Freeport, Illinois
How important are extracurricular activities?
I'm an active member of several clubs, but I'm not a leader or president or anything. I want to build my resume, but I'm not exactly sure what stands out. The clubs I'm apart of are: Model UN, Forensics, FBLA and Science Club. (And I'm not participating to get into college, I'm doing them...
How do you make the transition from college to the work force?
I know my mom went to a job fair at her college and was then offered her first job, but it's not the same everywhere. #first-job
How do I take all the prerequisites I need, but not get overwhelmed?
Currently, I am planning out my fall and spring semester college classes. In order to complete all my prerequisites needed for my major, I need to take many difficult classes in the same semester. In times like these, I often get overwhelmed, which impacts my academic performance. I would like...
How do I continue to stay focused while studying?
When I am studying, I often find my mind drifting to other less important topics. It is difficult to stay focused on the subject at hand for long periods of time. In order to perform better academically, I need to reassess my study techniques and find a way to stay focused. #studying...
What are some good ways to study?
I want to raise my letter grade at school.#academic-success
What do colleges look for on a college application?
I want to have a really good chance to get accepted to a college.#college-advice
How do I know what career I should choose?
Everyone always picks career ideas based off how much money they make. I'm not worried about money. I'm worried about my overall happiness and whether or not I will actually find enjoyment and passion in the job that I have. #worried #advice #nervous #help
What advice do you have for someone who is worried that they won't end up liking their career?
I'm worried that after all of my schooling, when it comes down to actually working, I might not like the career that I have worked so hard to get. I want to make sure that I have a job that makes me happy, not just one that supplies me with a paycheck. #advice #worried #nervous
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
Should I apply for jobs above my experience range, just in case, or always play it safe?
When applying for jobs after college, should I just stick to low key positions, or put on a courageous stance and try to prove myself? Is it better to work your way up the ladder, or demand respect? #career #job
What sort of careers can be found involving writing with a communication degree?
I have always had a knack for writing, but I'm not sure I want to be a journalist. What other types of careers might there be like that? #communications #writing #communication
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