Michigan, USA
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As a creative moving from a small town to a large city, what's the most important use of my time this summer?
I'm a small town writer/filmmaker, and I plan to transfer to Columbia College Chicago. Should I be indulging my creative side, or working on more practical skills, like business, communication, and finances (or simply learning to shop for groceries, fix a car, cook better food)? I am employed...
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I have heard it is hard to get a job as a clinical psychologist, is that true?
I want to become a clinical psychologist but I don't want to not have any possible jobs in the future. #college #psychology #job-search #clinical-psychology #child-psychology
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How can you make a living as a actor?
I am going to be a actress but what ways involving acting can I make some extra money? #money #help #theatre #actor
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I love acting but besides being a actor what could I be to stay in this filed?
Making a living as a actor is hard. I'm going to pursue it but what could be my plan B? #theatre #actor
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How do I create an amazing company like DEKA?
I would someday like to own a company that does independent research. #business #engineer #entrepreneurship #research #biomedical-engineering #inventor
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What kind of companies ask for biomedical engineers, and what would be their tasks there?
After college, how would you go about finding work for this field? Would you settle with the medicinal side, the engineering side, or an actual BME job?
Is the only opportunity for a BME worker at a large corporate company? #engineer #biomedical-engineering #entrepreneur #inventor
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How do you find inspiration for your next project?
I want to go into biomedical engineering, and I am more on the biology/medicine side of it. I want to do research and invent products that can help others. How does one first think of an incredible idea??? #engineer #research #biomedical-engineering #biomedical-engineer #inventor
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What kind of questions should you ask at an interview?
Got an interview coming up next week and I really want the job #jobs #interviews
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What is the first year of college like?
Lately I have been getting beat up with college questions and I am curious/ #college #life
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What can you do in Audiology without going to grad school?
Many students in college are currently deciding if grad school is right for them. Is there anything you can do within the field of Audiology that does not requiring moving forward to grad school and getting your AuD? #graduate-school #audiology #science #higher-education
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What are the benefits of attending a Liberal Arts college?
I am currently attending a small private liberal arts school in Ohio, and while I believe that my education will be very useful, others tend to think that these degrees do not mean as much and are not worth as much as public university degrees for example. #liberal-arts
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Should I stay on campus?
I can't afford to stay on campus but my mom is offering to pay for my room and board. #college-life #campus
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What should I major in?
I love animals. I want to become a veterinarian but I don't know what I should major in. #veterinarian #animals
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How much, on average, does medical school cost? Is there a way to get financial aid?
I want to make sure that I am prepared for the financial load I'm taking on. #medical-school
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What is required of someone to get into medical school?
I want to know that way I'm prepared when I'm planning my college classes. Always be prepared. #graduate #medical-school #surgeon #medicine #hospital-and-health-care
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Do doctors have time for travel?
I'm considering becoming a doctor. I feel like it would be a good fit,but I'm also worried that there is not much time for other things I enjoy.I really enjoy traveling and the other career I'm considering would actually require it. How much time for hobbies such as grave would you say a doctor...
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What do I need to do to become a successful musician?
I like playing my saxophone and would like to be a famous musician one day. But the problem is I don't know what to do or where to start to become a successful musician. I'm also looking for ways to better myself in my playing skills, mostly vibrato. This will help me a lot. #music #musician...
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Which college is most recommended to have a degree in psychology?
I'm looking at colleges and I'm conflicted as to which one I should attend. I really want to become a psychologist and I prefer going to the best school possible to get my degree. #psychology
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What would the expected starting salary for a policy analyst (most likely for a non-profit) with a bachelors degree versus with a masters degree?
My name is Eleanor Kolasinski and I am an incoming freshman, scheduled to begin in the fall of 2016 in James Madison (a public policy college within Michigan State University) to study Social Relations & Policy with the goal of going to work for a non-profit organization. #salary #non-profit...
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My question is, Why college? Is a tech degree enough?
I am really curious to see what you all have to say #degree #help
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I am going to school for Nursing but what should I be minoring in?
Do to the economy in the Midwest I understand that I might have to be more diverse in my training to be the most marketable during a downsizing. #nursing
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What different types of work can a registered RN get that are not in a hospital or doctor's office
I'm going into nursing but my Mom is worried that in 10-15 years I won't be able to stand the required shifts due to my scoliosis. #nursing #medicine #hospital-and-health-care
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What is the hardest part in being an animator and multimedia artist?
I want to major in animation and visual effects and become an animator and multimedia artist but I have my preconceived notions about the career path. I want to get some insight from people who have decided on this career. #career-counseling #film #animation #cartoons
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How long will it take to pay off student loans from university and medical school, or does differ for everyone?
I'm asking this question because I am scared off the debt that I am going to be in. I want to be a doctor but this is the only thing that is making me question whether I should do it. #doctor #psychology #medicine #finance #pre-med #pediatrics #pediatrician #trauma
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What schools are best if you want to go into psychiatry, or does the school not really matter?
I want to become a psychiatrist and am starting to look at different med schools that I could go to. Are certain schools better if I want to go into psychiatry, or does the school not really matter as much? #college #doctor #medicine #psychology #college-major #medical-school #psychiatry
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Is it better to work in college and pay off student loans as you go, or just wait until you are done with college?
