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Hannah Apr 13, 2025 361 views

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...

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Tatum Apr 13, 2025 321 views

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.

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Lia Apr 12, 2025 925 views

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.

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Jainil Apr 11, 2025 471 views

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.

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Jamerra Apr 10, 2025 766 views

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...

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Jocelyn Apr 10, 2025 788 views

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.

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Ashlee Apr 09, 2025 440 views

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...

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Agnieszka Apr 09, 2025 1760 views

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.

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Srey Apr 08, 2025 1233 views

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...

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Remiyah Apr 08, 2025 790 views

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?

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Lorelai Apr 07, 2025 250 views

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.

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Kemi Apr 07, 2025 1328 views

For those working in healthcare, in fields like medicine, pharmacy, and optometry. How do you know when it’s time to make a pivot in your career, and what do think are the most appropriate steps to take? As I’m getting further along in my career journey, one of the things I worry about is feeling stuck in my chosen field. Have you ever felt like this? If so, what have you done to overcome or avoid this?

Grad student

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Kayle Apr 07, 2025 1206 views

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?
#Spring25

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Madison Apr 07, 2025 520 views

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?

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Neydali Apr 06, 2025 518 views

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?

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Eric Apr 05, 2025 563 views

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.

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Amaiya Apr 05, 2025 1542 views

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

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alina Apr 04, 2025 1477 views

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).

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Yazmeen Apr 03, 2025 405 views

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

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CARLOS Apr 03, 2025 291 views

How to get tuition financing?

I need funding for college.

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Matthew Apr 03, 2025 310 views

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.

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Isahi Apr 03, 2025 573 views

How should I approach this summer to prepare myself for mechanical engineering, or what mindset should I have as I approach my first year of college ?

As my time in high school now comes to an end, I'm now trying to look more into the future and prepare myself for college life. As much as I want to take the proper time to relax this summer and really enjoy myself, I realize mechanical engineering is going to be a difficult major. I was just...

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Chloe Apr 03, 2025 381 views

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...

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Jocelyn Apr 02, 2025 1146 views

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.

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Quinn Apr 02, 2025 324 views

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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Keagan Apr 02, 2025 588 views

How can Environmental Scientists use their knowledge to help conserve our natural resources for the future?

I am currently a senior in high school and plan to study Environmental Science in collage. I want to learn more about how this can lead to better sustainably practices in our future!
#Spring25

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Courtney Apr 02, 2025 582 views

How does one get used to the hospital ER environment?

I am a Pre-Radiography student, intending to apply for my college's Radiography program later this year. I do plan on doing a hospital tour before applying, but those I've talked to have said that you "just get used" the the various things that happen in an ER environment. I know that not...

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Jalena Apr 02, 2025 871 views

What is the most difficult part of the journey to becoming a Physician Assistant ?

What is the most difficult part of the journey to becoming a Physician Assistant?

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Reede Apr 02, 2025 228 views

What scholarships I can apply for college ?

I need financial relief as an incoming college student

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Lily Apr 02, 2025 849 views

What are some good/not sketchy Scholarships for homeschoolers?

I’m homeschooled and struggling to find scholarships. I would appreciate help finding scholarships.

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