Manvel, Texas
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Is a business degree in college rigorous?
I want to major in a business related degree when i get to college in fall 2018 #college-major #women-in-business
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Are study groups in college worth it?
Depending on the person, whether they like small or large groups, maybe even to be by themselves, is making a study group going to make it easier for our college years? Might it just scramble things up and just add more taken time on your schedule? #collegelife
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What's it like being able to juggle everything in college?
Since most people take extremely difficult courses, they might have extra curricular's, etc... how might one be able to go on about it? How can they make things easier on themselves? #livinthehardlife
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What's it like, money wise, to have an apartment?
During college, depending on which one I go to, I was thinking about getting my own apartment, something cheap for now until I save up more money than I do now. I want to have the feeling of living on my own, to try and see if I can handle it. #financial-planning #mortgage
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Where do you see the field of History ending up in 20 years with the influx of more technology into not only research but displays and relaying information?
I ask because I hope to work in the museum field someday as a curator and with the influx of new technology of course there will be changes in how we research and display new artifacts. #history #museums #museum-collections #educational-technology
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What would be the most important thing for future historians to consider when researching the past?
My aim is to become a curator at the Smithsonian Museum in Washington D.C. and only the top historians are considered for the job because of its prestige, and in doing so having a leg up on the competition would be helpful. #smithsonian #WashingtonDC #history #european-history
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Is there any way I can get in-tution for a non-resident freshman at Colorado State University?
A person I talked to at my high school told me that she is getting an in-state tuition for an out of state university and I was wondering if Colorado State University did anything like this. This school is one of my top schools and even with scholarships the total cost for one year is still...
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Would Biomedical Science or Animal Science benefit me more for my Veterinary Medicine degree?
I am going to college in the fall and I have the option of a biomedical major or an animal science major. I want to work towards a Veterinary Medicine degree after my undergraduate, so I want to make the right decision. After researching this question I keep getting the response that to apply...
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Which program is best to start learning coding?
I want to learn to code. Should I start with python, Java, etc. ?
#coding
#computer-science
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How can I balance research and my studies in college?
I know I will do research for labs in my school, but I want to still maintain my GPA. How can I balance the two activities?
#college
#science
#research
#chemistry
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What majors/minors are required to even be a psychologist/therapist?
I have heard many answers to this one. I was told by one source that sociology, but then told by another that sociology is a broad term that only refers to a group of majors that may specialize in psychology. I know I definitively need psychology under my belt, but other than that I'm lost....
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Why does one consider becoming a psychologist/therapist?
For a long time now, I have wanted to be a psychologist because the human mind is extremely interesting but also because I feel like I could make a huge change in someone else's life. I have heard from many that I should consider an occupation that is more financially stable, which has caused...
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How do you secure scholorships as a single non working mom?
Starting a new life at 40something I would like to focus on the degree I'm pursuing and be successful in the career path that I chose, Health Information Management. I've been seeking scholarship opportunities to help with living expenses since most jobs I've interviewed for can't work with my...
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How do I find a great internship in Health Information Management?
It seems as if most of these positions are seeking candidates with experience. During the last semester of the degree I'm required to intern and am curios to know how to secure a great internship which would result in a long term position.
#HealthINformation #HIM #internships
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Will a scholarship cover my basics?
I haven't finished my basics. Will a scholarship pay for the basics to, or go straight to what I'm majoring in? #scholarships #college
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What would be some good tips if I'm majoring in culinary arts?
I've always dreamed of being a chef, a great one at that. I would love to learn everything there is to know about the culinary world. #chefdreams #futuregordonramsey
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Should I double major to give myself more options, or should I save time and stress?
I am a very hard worker and will do anything to get my work or job done however, I am also a person to get very overwhelmed and stressed out because of it. Would double majoring be worth my time and stress or should I try to stick to one major?
#WhatDoIDo
#doublemajor
#collegelife
#ImExcited
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What are the qualities that an engineer should have in order to be successful?
