Enumclaw, Washington
What differentiates someone who advances quickly in their field from someone who plateaus, even if they're both capable? And how do you evaluate whether you're actually progressing versus just staying busy / comfortable?
I'm looking to get a job in a marine science field, and I know there's a lot of room to grow and advance in that career field, but I want to make sure I actually make steps forward.
What kind of extracurriculars and projects should I work on if I want to build firmware for space?
I'm a university second year computer science student in Seattle. I'm super interested in embedded systems and firmware and would love to work on systems used by space agencies on their missions. What kind of extracurriculars and projects should I work on to help me build the skills to move...
How do you balance college, even part-time, with full-time work?
I am 40 and work full-time. I am going to college part-time. But I also of course have house chores, medical and dental appointments, and family responsibilities like spending time with my aging mother. How do you balance it all?
How can I pick a major without being overwhelmed by the mass of options and paths I COULD take #Spring26?
I am about to be a second year student at UC Berkeley and I am overwhelmed by choice. I have always existed in more of an arts realm of school, emphasis on writing, journalism, and acting. I am also interested in psychology and media studies, and I don't know how to start dissecting what the...
How do you figure out if you want to go into medicine before going to med school?
Are internships, volunteering, or classes a good representation of what an actual job in the medical field would be like? Or is there a better source?
What does a typical day look like for a speech language pathologist major ?
Hi! I am a speech and hearing sciences major at Washington state university!
Is attending a dream school worth the debt? #Spring26
I'm having difficulty choosing between my dream college and attending a college close to home. The University of San Francisco is my dream school, and I want to go into accounting with a minor in marketing. Is it worth the debt? I haven't paid the deposit yet because I have a cheaper...
How can the classes I choose today help me reach my long-term goals in life and work?
Are there specific classes I need to take? I'm I going to be behind if I don't get into the right classes? How to find the right classes and steps for my career?
How does Cal Poly SLO compare with Santa Clara?
I am a 12th grade senior who was admitted to Cal Poly SLO and Santa Clara University who is about to major in Computer Science and is also interested in Economy and Political Science. Between SLO and Santa Clara, which school is stronger Computer Science, the subject I want to major in? Which...
How do people that don't qualify for "need based" scholarships get financial aid support?
Don't qualify for "need based" scholarships from FAFSA and from the universities themselves however tuition is too expensive to be able to afford it without scholarships.
How can I close the gap and build confidence in college and professional spaces?
I moved to the US. a few years ago and have been figuring out school, work, and life here mostly on my own. I’m currently studying business and working in a non-profit organization while also helping support my family. Even though I’ve worked hard to get here, I still feel behind compared to...
How do other students figure out what they want to pursue career wise? #Spring26
Questions for other students that have it figured out or are also struggling
What should I do the summer before senior year?
Hello! I'm currently a junior in high school looking for strong activities to fill my summer but it's proven difficult. I've researched dozens of possible summer research programs, however most come with a hefty price tag that I have no interest in paying. The high school internships I looked...
how long are days for film makeup artist?
I am working on a project for my future career, and this one came up as a match with my personality, so I have to do lots of research
How long does it take to get a bachelor's degree, and do you need any special training to become a graphic designer?
I'm in 6th grade and working on an assignment for school success, the "Lifelong Leadership Project," and I'm doing mine on my future career instead of my college (I want to go to MassArts) but I need some answers to questions like "How long does training/education take Where should you get...
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