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Peytin Apr 26 190 views

Why do I know that I'll be successful in life, but I have no idea what career I want to pursue or how I should go about finding what I'm interested in?

I have always known that when I find what I'm passionate about I'll do whatever it takes to become successful. I'm just lost on how to find the missing piece.

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Kara Apr 26 340 views

How can a band director balance their own personal musical goals with their educational responsibilities?

I am an aspiring band director in my first year in college studying music education, and I value my own personal growth on my instruments just as much as I value education. I have been told by several people that band directors often have such a busy job during and outside of school that they...

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Lillian Apr 14 78 views

How to Assess College Debt

What are some ways for one to determine an acceptable amount of college debt and to effectively analyze a current financial situation going into college?

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Madison Nov 25, 2025 385 views

Has being a teacher ever forced you to go against your own personal values or beliefs #Fall25?

I am currently in college to become a highschool chemistry teacher and worry that certain political events will still impact me even in a STEM field that lacks "subjectivity" so to speak, as a queer female teacher.

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Mikayla Nov 13, 2025 664 views

How do you fight imposter syndrome as a new grad?

How do you confront "imposter syndrome"? I graduate in 5 weeks and though I'm fairly confident in my work ethic and my understanding of MBC I cannot shake this feeling that I will not fit in or will not succeed. I somehow feel unprepared. Is this normal? Am I reading too much into graduation...

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Callie Apr 27, 2025 444 views

What are some good study habits or tips that'll help me in the transition from undergrad to graduate school?

I am currently a freshman in college, majoring in psychology. I'm going to grad school to specialize in either forensics or developmental psych. Even though I'm only a freshman, I'm so excited to get a start in my life and my career.

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Joseph Apr 22, 2025 485 views

How can I shape a medical career that not only treats illness but also dismantles the systemic barriers that create it? #Spring25

This question reflects my desire to pursue medicine as both a healer and an advocate—someone who not only addresses individual patient needs but also works to reform the broader social and structural determinants of health that perpetuate inequity.

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Skyler Apr 21, 2025 1268 views

How to find a job after I've graduated with my degree ?

I want to use my degree and excel in a career I love. I have used platforms like Indeed and ZipRecruiter in the past without any luck.
#Spring25

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Kylie Apr 11, 2025 2506 views

Is marketing a good major to be successful in the future?

As a high school senior, I'm planning on majoring in marketing in college. Is it easy to get a job in the marketing field? and if so, what are some high paying jobs?

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Tanner Apr 04, 2025 1065 views

Best tip for current college student to land paid internship which will lead to future career #constructionmanagment?

Best tip for current college student to land paid internship which will lead to future career? #constructionmanagment

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Emery Sep 14, 2024 1124 views

How What should I do as a sophomore to get into a good college as someone who doesn’t have the best GPA and doesn’t have lots of financial resources to help them ?

I would like to go into the medical field and become a doctor of some sort. My top choice is a pediatric surgeon or a children psychologist. I do lots of clubs and play sports.

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Sicily Jan 16, 2024 2342 views

how do you study better to get into better colleges?

tips on studying
colleges to go to
good school abilities
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Calvin Jan 04, 2024 1533 views

Going into college, specifacally for a education major, what are major things I should prepare for?

As a junior in high school, I would like to prepared as I can be for what is to come. For example, what will my average day look like schedule wise? Or what would be the best classes to take as a senior in high school for next year?

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Monique Oct 16, 2023 5073 views

How can I make good fluffy buttercream for cupcakes and cakes?

I have to make cupcakes for a birthday but i don't know to make good buttercream that won't melt.

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MaKayla Aug 07, 2023 4157 views

How do I know what to do?

All of the people around me seem to know what they want to do and I don’t. How do I know what to do when I graduate high school in a few years? What can I do to prepare myself? How can I feel confident in myself when I make my own life?

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Andrew Dec 16, 2021 854 views

what is the security and protective class like

i like to work with my hands, like to help people when i have the opportunities to do so.

#any #career-path #career

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Amy Aug 27, 2018 1248 views

How does an out-state student best adjust to a new state, people, and environment?

