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How do you know you've picked the right major?
A common question among first years at universities. I initially applied to do performing arts/theatre but I'm now an aerospace engineering major. I'm way happier now so is that an indication I'm in the right place? #general #majors #lifechanging
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Why is it not important to be CPR trained now?
As someone who worked in a water park for three years, this week in RA (Resident Advisor) training they told us they didn't want to certify us because there's not a "high probability" since we don't really have older guests in our facilities. I was a bit bothered by the fact that two weeks ago...
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What is your favorite thing about respiratory care as a professional?
#respiratory therapy
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How do I build a resume that shows experience in teaching, but highlights my new career field in health care?
#Teacher
#Transition career
#respiratory care
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What should one do if uncertain of what career to pursue in?
I am uncertain of what career to pursue in and I am scared to start of #career-advice with a career that I might end up not liking. I also do not want to waste money on something that I will not need.
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What classes would i be taking in college if i want to become a dietitian?
#professor #prerequisites #health #career-paths
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Where is the best online resource to find legitimate scholarships and grants?
There are so many scams out there it's hard to know the work that you are doing has the actual potential to help finance your degree. #grants # scholarships
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How do you get financial assistance with college when you have bad credit and no co-signer?
I don't have parents that can co-sign nor any friends that would be willing to help, but I desperately want to go back to school. #college #university
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What is the hardest part about being a nurse?
There are many challenges that come with working in the medical field. I want to know what is the most difficult thing about being a nurse since I hope to become an RN. #medicine #nursing #knowledge #health
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How to earn my degree w/o using my parents savings?
Grants for me #college-majors #financial-aid #money #finance #college #loans #scholarships
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How does an degree in Business Finance help in your personal financial life?
Did your major of Business Finance help you with learning personal investing?
#finance-major #finance #investing #budgeting #business #business-finance
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How will a degree in Business Finance help me to become a real-estate mogul?
I want to buy/ sell real-estate. Ultimately, I would like to own a real estate company. #real-estate
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Why are women and minorities historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service?
#internationalaffairs #women #foreignservice #government #internationalstudies
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What are a few programs that can prepare undergraduate students for the foreign service that do not require citizenship status?
Opportunities, Scholarships, or Programs that can prepare students for the U.S.Department of State/Foreign Services #foreign-policy #international-relations #international #global-affairs #college
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Are there more disadvantages, or advantages to working in a hospital, and what are they?
#medicine
#futuredoctor #healthcare #hospital-and-healthcare #doctor #hospital
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What are the regrettable aspects of becoming a neurosurgeon, and things i should consider before i start my track?
Currently going to my senior year of high school, about to start applying for colleges
#neurosurgeon
#surgeon
#medschool
#hospital
#college
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When I start applying to work at hospitals, what should i keep in mind, and what should I look for in a hospital?
#Doctor #hospital #medical-field
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Do the deaths that you cause and could have prevented as a neurosurgeon stay with you neurologically?
I am intending to become a neurosurgeon after i finish med school. But the thought of constantly being haunted by preventable deaths lingers in the back of my mind.
#Medicine #neurosurgeon
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How can I network with individuals at a dream company if they do not recruit at my university?
#networking #recruiting
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What are some ways to enhance one's resume to make it stand out amongst others?
#recruiting #resume-building #career-development
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Being a female of diverse ethics is it possible for me to become a film director.
The challenges
Criticism
Being able to publish my film
#film #movies
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What is the best way to stand out for scholarships?
Most essays for scholarships seem very general (why should you receive this, what are your career goals, ect). What is the best way to really shine and stand out in these essays? Where is best place to find more customized options for qualifying scholarships?#scholarshipsearch
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What is the best resource for first generation nursing students?
With there being such a nursing shortage throughout the country, where should I look to get additional financial and academic support for a first generation nursing student? While the demand for nurses is high, the competition for acceptance is fierce. What kind of organizations or volunteer...
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What qualities and grades do medical schools look for in a student?
Is it like normal college qualities or higher standards? #medicine #med-school #medicine-school #doctor #healthcare #hospital-and-healthcare #grades #applications #college
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How do I find mentors through my college courses that will help me find out what career I truly want to choose?
Are my professors mentors or are there other people/places around where I can find a mentor? #career-counseling
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Why a reputable college over a state college?
There's always distinctions and rankings among colleges.
#college
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What kind of back up plans are available for pre-med students?
There are more applicants than matriculants and it will only get more difficult to enter medical school. What are some back up plans that a student majoring in science can have aside in order to prepare for the worst outcome: rejection? #college #medicine #doctor #medical-school #med-school...
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Ways to combine music and linguistics/foreign language?
I love piano; I also love languages, both learning to speak them and also learning about the more analytical/scientific aspect (i.e. linguistics). I wanted to know if there were any jobs that could combine the two? Entrepreneurship perhaps?