I recently enrolled in college and was wondering if I should look into getting a job. #college #finance #student-loans
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What is the biggest challenge about running your own business
I want to be an orthodontist, so I could possibly be in charge of my own practice #business #owner
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What are some good jobs to have or experiences to get after undergrad to boost your medical school application?
I'm about to be a senior in college and I really want to go to med school to become a psychiatrist. Psychology has been my passion since I was a junior in high school, so 4 years now. Psychiatry really interests me because I love looking at the brain, and the ever-changing field will fuel my...
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I'm concerned that because college will be more challenging academically than high school that I might have some trouble keeping my grades at a top level. How can I make the adjustment to college learning without stressing myself out?
I have always done well in school and pride myself on my working knowledge. I am concerned that my grades might suffer due to all the changes I will have to deal with being on my own for the first time. I'm sure many students have experienced this, and want to avoid it, if at all possible....
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I've applied for many scholarships, but haven't won any yet. What other financial support can I find to help me pay for college?
My family supports my education and are proud of me for pursuing an engineering degree. College is very expensive though, and my parents and I are going to be in debt for many years if I can't find some external financial support. My parents are retired and live on a fixed income, so any...
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What professional steps can I take in enhancing my music career?
I am a 17 year old who is graduating in ten days. My passion is music, mostly performance, but I also play many instruments. I would like to know what steps I can take in helping me become a successful musician. I am from a small tow in Jackson Michigan, where I don't have many professional...
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What is the best way to get into the music business industry?
I am going to a community college for two years for my generals and the transferring to a four year college to pursue my music career and I would like to know what is the best way to get into the music business industry faster. #business #music #performance
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How hard is a job and going to nursing school?
My grandmother is a RN and my mom is attending nursing school, how hard is it to keep a job during time being? They tell me how time consuming school is with rotations and studying but I need my job to be able to afford college. How intense is nursing school really? (I plan on being a cardiac...
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Everyday life
Is living at home while attending college a good idea? Would it be more stressful with your parents and siblings around? #nursing-education
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Difference between actually counseling and being a psychiatrist?
I'm considering being a counseling psychologist or a psychiatrist, I'm wondering what people who are in these professions think about the two different careers. How do they differ? What kind of work do you do day to day? #psychology #counseling #psychiatry #psychiatrists
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Doctorate degree or medical school?
I am considering becoming either a counseling psychologist where I would need to earn a doctorate degree overall, or a psychiatrist where I would need to attend medical school. I'm asking for opinions on the two different options. #psychology
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Can employers see how often I changed my major/minor?
Employers may see these changes as indecisive, and that is an undesirable trait. Especially if the majors/minors change through a broad spectrum of job areas. #college #major #majors-and-minors #employer-relations
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Can your employer see how many times you have changed your major/minor?
If an employer can see that I may have been undesicive in college, I am worried it may hurt my chances of landing the job. #college #major #majors-and-minors #employer-relations
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Is it possible to get an internship at a company while studying abroad?
I'm currently a senior about to go to college and would like to study abroad in my second or third year of college. It would be great to study in another country and gain experience on what I want to do. Also seeing how another country does what I will do can open my mind on how to approach...
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What kind of skills do you need to do well in majoring marketing/advertisment?
I want to know if I have what it takes and if it's for me. #college #career #marketing #job #advertising
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What are some college courses that I would be likely to take in persuing marketing/advertisment?
I am very interested in the career but I'd like to know what I'm getting into. #career #marketing #job #advertising #sales
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Does anyone believe that it is harder to achieve your college career goals far away from home on campus?
I was thinking about going farther away for college but now I'm not so sure I can handle it. I think I would miss my family too much.
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How are college courses to become a social worker?
I've been thinking a long time about majoring in social work and minoring in Spanish but I'm a little worried about the class load with my job also. I'm also a little scared if they will judge me for having depression and if that is a hindrance in this field... #social #sociology...
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What are the best schools for mechanical engineering?
I would like to be some sort of engineer after college, but I especially want to be a mechanical engineer. #engineering #engineer
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What classes should I take to become a writer?
I am a high school senior and I have always been fascinated with writing and how books are so compelling. It is my dream to do what other writers have done and entertain readers with worlds that I create. #college #college-major #journalism #writer #editor
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How important is a business degree when trying to start your own business?
I am a high school senior who is planning to get a degree in business in college #business #entrepreneurship
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How does playing college sports benefit you in the work field and when applying for jobs?
I am currently a high school senior who will be playing college football this fall. #athlete
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Which will better the chance of one getting into pharmacy school or even getting a good job in the pharmaceutical field. Experience working at an independent pharmacy or working at a corporately owned pharmacy (such as Walgreens)?
As a high school senior, I believe I should get a job that will prepare me for my future. I would like to know which will benefit me more when it comes to college and the real world. #college-admissions #pharmacists #admissions-counseling
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How did you feel when you first left off for college?
I have never been away from home for very long. I am a home body. I am anxious, but I am also very nervous. I just wanted to know if that was normal and if you could share your own personal experiences. #college #human-resources #help #life-coach #advising
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