#moving from the west coast #college-student #new start

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Caitlin Jul 09, 2018 1398 views

Is it a good idea to take summer classes?

#summer #school

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Caitlin Jul 09, 2018 1292 views

Where are good places to work during college?

#working #studying

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Taylor May 21, 2018 1206 views

What is a good way to improve your skills in art?

I would like to know any tips on how to improve faster specifically with coloring pieces. #arts #art-college

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Taylor May 21, 2018 1172 views

How would you get into the animation industry?

It feels like getting into the industry is a bit hard, so I was wondering if there was any tips on how to enter it. #film #performing-arts #animation #art #media

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Olivia May 15, 2018 1124 views

What are activities I can participate in before classes start so that I don't get homesick? List some activities that I can look for or groups I can join that will make this transition smoother?

Living on campus away from my family will be a first for me and my family. I am the first of my family to leave home and attend college away. I am anxious and nervous. I am a very independent person but since is the first time I have been away from my family I want to know what are some things...

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Olivia May 15, 2018 1689 views

Is it better for me to continue my education by earning a master's degree in nursing at the same university I obtain my bachelors from? Or should I Iook at other schools to further my education?

I am asking this question because I am not sure if I should continue my education before locking at an an employer or should I explore my options at other schools and earn an advanced degree in nursing. I want to begin to use my degree and begin my career as a nurse but not sure if it is worth...

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Megan Apr 06, 2018 1821 views

In a clinical setting, how many patients does a speech therapist treat daily?

I am curious as to know how busy I will be during work hours. I know that reports are to be updated after each appointment. How long does it take to update your patient's documents? #speech-language-pathology #speech-pathology #speech-language-pathologist #speech-language

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Megan Apr 06, 2018 1771 views

How much money (one average) does a speech therapist make?

I am trying to figure out how much money I will make after I earn my Master's Degree. Will I struggle to pay off my student loans? #speech-language-pathology #speech-therapy #speech-pathologist

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Kailey Mar 25, 2018 1853 views

Is it worth it to get a Master's in Law Enforcement?

I'm currently attending Western Illinois University. About a quarter of the entire student body are Law Enforcement majors. I feel like a lot of the professors are pushing students to get a Master's Degree in Law Enforcement. How beneficial do you think this would be? #masters-degree...

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Kailey Mar 25, 2018 1044 views

What does an aspiring cop have to look forward to in the coming years?

With public relations and police seemingly at odds, what does someone aspiring to join the force have to look forward to? It seems like the swinging pendulum is going fast and faster between liking the police and hating them. The pendulum swing is normal over time, but due to the 24-hour news...

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James Mar 17, 2018 879 views

How do you know if you have picked the right college?

I plan on being a student athlete so I am researching a long list of colleges. I am relying heavily on the internet to narrow the list . I am looking up tuition & housing costs. I am also making sure my major is offered, the average loan debt at graduation, and 4 year graduation rate. Since...

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Megan Mar 16, 2018 1193 views

What are the pros and cons of using your Speech and Language Pathology degree in a school setting compared to a clinical setting?

I'm trying to figure out if I want to be a Speech Therapist in a school or work with patients in a Doctor's Office / Therapy Clinic.

#speech-language-pathology #speech-language-pathologist #speech-therapy #speech-therapist #audiology

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Megan Mar 16, 2018 1518 views

What are the most difficult challenges in obtaining a degree in Speech and Language Pathology?

I'm planning to major in Communicative Disorders / Speech and Language Pathology. I hear it is pretty difficult to achieve. Is that true? If so, why?

#speech-language-pathology #speech-language-pathologist #speech-pathology #Communication-Disorders #Communicative-Disorders

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James Mar 16, 2018 827 views

Is the curriculum for a Business Major the same at all schools?

If my major is Business with an emphasis in Marketing would the classes be identical at all colleges with that major offered? Does the higher priced school guarantee a better wage when I enter the work force #business

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Trissa Jan 19, 2018 2519 views

How do I decide on a career?

Everyone asks me what I am going to major or minor in, in college and I still have no idea. I do not even know where to start on deciding what I want to be. #help #undecided #future

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Maggie Jan 16, 2018 1001 views

How can I get a head start on a career in political science?

