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alexis May 25, 2016 934 views

Can entrepreneurship really be taught?

I attend the University of Michigan where I major in communications and minor in entrepreneurship. I've heard it said many times that entrepreneurship can't be taught & that you either have it or you don't. While to a certain extent I believe that statement, I also have greatly benefited from...

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Tyler May 24, 2016 5506 views

If I have an undecided major, what classes should I take my freshman year of college?

I am going to be a college freshman but am undecided about what my major is. I would love to play baseball professionally and will be playing baseball in college. #teaching #teacher #majors #students #undecided #baseball #coaches

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Tyler May 24, 2016 959 views

What classes should I take if I want to get into sports management?

I am going to be a college freshman, my dream would be to play baseball professionally but I have to be realistic and know that I need my college degree to be successful. #baseball #athletes #coaches

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Maitlin May 24, 2016 1866 views

What is it like to be a professional game tester?

As anyone who plays video games would be, I was excited by the prospect that playing video games could be a viable career choice. But I don't know if it would be the right career for me, since in the end it sounds like a lot of sitting down. Is it as fun as it sounds initially, does it become...

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Maitlin May 24, 2016 1485 views

How does one get involved in the creation of video games?

I've always loved video games, not only as a way to take my mind off of stress, but also as a form of interactive media that can bring people together. The unique experiences and lessons I've learned from video games have helped me so much in life, that I want to do the same for others, even if...

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Sydnie May 24, 2016 854 views

When should I start visiting colleges?

Should I visit before I apply, like in the summer after my junior year? Or after I apply and get accepted?
Because why would I visit a place that might not accept me? #campus-visit #college-admissions #college-selection

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Sydnie May 24, 2016 782 views

Should I attend a private or public college/university?

I know that public colleges in Illinois are required to accept 3's on AP exams, which I might have gotten, but I also hear that private colleges can offer more financial aid.
At which type of college would I end up saving more money? #financial-aid #ap-exam

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Melanie May 24, 2016 967 views

What are the downfalls of being a nurse?

I am thinking about becoming a nurse and I was wondering if there were any major factors that I might want to know about before proceeding a degree. #nursing #nurse #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care

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Melanie May 24, 2016 801 views

How is a registered nurse different from a licensed practical nurse?

I want to know is it is worth the extra money to become more qualifies or if the label of a degree is less important in the scheme of things. #nursing

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Jasmine May 23, 2016 991 views

Is it okay to pick a major that does not have a lot of job opportunities in the state you live in?

My current major is Apparel Merchandising and Product Development and with me being in Ohio, the jobs can be limited because it is not one of the larger, more fashion driven states. Would it be too risky to stick with it , and chance the possibility of relocating? #career #career-counseling

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Jasmine May 23, 2016 1128 views

What is the best way to determine if your major is the best major for you?

I recently thought I found the perfect major and minor. I was really excited to finally go from undecided to declaring my current major/minor, Apparel Merchandising and Product Development/Marketing. I was glad to finally share my decision with family and friends, only to have them make me...

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Jasmine May 23, 2016 945 views

What is the best way to determine if your major is the best major for you?

I recently thought I found the perfect major and minor. I was really excited to finally go from #undecided to declaring my current major/minor, Apparel Merchandising and Product Development/Marketing. I was glad to finally share my decision with family and friends, only to have them make me...

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Alexis May 22, 2016 1124 views

Should I go into animation?

I really enjoyed art and I can't think of any other career to pursue, however I have been told that animation is a really bad career to pursue. I was hoping if somebody could tell me a piece of information that would help me feel more positive and assured that going into animation isn't a bad...

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Alexis May 22, 2016 987 views

Do you have any helpful tips on becoming an animator?

Hello! I'm interested in pursuing a career in animation but I don't have much experience in the field. I was hoping on receiving some helpful advice on what it is like to be an animator. #animation #career-plan

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Jada May 22, 2016 867 views

Regarding internships, is there certainty for students who don't apply for work-study to intern in their particular field of study?

I am a recently graduated high school senior going on to pursue a degree in neuroscience at the University of Illinois at Chicago. My concern was if students who didnt apply for work-study would have a hard time finding internships. #internships #financial-aid

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Jada May 22, 2016 1090 views

In deciding what to major in for college, how do you process majors and minors in the course selecting process?

I am a recently graduated high school student, and I am majoring in Neuroscience at the University of Illinois at Chicago. I want to minor in Spanish and vocal performance. I am asking because I am unsure of how to minor in those particular fields of study while having a filled schedule for...

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Ayana May 22, 2016 801 views

Is it guaranteed that I'll get a job after graduating from college?

