Kyle, Texas
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Is it better in the long run to major in general psychology or something more specific?
I'm starting college soon and not sure what future career I want but I know I want be in something with counseling. I would prefer to work with kids but also maybe adults? I know I don't need to choose a major right away and can change it if I wanted, but this is more so about what degree I get...
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Does being a college athlete give you an advantage when applying for jobs after graduation?
I currently play college basketball for a Division II University. Will this type of commitment to sports and academics be beneficial when applying for jobs after graduation? It takes a considerable amount of time practicing, playing games, and training in the summer. Would I be in a better...
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What year in college should you begin acquiring internships?
I am a sophomore and want to know if this is the right time to begin acquiring job experience through internship opportunities. #shouldiapplyforinternships
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What is a good structured way of balancing my studying and college life so that I am not creating bad habits early in my college life?
I am going to play football for Texas Lutheran University, and I am very excited for the college life ahead. When I exert more thought into the whole process, I begin to think about having to balance my studying and college social/athletic life, and I want to be able to thrive in the classroom...
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How can I ensure that pursuing a degree in college will provide me with a stable occupation for my future?
I want to make sure that I can get the most out of college regarding my future. Being able to be successful within my career field is something very ideal to me, because I want to be able I am creating happiness for my future wife and children. I believe a stable job will help my kids and wife...
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How did you choose what to major in?
There's an endless array of options out there.So what made you compelled to dedicate your time(and money) to your major?#college-major
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What's some advice you'd give to a future college freshmen?
From study tips,to how to best enjoy college.What are some helpful tips you'd give to someone embarking on the path known as college? #college-advice
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How do pathologists and pathologist assistants work together to quickly provide patients with an answer to their disease?
My goal is to become a pathologist but, if that does goal does not become a reality, I'd like to become a pathologist assistant. I'm curious to know what the similarities and differences are between the two jobs. #pathology #pathology-assistant
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How do pathologists advise patients with the best course of action for their disease?
I'm asking this because I plan on becoming a pathologist and would like to know the difficulties that they are faced with when a patient becomes ill with a disease. #pathology #pathologist #medicine #healthcare #hospital-and-healthcare
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Do I live life to satisfy myself, or to satisfy my family?
There are family members who choose a career for a child, while there are others who trust their children to choose their own career as long as they are happy. But what happens when a child chooses a career and their family is not satisfied with the choice? And so they don't support or accept...
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How to be successful in college with a 4.0.
Because I want to learn as much as I can in college so i can become successful and talk about everything I learned so people can know how amazing learning is.#collegesuccess
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What courses will I need take for me to get ahead of other people in college so I can get a successful job as a marine biologist.
Because I want to have a successful job that I can support a big family with so I don't have to worry about struggling in the future.#marine-biology
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What do I do if a get the material and still fail the test?
#failtofail #collegeproblems
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How much does your college major effect your future?
Would your future employers judge you based on what your bachelors degree says ? #majors-and-minors
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What is a good way to channel stress?
Typically, I #stress eat which is not good considering my dining halls is buffet style. What is a good way to not give into my sweet tooth or to #reduce how much stress I have?
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What are tips to avoid distractions?
I am not very socially outgoing, but I have a hard time doing #homework and #essays when I have a fun #book and plenty to read that is not in relation to my classes. I need to find a way to #stop reading so much and start #focusing on my #school
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How do I stand out when applying for scholarships?
How should I stand apart from others applying to the same scholarships as me and what are ways to look unique to scholarship committees?
#scholarships #scholarship #college
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How do I adjust when going to college out of state?
I am moving from Texas to California for college and I was wondering what are some good ways to adjust to my new setting and still be successful in school? How do I beat home sickness? How should I make new friends? And how do all these factors help me keep up with my college goals?...
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Should I transfer from a private university to a public one?
Right now I'm at a private university, and it's so ridiculously expensive. I love my school, I do, but is it really worth it to be in so much debt? Should I just try to transfer to a bigger, public university where I wouldn't be having to pay so much? #money #college-transfer #college...
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What are some things I could do to help me manage my time?
between school, work, exercise, and trying to have some type of social life, how am I supposed to maintain it all without losing one, or my sanity? I always like to keep a planner, and write things down on a calendar so I can physically see it, but I feel like I still need more help, any...
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What is the best major to pursue if I am looking at following the career path of Software Engineering?
I have been told that the major was Conputer Science, however, I would like to make sure that is correct. I want to choose the right major for the job I want rather than accidentally choosing the wrong major and finding out later in my college career. #technology #college-major
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Can I make a decent living working in a non-profit capacity?
I really enjoy helping others and want to help people who are trying to improve their lives. I've been told, however, that non-profit work, although satisfying, doesn't pay well. Can I make enough money to live an average or above average lifestyle?
#nonprofit
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Can I get a job with no experience?
I am a senior in college to receive a bachelor's degree in accounting. I haven't worked any job in ten years. I have no experience in the accounting field. Will I be able to find work in my field?
#accounting #college #experience #career-counseling
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What did your college experience provide you?
What are ways college changed you and/or your point of view on something? Most importantly, did you enjoy college?
#college #college-life #learning #life-experience
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What's a good college study routine?
There are many different ways to study in college but i've heard that spending hours staring at material isn't very effective. What would be a good study plan to follow when studying for an important college exam/quiz? Should there be breaks, if so how many and of what duration? #college-life...
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Returning to school after 30 years?
I'm trying to decide whether to continue with school or not. I am going for a Masters in Legal Studies, with the idea that I would be finishing it up about the time I retire (in 4 yrs), and would have it to fall back on in a third career, if I so choose. The program is approved by the American...
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Tips on public speaking?
I’ve always hated public speaking.... I was wondering what some tips are for staying calm while giving presentations
#public-speaking #public-relations #public-sector #motivational-speaking #speaking #presentations #presentation
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Should sport management undergrads get their master’s degree?
I’ve heard that if a sport management student wants to make more than $40k when they enter the job market, they need to obtain a graduate degree — is this true? #sports #sports-management #masters-degree #sports-media #college #higher-education #career
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What education and experience path leads to consulting?
To #consultants : how did you get to where you are? After you are successful in a field, do you become a consultant to help others? Do you take a second job? #consulting #management-consulting
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