I am interested in #political-science, but I am not sure how I can get started while still in high school. I have already taken all of the suggested classes and joined the clubs, but I would like to do more.

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Maggie Jan 16, 2018 1477 views

What happens if I regret my college major?

I am interested in both #political-science and #music-education, but they are two very different majors and career paths. I am afraid that if I commit to one, I will regret my choice later in life. #college-major

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Nicole Jan 16, 2018 1176 views

Being an advocate for both mental health and living a healthy lifestyle, what are my boundaries as a future practitioner when encouraging healthy eating and other healthy alternatives?

#healthy-lifestyle
#mental-health
#advocate
#mental-health-care
#mental-health-nursing

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Nicole Jan 16, 2018 1144 views

As a future mental health nurse practitioner, what are ways I can provide a more holistic care approach for my patients when faced with lack of state funding and budget cuts?

#mental-health
#mental-health-care
#nursing
#nurse-practitioner

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Ken Nov 01, 2016 1996 views

Electrical Enginnering vs. Computer Science

What industry has bigger growth and more opportunities for young people? Also, what are the advantages of each field in terms of professional growth and overall job quality? #computer-science #engineering #programming #electrical-engineering

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David Oct 22, 2016 933 views

How fast does the field of Mechanical engineering advance

I want to go into mechanical engineering #mechanical-engineering

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David Oct 22, 2016 1111 views

How quickly does aerospace engineering advance?

I would like to go into aerospace engineering. #aerospace

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Dystany Oct 20, 2016 1383 views

How do you keep yourself motivated when a task gets hard?

I am asking because hard work really does pay off and I know being in the medical field isnt always easy, I am just curious as to how these doctors and nurses keep themselves going so they dont give up on a more difficult task. #doctors #nurses #medicine

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Dystany Oct 20, 2016 1890 views

What classes should I really focus on in college when wanting to become a nurse anesthetist?

I ask this because my future goal is to become a nurse anesthetist and to major in nursing when attending college #registered-nurses #anesthetist

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Michael Oct 19, 2016 4107 views

What is the day in the life of a biomedical engineer?

Just wanted to find out more about this. #engineering #biomedical-engineering

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Michael Oct 19, 2016 1051 views

What are somethings that I should consider studying for the career of a biomedical engineer?

I was just wondering what I need to study at this level of study. #engineering #biomedical-engineering

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Kirsten May 27, 2016 1135 views

I will be taking a nursing assistant program that prepares me to take my CNA certification test. After i graduate, how can i gain access to taking the certification test?

I dont know where to take the CNA certification test after i complete my Basic Nursing Assistant course #nursing #medicine #assistant #certified #allied-health

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Surayyah May 25, 2016 1406 views

Career Suggestions

What career(s) do you guys suggest for one who loves working with others, volunteering, creative writing, interior design, using technology, and aspects of business? Thanks! :) #careers

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Surayyah May 25, 2016 2000 views

Creative Writing

Does anyone know of any good colleges that have acclaimed/really good creative writing programs? I'm an aspiring writer, and I'd love to know! Thanks! :D #writing #english #colleges #creative #authors

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Vera May 20, 2016 1231 views

What schools produce the most talented doctors?

Because I would like to choose one of them to pursue my medical career. #doctor #professors

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Kayleigh May 18, 2016 12684 views

How can I get a chance to job shadow a psychologist if things are confidential?

I have asked to job shadow some counsellors but they say that their job is confidential. I don't know how I can see what my dream career will actually be like.

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Kayleigh May 18, 2016 971 views

What information do I need to find out to decide if my college is good in my program?

I am looking into psychology, and some colleges I'm looking into have more professors in that field and I don't know if that means they have a better program or not? I also don't know what kinds of questions I need to ask to find out how good their program is. #psychology #professor #counselor

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Lindsey May 16, 2016 1009 views

How can I make college affordable

College is very important to me and I know I am going even though it is beyond expensive. As of right now I have to pay for college on my own without my parents assistance. I am currently working and applying for scholarships when ever I get the chance but I was curious if their are any other...

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