What certifications, if any, are required/appropriate? Should I get programming work experience before attempting to move into Information Security? Is there any other advice that you can give that might help me break into the...
Will a TI-84 or similar graphing calculator ever come in handy in software development, or will I only ever need it for school?
I'm curious whether it would make more sense to sell my TI-84 when I'm done with the math classes for my degree, or to hold onto it. #computer-science #computer-software #software-engineering #computer-programming #software-development #software-design
Should I list work experience from before college that doesn't apply to my chosen career field when applying for my first job in my chosen field?
I have years of experience in assorted fields before I went to college. I am graduating soon, and want to get a job in programming. I have no technology field experience outside of coursework. Should I list my other experience on my resume, or just start fresh with college? #programming...
What are good ways for a recent graduate to make up for lack of experience when trying to get their first job in computer programming?
I will be graduating soon, and due to personal circumstances and the local economy, I've been unable to get an internship. I worry that this will prevent me from getting a good job when I graduate. How can I make up for this lack of experience on my resume? #computer-software #software...
What is a day in the life of a pharmaceutical chemist like?
Having a family and having personal time is important to me, but so is having a successful career. How much time would I put into this job each week? Is overtime involved? Would I have time for a family? #pharmaceuticals #chemicals #pharmaceutical-industry #medicinal-chemistry
Is a phD necessary in order to become a pharmaceutical chemist? What is the best education path in order to get the most of out this career?
I want to be a pharmaceutical chemist, but have heard that there are many different education paths you could take to get there. I am wondering what the smartest path would be, as this could help narrow my college search. #medicine #chemistry #pharmaceuticals #pharmaceutical-industry...
cinematography or editing?
Trying to decide between cinematography and editing what are the skills needed for both areas and what are the career opportunities in the areas. #film-production #personal-development #career-details #editing #cinematography #movies
Film production versus film studies
What kind of careers are available from the two different areas of film degrees? #film
What is the average salary for an actuary?
I am looking to go into actuarial science in an attempt at becoming an actuary after I finish college, so I want to know the salary of one. #actuarial-science #actuarial #financial-planning
What career has the highest out of college job placement rate?
I am #undecided on my major, and I have a wide variety of interests, but I don't want to go to college, spend thousands of dollars, and go into a field with no jobs available. #jobs #growing-jobs
Are taking AP classes and a language in high school better than college?
People have told me you don't even get a lot of credits for AP classes and that they just drop you GPA. Is this true? What option will save me more money? Also, when the high school speech guy talked about what he wished he would do he said that he would take the lanuage four years during high...
What is the most benificial college for a psychology degree? Also, what degree is the most benificial?
I'm trying to choose a degree in psychology. I am not sure if it would be better to get a higher degree and do more schooling or just an average degree with less schoolling. Also, I am not sure what college would be the best for this degree. I've heard a lot of good news with Wisconsin and...
How do you feel about being an early childhood education teacher
I'm asking because I've been told that it's not a very rewarding job #educator
How many years will I need to get my doctorate in education
I'm heading into education and thinking about getting my doctorate
#educator
What should I study in order to prepare for the MCAT exam?
I would like to take the test required for entering medical school, therefore I would like some suggestions on sources for studying for it. #doctor #graduate-school #medical-school #test
What classes should I take for a career in the medical field if I am a freshman in an undergraduate college?
I plan on becoming a medical doctor, and would like to know what classes should I take in my freshman college year. #college #doctor #graduate #medical-school
As an Engineering Management major, should I plan on getting a minor with it or even go further and get my Master's?
If I need to plan on more school for my major. #professor #mechanical-engineering #director
What year of college is it when I should apply for any internships or coops and how do I go about getting in touch with companies that offer these types of programs?
I'm an Engineering major and want to get into Engineering Management. Not sure when to start looking into these programs #college #professor #manager
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