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Should I pursue a major in civil engineering and a minor in business?
Im currently a junior going into senior year of high school this fall. Before, I was interested in majoring in architecture but now has changed to majoring in civil engineering and possibly minoring in business. I do understand that it will be rigorous wanting to do both courses and will need...
How should I, as a freshman, look to get involved on campus, in order to build a quick sense of community and belonging, so that college can feel like home?
I am a high school senior, who is going to attend Liberty University, in Virginia, in the fall. I have built a really strong sense of community in my home town in California, and since I'm moving so far away I know a strong community will help me a lot as I miss my home. What are some...
How should I prepare to attend UCSD in the fall ?
I am an incoming freshman who is currently a high school senior. I would like to know more about the school and what I can do to be prepared to start college.
I am a freshman in University pursuing a Neuroscience degree. My question is for those with master degrees, medical doctor degrees, or Phd's. What is the best way to decide which post graduate path to take How do you decide between Phd, Masters, or MD? What are the differences and important things to know about each path? #Spring26?
I am super interested in research but I also want to help people directly or indirectly in the future. #Spring26
For engineering technicians.or skilled trades professionals, what was the hardest transition from school to real-world work, and what would you do differently if you could start over ?
Current engineering technician student at MiraCosta TCI.
Should I Commit to SDSU?
Hi, I am currently a Senior at Southwest Highschool. I got accepted into SDSU; however, my family is considered middle class, making in total around $170,000. So I only received around $1,200 of finical aid, and I am worried that my family despite the high income on paper- won't be able to...
How can I efficiently double major in engineering and theater?
I am a senior in High School, going to UCSD, planning on double-majoring in Mechanical Engineering and Theater. Any advice on study habits, course selection, and time management to help make that happen? I am very passionate about both fields and hope to create careers in both as well, not one...
As private-owned, print media begins to lose power and news moves to digital, social-media driven means, what ways are journalists working to combat the new ways in which misinformation is being circulated?
I'm an 18-year-old graduating senior looking to study journalism, but feeling unsure about the future of news in the digital age.
How hard is it to become a VFX Supervisor and what are the steps to take to get there?
Is it recommended to become an artist first and then move your way up? If so or if not, why? What career path is the most viable for being successful in film in general?
How can I most effectively balance graduate studies and work commitments with the high level research involvement necessary to become a competitive Clinical Psychology PhD candidate within two years? #Spring26
I am a 23 year old first generation Latina finishing up my research work at UCSD, and heading into my master’s at SDSU with the goal of applying for a PhD in two years. I am currently balancing grad school with a part time job to stay afloat, but I know I need to stay active in research to stay...
How do you know what you doing in college is for yourself and not for the ones around you?
I am going to college to major in biology to eventually get my doctorate in veterinary medicine, during this time I will be running track. If anyone has advice to help know if it's what I want or just for the people around me.
What is the best pathway to combine military service while working in a medical role to support the health of others?
I am currently a second-year undergraduate student with a huge interest in the medical field, specifically physical therapy. I am also interested in joining the military and I know that there are routes for medical service members. What is the best pathway to combine military service while...
How do you figure out the right career path for yourself and what would you recommend doing early in college to explore different options without falling behind?
I'm a freshman in college and am about to finish my spring semester. I already feel like I'm running out of time to figure out my major and career goals. I don't know how I'm supposed to transfer from community college to a 4 year by the fall semester if I still have no clue what I want to do...
How do you balance being ambitious and working toward long-term goals while still taking care of your mental health and avoiding burnout in college and beyond ?
I’m someone who is very driven and involved in a lot of activities, and I want to succeed academically and professionally, but I also don’t want to push myself to the point where I feel constantly overwhelmed or lose motivation. How do you manage your time, set boundaries, and recognize when...
Does anyone have advice on pursuing, balancing, and combining double majors in two very different academic spectrums such as Chemistry and Theatre?
I’m very interested in both the arts and science, and wish to pursue both in college. I’m concerned on what this will mean in course load, and future career planning.
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