#music #linguistics #foreign-language #entrepreneurship
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What "unknown" jobs are there in the classical music industry?
I'm a classical pianist, and I want to be a concert pianist. However, I know competition is tough, so I wanted to know what other options I have in the classical music industry besides the usual suspects (teaching and accompanying).
#music #musician #music-industry #classical-music
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What is the difference between medical school and graduate school in terms of biochemistry?
I have been trying to find detailed information as to how both are different but most websites either give the superficial information or they only talk about how they are similar. I do not know what path to choose so I want to be able to know the difference between the two. I know medical...
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What made you realize you wanted to pursue graduate school instead of medical school?
As a college student, I am very confused whether I want to go to graduate school and perform research to get a Ph.D in biochemistry or to go to medical school like most kids would. I am curious as to why or how others chose which path to choose as to help me as well. #graduate-school...
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What are some studying habits that are easy to follow through with?
When I advance to college the curriculum is going to advance as well. I want to learn easy study habits so I have less risk falling off task and more success into comprehending what is needed. #junior-high #college #college-bound
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How can I ensure I find a job suitable to my major after college?
I plan to go to college and obtain a bachelors degree in business/administration. That particular branch is broad, so how can i narrow it down to find a career I can partake in? #business #college #college-major #junior-high
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How is a high school transcript made?
I am an international student and I made my first year of high school in a different school from where I am now. Recently, I went there to ask for a transcript of my last year there but they told me they had no idea of what was that. Therefore, I would like to know which are the contents that...
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How can international students deal with cultural shock?
I am an international student who plans to study a bachelor's degree at the United States. I have heard that many other international students have had troubles when facing cultural shock. Therefore, I would like to know how can it be handled effectively. #college #college-advice...
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Which is the most challenging part of studying an undergraduate degree on education at the United States?
I am an international student who's dream is to study education at the United States, and I would like to know more about the challenges students can face while studying a degree on education so I can compare the differences among studying at my country and studying at the United States....
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Is going to an art college even worth it?
I love art and i've already gotten accepted into Savannah College of art and design which is one of the best out there but my mom thinks it's a waste of money. Should i go for it? I want to be a art therapist or something in advertising/education #art
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Best way to go about getting financial aid
I come from a 1 parent household and my mom makes around $40,000 a year, i have big dreams for college but i know it'll never be achieved if i don't get some serious financial aid. please help #financial-aid
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Is a technical school better than a trade school?
What's the difference? #Difference #technical-training #trade-school #education #vocational-school #higher-education #post-secondary
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Is college easy your freshman year compared to sophomore year?
I am curios to know. #Curious
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What is a major that I'd be able to use in any part of the world?
I am currently going into my Junior year of college and I am kind of undecided with regards to what I want to major in. Due to some circumstances, I don't know how long I will be able to reside within the United States. I want to graduate before that decision has to be made, but I want to major...
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What is a good major/career path for a current DACA student?
I am currently going into my Junior year of College. I have already received an associates of science degree, and I am pursuing a bachelor's degree. With the uncertainty that has arisen with regards to the future of DACA students, I have put a lot of emphasis on trying to choose the "correct...
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What are the best free resources for MCAT prep?
I know about Khan academy and I would prefer multi-media study resources if possible. Any tips?
#help ##studying #trying-to-ace-it #free-studying #resources #studying #testing #test-prep #mcat -school #med-school #pre-med #medicine #doctor
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How do people get accepted into residencies after medical school?
I plan to try to get into medical school eventually, but I know afterwards there will still be a lot of options into what kind of doctor I could be. I've talked to counselors about getting into medical school and I know it won't be easy, but what about after I'm done? Where do I go from...
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What are some international humanitarian agencies that you can work for with a masters in public health in epidemiology, and how can you start getting experience early?
I will be starting my masters in public health in the fall. I am very interested in working for some kind of humanitarian agency, organization, or project. I am willing to work with any agency or organization that its ultimate goal is to help others, but I am more interested in international...
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What are some good ways to get funding for an MPH program and study abroad programs?
I will be starting my MPH in epidemiology in the fall and I do not have much money. My entire education has been self funded. I am very interested in being a field epidemiologist and do more hands on work. I have seen some great summer programs where students can go to developing countries and...
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What professions would it be helpful to have a dual major in computer science and mathematics?
I'm wanting a dual major in computer science and mathematics. What kind of jobs will want or appreciate both of these degrees? I'm also minoring in education.
#stem #stem-education #java #math #mathematics #computer-science #computer-programming #education #teaching #teacher #dualmajor
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Is a dual major in Computer Science and Math a good combination?
I'm currently graduating from community college, ready to transfer to the university. My associates will be in Java. Are math and computer science a good dual major? I'm also minoring in education. #stem #stem-education #java #math #mathematics #computer-science #computer-programming...
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