Federal Way, Washington
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How do I find out about apprenticeships and other ways to get practical experience during college?
#music #orchestral-music #music-performance
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Once I have a degree, will my employers care what my degree is in?
#after college
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Are the hours put into social work worth the outcome?
After watching videos on the social work profession, it seems that the hours can be rough and there is not a lot of vacation time available and holidays are not always available to take off. Is this a demanding career? And most importantly, is the effect you're having on the lives of others...
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What is the pay-off of being a social worker?
My interest has always been in helping people. Will I get to see that in a career in social work? Will I truly be making a difference in people's lives? #social-work #social-worker #social-services
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What can I do to get ready for university early as a senior in high school?
#newthings #washingtonstate #college #university
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How likely is it that I will want to switch my major?
I'm interested in Early Childhood Education mostly. I'm also interested in Creative Writing and Psychology. #senior #senioritis #nervous #major #double-major #psychology #creative-writing
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What are your best strategies for pursuing an advanced degree and working at the same time?
I am interested in going back to grad school, but I am focused on my career path. At this point, it seems advantageous to continue developing my career experience, but soon I will need an advanced degree to continue my growth. Am I going to still get a meaningful master's degree experience with...
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How do I build initial capital for an entrepreneurial endeavor?
I am interested in starting a sustainable development business, flipping properties but with a sustainability focus. But it seems like in order to break into property flipping, I need a large amount of investment to get started. Any ideas on how to fund a potentially expensive startup company?...
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What requirements are needed to have the best chance at getting into Med school?
#medical-school #premed
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What classes would you recommend for a new college freshman wanting to pursue medicine?
#biology
#Medicine #doctor #science #college #course-selection #academic-advising
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Double Majoring
I hear that going to college for one major can be difficult enough. Isn't two better than one? If I wanted to pursue a career in business and law, could I major in both to be competitive within the professional field, or, should I major in business and minor in law? I feel that earning two...
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Pre-Law Studies
Picking a major can be difficult! I feel like I would be trapped choosing one that limits my ability to branch out into other professional areas that I am passionate about. For example, I really want to pursue law and I thought that pre-law studies was the best pathway to go. However, I am...
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How can I teach, but get paid well?
I feel like I am meant to be a teacher but I also feel like I wouldn't be able to grow in my career the way I'd want to. #k-12-education
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How can I stay on top of work?
I get all my work done but I have a ton of stress because I don't do it until the last minute. #procrastination
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Which college has a good architecture/ interior design program?
I live in Washington and I know my options here in my area, but I'm really interested in branching out and going out of state for college but I'm not sure on where to go. #architecture #college
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How do I guard myself from toxic people in college?
I want to make sure I use discernment in who my closest circle of friends are while I am in college. #friendship
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What study habits are most important in college?
As a homeschool student, I get concerned that I won't meet expectations in college.
#studyhabits
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Why don't I see any women Architects?
I was watching a series on Netflix called " The World's Most Extraordinary Homes" and as the host of the show interviews these architects they are predominantly men that have sculpted these buildings. #architecture
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Why don't I see any women Architects?
I was watching a series on Netflix called " The World's Most Extraordinary Homes" and as the host of the show interviews these architects they are predominantly men that have sculpted these buildings. #architecture
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Is summer school more expensive than a normal school year?
I have to pay tuition on my own and I am wondering how that will affect me...
#college-tuition
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How important are internships?
I also want to know if you get paid or if you don't, the duration, etc...
#internships
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How do I prepare for an interview?
I have never had a professional interview and I want tips...
#interviews
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What is a good college GPA?
I also want to know if there is a minimum you have to maintain...
#college-advice
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Where can I find discounted textbooks?
Textbooks are so expensive and I am wondering how else I can access used textbooks...
#textbooks
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Can I apply for scholarships after being admitted?
I am wanting to know if I can continue to apply for internal and external scholarships while in school...
#scholarships
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How does FAFSA work and when should I apply?
I am wanted to know detailed guidelines...
#college-tuition #fafsa
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How many general education hours are required?
How many hours do you have to take before declaring a major?
#college-advice
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What is the compensation for a real estate agent?
I am not sure how they get paid. I want to know how commission splits work.
#college-major
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Should I take summer school courses?
I am wondering if it will be too much work or if it will help me graduate faster.
#college-advice
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What are some of the jobs that students have gotten with a Construction Management AA degree?