Engineering department sounds complicated but interesting to me. I want to study to be an engineer. I want to work on my skills so I can be prepared for my future. #engineering
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What careers can I expect with a double major in criminal justice and sociology?
Would they help me get a career as a judge or a lawyer? If so, what are the steps to get into those careers? #criminal-justice #law #law-practice
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Which is better to be accepted into colleges outside of my state and for scholarships, Advanced Placement classes or Dual Credit courses? Are they valued the same by admissions and scholarship committees?
Through out my high school career I have chosen dual credit course or advance placement classes. The teachers were the same for both. The college credit was automatic without the burden of an assessment to determine if I should receive college credit. Also they both had the same point value so...
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How difficult is it to find a position as a veterinarian directly out of college?
When I conducted researched research on become a veterinarian I spoke with a vet at the local Pets Smart. She indicated that positions at the zoos were very rare. She interned at the Houston Zoo, Atlanta zoo and Disney's Animal kingdom. She stated that people in positions like this rarely...
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What are some tips for finding shadowing opportunities?
I'm interested in shadowing. Wondering how to find shadowing opportunities and would love to hear personal stories and how it helped you. #work-shadowing #job-shadowing #employment-opportunities #career #career-counseling #teach -mentoring #career-development #career-plan #plan #career-choice...
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What advice would you give to an upcoming college freshman?
I'm a soon-to-be college freshman and I'm very nervous because I don't know what to expect. What was college like for you and what advice would you give me? #college #college-admissions #college-advice #college-advising #college-bound ###college #college-majors #education #higher-education...
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Would you recommend taking a Speech class?
#speech-writing #public-speaking #public-relations #speech-class #communication-skills #life-skills #teaching #teacher #teacher-training #teachers #educator #educating #higher-education #primary/secondary #public-speaking #motivational-speaking #teacher-development
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What should you include in your resume if you're a student with little experience/ skills?
Looking to develop a resume that is effective and stands out, but I'm a high school student without much experience or skills. Are there any things you can include that someone reviewing your resume would find useful to know? Does the fact that I volunteer as a teacher assistant or that I'm...
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Which celebrity or public figure do you look up to?
Was asked this in an interview and was wondering how professionals would respond. What are employers/interviewers looking for when they ask this? How should I go about answering this? #interview #mock-interviews #interviews #interviewskills #interviewing-skills #rolemodel #interview-questions...
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What personally helped you decide what major/career to pursue?
I'm a high school senior who still is not sure of what major/career to pursue and would really appreciate guidance and personal experience about when and how you decided on your path. #career #career-counseling #career-development #job #careers #changing-careers #expert #advice #career-paths...
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How do you write an outstanding, effective cover letter?
Applying for an internship and was asked to submit a cover letter. What is it and how can you write an effective one? Would really appreciate some examples or guidance. #job #job-search #resume #resume-writing #cover-letters #evaluating-resumes #skills #job-skills #interviewing-skills #career...
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How can one create an original voice in applying for college?
When students are applying for college, most have the same mindset of haveing to use “loaded language”. How can I single myself out even if I feel all options are taken.#college #college-admissions #college-applications #writing
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How hard is it to get into the music production industry?
I’m asking because I’ve heard that you have to know someone involved in the industry and wanted to know if there are any other methods of getting in.#future
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What can I do to increase my chances of getting accepted into an Optometry Program?
I have always wanted to become an Optometrist. I want to make sure that I am doing everything right.. #optometry
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What Undergrad Degree should I declare for a career in Optometry?
I am a senior and applying for college. I do not want to waste time declaring a degree that will not aid in my application to Optometry school. #optometry
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Can graduate students take a test to receive their Bachelor' or Masters Degree? If so, what kind of proceess does it take?
I am a non traditional student who is almost 40. I am working 4 different jobs so I can obtain my Bachelor's degree in Construction Management. I already have 17 years experience in the petrochemical industry in a variety of mechanical careers. The faster I can get through school the better...