This relates to my first question, where I asked "How can I choose a major that will benefit me in the long run?"

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Ayana May 22, 2016 1031 views

How do I select a major that will benefit me in the long run?

I lot of people that I know who graduated college have degrees in fields that have absolutely no correlation to their jobs. I don't want to make that same mistake. I plan on double majoring in Math and Creative Writing. #math #majors #degrees #creative-writing

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Danielle May 21, 2016 868 views

What are some great scholarship websites and is it too late to apply to any?

I will be attending Western Illinois University in the fall and I need about $4,000 to be able to attend. #scholarships #guidance-counselor

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Ish May 20, 2016 829 views

Any internships available for High School student in computer science?

Hi I am a high school student looking for an internship in computer science.
I have a background in HTML/CSS, Ruby on Rails, Java, Arduino and git. I am dedicated and over the summer have plenty of time to work. For additional details please contact me. #science #computer

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Margaret May 20, 2016 901 views

Why did you pick your field of psychological study?

I recently took a class on different types of psychotherapy and it had me wondering why people decide on what psychological path is best for them. #doctor #psychology #therapy #clinical-psychology

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Margaret May 20, 2016 997 views

What's the most conventional way to get into the FBI, and what's the most unconventional?

I am studying to be a psychologist and I have a great interest in criminal profiling. I understand to be accepted into the BAU most agents have been working 7-10 years. I understand there are 5 different ways to be accepted into the FBI but I'm wondering if there is a simple or a different way...

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Michelle May 20, 2016 1381 views

Does having a tattoo really make it difficult for someone to practice medicine?Or is that just a bias opinion due to the bad reputation of tattoos in general?

I personally love tattoos. I do not have one, however thinking of getting a meaningful one soon. YET I always hear from teachers and adults how having "ink" ruin or hinder my chance of having a good career. Even with these warnings I have seen many nurses and doctors with a tattoo. #doctor...

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Michelle May 20, 2016 1004 views

How emotionally strong does a nurse or anyone in the medical field have to be?

I am a first year college student who wants to go into the medical field. I am aware that the medical field can be straining emotionally. However I am really curious as too how strong or "cold-blooded" I may have to be. #doctor #nurse #emergency-medicine #paramedic

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Kathleen May 19, 2016 1079 views

What kind of salary can I make after college with a degree in Economics?

I know there are many different career paths for people with degrees in Economics but from your experience, what kinds of salaries are available to recent graduates with degrees in Econ? #business #finance #accounting #job #economics #salary #financial-planning

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Micah May 19, 2016 919 views

What is the most important thing to look for when looking for a location for a Bar and Grill? How did you keep your costumers coming back?

I have seen very successful Bar and Grills in slow and very busy locations. How do you, or how did you decide on where to build your Bar? What do you look for in a customer base and how did you get them coming back? #business #real-estate #restaurants

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Micah May 19, 2016 1101 views

What are some of the major problems that most people don't think of when opening a Bar and Grill? What gets overlooked when planning and building a Bar and Grill?

I have always wanted to own and operate my own bar and grill. I have been working in the food service industry since high school, and am now getting the business background I want to help insure I understand the ins and out of the business world. I have asked a few local successful Bar owners...

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Kiara May 19, 2016 1072 views

Why do you think race play a huge part when entering college?

#school #colleges #acceptance #race #race-discrimination #career #higher-education

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Mikala May 19, 2016 891 views

How do I know if I am choosing the right major for the career path I want to take?

I am currently stuck between three different majors because they are all so similar. I know what career I want to pursue but I also know that it might take a while to get there. I want to make sure that I am choosing the right major so I can have enough versatility and not be at a stand still,...

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Mikala May 19, 2016 1080 views

Should I get a job during the first semester of freshman year or wait until second semester?

I really need money both for college and for my pockets. I've heard people say not to get a job as soon as you start college and to wait until you get settled in and I've heard the exact opposite.

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Brian May 18, 2016 1028 views

At my age (55) would it be to my advantage to continue pursuing my Masters in HRM?

I have a fear of my age may deny me some opportunities in my new degree field and was wondering if I do go for my masters would it benefit me more at my age. #human-resources

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Brian May 18, 2016 835 views

Being 55 when I graduate with my Bachelors in Human Resource Management what is the likelihood of getting hired within a reasonable time frame?

I am an adult learner and am a little older than most in switching careers. I am a Navy Veteran and served my country for 12 years and finally decided to pursue a degree where I can help people. #college #business #career #career-counseling #human-resources

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Caprice May 18, 2016 800 views

Where do you start in your teaching career?