This is the career I am pursuing. It would be nice to hear what some people have accomplished with this degree, It has many destinations.
#construction-management
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How can I make friends in college?
I'm moving to a new place and I won't know anyone. What can I do to make new friends and companions? #friends #college
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How is college different from high school?
I'm in a very rigorous program in my high school (the IB program), and I was wondering how the course load differs? #College #IB
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How do I know that I am doing the right thing?
I will be pursuing my bachelors. I already have my associates. I will be moving to where I don't know anybody. And I don't deal well with stress.
Is this really the right thing for me?
#questioning #bachelorsdegree #stress #college-advice
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How difficult is it to live on your own for the first time?
I will be moving out to go to school two hours away from my parents. I have never had to really worry about expenses before. Sure I had my credit card, union dues, and other things that were minimal in cost. The thought of being responsible for everything is stressing my out. #stressed...
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What are some things I should know in order to start my own professional business?
I am preparing for a career as a CPM/LM (out-of-hospital midwife), and I hope to eventually start my own birth and photography businesses. I would like to learn more about the aspects of building a business that are most important in the beginning, so that I can create a solid foundation in...
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What is the most difficult aspect of living your life on-call, and how do you cope with it?
I am currently studying to be a CPM/LM (essentially, an out-of-hospital midwife), a career that involves being on-call for births or other needs by mothers 24/7. So, I would like to learn more about others' experiences with the on-call life, particularly what they found to be the hardest part...
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Is WSU widely recognized in the engineering community?
I'm looking to go into a career in engineering, and I've applied to UW, but am also applying to WSU as a backup. My GPA is well above 3.5, so I know that I can get into UW for sure (they have guaranteed admission for those with a GPA of 3.5 or greater). If I don't make it into engineering at...
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Is listening to music while studying productive?
I often listen to power metal or classical music while doing homework or studying. I'm starting to think that it might be distracting. Is listening to music while studying more harmful or beneficial? #music
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How can you find a job in your chosen field after graduation when they all require experience?
I look at all the job postings periodically to get a sense of what type of accounting I want to do when I get my bachelor's degree. They all require experience to start. Is it really necessary to have the experience if you've earned a degree? #accounting
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Where is the most lucrative place in the US for an RN? #igotstudentloans
My husband and I are thinking about relocating in a few years. #nursing #registered-nurses #student-debt #debt #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care
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What is the best way to save for retirement? Roth, IRA, 401k? They are all confusing to me.
I am getting a late start with retirement savings. I want to get caught up as soon as possible after I graduate from my BSN program. #retirement #financial-planning #nursing
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What makes accounting different than other majors?
I'm trying to decide! #accounting #scholarships
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What is the best method for getting a job in a zoo or wildlife rehabilitation center?
I have always been interested in wildlife and plan on being open to either option once I receive a degree in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Sciences at Washington State University. So far this is just a plan but I will be applying for their spring semester which begins this January. I guess...
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What can I do with a psychology major?
I am really interested in studying psychology but I would also like to work with young children. How can I incorporate these two things into a career path? #psychology #psychotherapy #child-development #child-psychology #cognitive-psychology #psychology-education
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How likely will opportunities to travel abroad be in a career as a UX designer?
I am planning to have a future career in User Experience (UX) design. As understanding different walks of life and cultures is a big part of not only UX design but also my personal interests, I would love to travel alongside my job. Due to my heritage, I have a particular interest in working...
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What is the hardest thing about moving in to college?
I'm super excited to move in, but I'm personally curious of other peoples' experiences on the difficulties they had getting accustomed to the new surroundings and living space.
#movein #firstyear #college
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What does a lawyer do?
I saw a movie about a lawyer and it looked pretty fun. What do they actually do? Also- there was a judge. What is the difference between a lawyer and a judge?
#lawyer #judges #law
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What does it take to build and run a new apartment complex?
Hello, I've all but decided that apartment complex ownership is the business I want to start with as an entrepreneur. I'm currently working toward finishing my associate of arts degree, taking business/economics/accounting classes to assist me with the technical aspects of starting the...
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Some tips on balancing college, work, and other aspects of your life?
I'm 20 and have been enrolled in community college since I was 16. It's been a roller-coaster as far as my academic performance; I've done well in many classes and failed just as many. I think the biggest factor of my failures is my tendency to procrastinate when I get overwhelmed or stressed....
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