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Will I be respected in the medical field as a nurse?
I have always wanted to be a nurse but every time I tell someone that they ask, “Why not a doctor?” And while I have no answer of why I don’t want to be a doctor, I’m worry as a nurse I won’t be respected in the medical field but only thought of being, “too dumb to be a doctor”...
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Is College going to be just like Highschool?
Highschool has not been the best years of my life and I’m worried, even with its hype, College won’t be as enjoyable as everyone makes it out to seem. I understand it’s more work but I’m worried that’s all it will be. #education #highschool #college
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What are some important things to consider when choosing a college roommate?
I will be going to college soon, and I want to know what I should consider in choosing who will be my roommate. Character? Work ethic? How fun they are to hang out with?
#college #roommates #housing #dorm
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How do you know which type of engineer is right for you?
I want to know what each type of engineer deals with on a daily basis. #engineer #engineering
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What does a normal day for a computer engineer look like?
I am conflicted on which type of engineer I want to study. I am leaning more towards technology and computer based because I am taking a computer programming course. #computer-engineering #engineering #technology
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What are the pros and cons of going to graduate school instead of directly going to the police academy?
Is it better to go to graduate school after getting your bachelor degree or is it better going into the police academy right after school? Which option would help me in the road to becoming police detective+? #police-and-law-enforcement
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What skills should I work on going into the police academy after gradation?
I understand that I should be capable in the physical sense of the job, but I wanted to know if there are any skills required for better consideration of the position? #police-academy
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How can I become more organize entering college ?
Throughout my high school career I’ve had good grade projects done on time. My problem is managing my time. I do everything last minute and it ends up not being my 100 percent effort. I need helpful methods to add some order to add order. #time-management
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What will I need to study in order to be prepare for physical therapy in medical school
My dream career is to become a physical therapist, the only problem is I don’t know what I need to study that will prepare me for my future career #medicine #physicaltherapy
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What Texas Colleges offer the best Pyschology program?
My career goal is to earn a masters in Art Therapy. I am searching for a college that has an excellent Psychology program where I can complete my bachelors. #psychology #college #art-therapy #therapy #texas
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If I want to have a career in art therapy should major in art or psychology?
I am an artist and want to a career in therapy. I am pretty excited to think that I could combine the two and be an art therapist. I don't know whether to major in art with a minor in psychology or major in psychology with a minor in art. #art-therapy
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If I want to have a career in art therapy should major in art or psychology?
I am an artist and want to a career in therapy. I am pretty excited to think that I could combine the two and be an art therapist. I don't know whether to major in art with a minor in psychology or major in psychology with a minor in art. #arttherapy #art #art-therapy #psychology...
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How important are extracurriculars to grad school?
In high school, extracurricular clubs and activities are a big part of college applications. When applying for grad school, is this the same way? Or do grad schools just look for consistently high grades? #grades #extracurriculars #grad #graduate-school ##gradschool #graduateschool...
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How can I deal with stress?
#stressed #life-balance I'm in my second semester of Junior high and I've been stressed since day one. I work throughout the whole weekend to help my mom around the house, but I barely have enough time to study only weekdays. I barely even have enough time for myself. How can I deal with the...
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When is the optimum time to declare a major?
How do you know that you're not rushing into anything and might end up picking something that you'll regret later? Is it really that big a deal for you to change your major and spend a little extra time in college? I feel like it's possible to not get your major choice completely right the...
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Does failing in one elective means that you can not graduate?
i am asking this question because i have computer science AP class and it is really hard and i feel i can't get good grades in it. Somehow i passed my 1st semester but i am worried about my 2nd semester because if i don't pass maybe i have to go summer school and then delay my graduation and i...
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is 2.7 a good GPA?
I am high school senior and i am asking this question because i am worried that how i am gonna get admission in colleges with this GPA and also stressed about graduation.
#stressed
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