I don't want to be confused after graduation as to what am I do I to do next. I want to know if I have to start in internships or residencies. #teaching #education

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Caprice May 18, 2016 615 views

Do you have to pay to study abroad?

When i go to college, I may want to spend a semester in Europe. I'm not sure if colleges cover that or if you have to come out of pocket with your money. #study-abroad

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Julia May 18, 2016 1506 views

How much training do you need to be a graphic designer?

My instructor told us that we don't get certification in our program because "you can't certify talent." That being said, how do I know when my skills are adequate? What kind of training is most important for a graphic designer- knowledge in the software, artistic skill, or raw creativity?...

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Julia May 18, 2016 1137 views

Is it better to work from home or from a workplace

Is it better for a graphic designer specifically to work freelancing from home or AT a business, for a business? What are the pros and cons to both? I know this is the career field I want to enter, but I'm not sure what the best way to go about it is. Thanks! #design #graphics

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Alexis May 18, 2016 923 views

What's a good college plan or career path for someone whose interested in both Biology and Psychology majors?

Hi I'm Alexis I'm currently a rising Junior whose interested in both Biology and Psychlogy. I believe that the mind and body and closely intertwined, yet u can't necessarily find a career path that combines the importance of both. I like biology because it has all of the medical background with...

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Micah May 18, 2016 688 views

Is it worth going to graduate school for art? Would it help me get a better job in that field

I plan on majoring in art in college but I am not really sure what I will be able to use it for after college. So, I would think that going to an even higher level of education for it would be futile, but then again it might help. #phd

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Nicole May 18, 2016 16858 views

What would be the best minor to pair with a major in accounting, in terms of helping get a job?

My major is currently set as accounting as I start college in the fall, but I am still unsure what the best path is for determining a minor. I know I am interested mostly in business, but don't know exactly what else to study besides accounting. #business #accounting #job #major #future-careers...

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Nicole May 18, 2016 1447 views

In your professional opinion, do you believe the increase in technology will decrease the demand for accountants because some of their jobs will become obsolete?

I am planning on majoring in accounting, but I am beginning to worry as I've heard comments about how technology will decrease the demand for accountants and therefore getting a job will be increasingly difficult. #technology #jobs #accounting #majors #demand

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Micah May 18, 2016 677 views

Do most student loans have to start being paid when you are still in college?

College is expensive and I am wondering if I should take out student loans or not. If I have to start paying it off right away and not after college, then I do not want to get them because I do not have a lot of money as of now. #college

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Micah May 18, 2016 660 views

Do most student loans have to start being paid when you are still in college?

College is expensive and I am wondering if I should take out student loans or not. If I have to start paying it off right away and not after college, then I do not want to get them because I do not have a lot of money as of now. #college

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Micayla May 18, 2016 939 views

Are there a lot of teaching abroad opportunities available to teachers once they get their degree?

I am interested in going abroad but I am afraid that with being a teacher I will not have all the opportunities that someone from a different career might have. #teaching #teacher #principal

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Micayla May 18, 2016 994 views

What do school boards look for when interviewing a teacher?

I want to become a teacher and I want to know what I have to do to be in the best position to get a job when I graduate. #teaching #teacher #superintendents

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Mia May 17, 2016 686 views

I'm about to graduate with my Associate degree in Medical Billing and I will be turning 50 this year. Once I get certified, should I be concerned as to how quickly I will find a job?

I've wanted to go back to school since high school but life happens. I am finally about to graduate from Harrison college with my Associate degree in Medical Billing. I am changing careers because I don't enjoy doing what I'm doing now and I enjoy working in the office setting. I have worked...

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Natalia May 17, 2016 624 views

Should I be worried about what comes after college?

Worried about my future. #graduate

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Natalia May 17, 2016 1478 views

How difficult is it to find a job in international business?

Im majoring in international business and am worried about my future. #business #international-business

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Kathleen May 17, 2016 1436 views

What is the best way to stand out amongst other applicants?

When applying to internships and jobs, what are the best and most important ways to make yourself stand out from the pool of applicants? #internships #job-search #resume #job-applications

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Yilun May 17, 2016 1382 views

If I were to pursue a career in accounting, what should I major in, in this day and age and for the next couple of decades?

I know some people prefer to major in math and others just take the major in economics, but is there a preference in the labor force? Will the demand for one be higher, and which one is more flexible to getting a job? #business #accounting #math

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Yilun May 17, 2016 1007 views

Is it possible to get a good job in business without enrolling in a specialized business school/college of a university?

I was rejected as a Ross pre-admit at the University of Michigan, so I started thinking about what would happen to me if I never got in, even for regular admission of Ross. I heard people who major in economics at LSA (the general studies college at UMich) are not nearly as successful as those...

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