Minooka, Illinois

I am currently an accounting major and hate it. Business related classes like economics, finance, etc., are so boring to me but I chose this major for job security. I've been thinking about switching to a BA in Criminology but I'm worried about the job outlook since many do not earn a decent...

I already have 30 shadowing hours under my belt, going into freshman year, and will continue shadowing. Besides shadowing, I do jiu-jitsu, and I know that doing meaningful things in the summer could help differentiate me in the future.

Pages, story line, and most importantly find an illustrator for the picture book

I got accepted into an engineering program recently and was wondering what to focus on as I go through this pathway to earn my engineering degree.

I am a high school senior preparing to start college in the Fall of 2026. I am majoring in biomedical engineering, but I really enjoy participating in extracurricular activities. Thank you.

I know I want to do something with medicine; however, not sure what major to pick. I have various interests and I'm a bit confused as to what major to select. Is it possible to do a double major without burning myself up if I also want to be involved with school clubs/organizations?

What advice would you give your past self starting Graduate School for the first time? I'm about to start my SLP master's program and would really appreciate some guiding advice or pointers!

I have taken a few AP tests and are going to take some more this AP season, however, I was told that some classes that I have received the test for I should take in college. Most specifically AP Biology. I received a 4 on this test, so I have an above average level of knowledge on the topic,...

I am from Elmhurst IL, and I have been playing piano for 10 years now. I plan on attending Northwestern University next year.

I'm an incoming college freshman planning on majoring in accounting, and I was wondering what information or sources are used to prepare for interviews for internships or work?

I am a will attend art school in the fall and I would like to plan ahead for possible internships and freelance work throughout the year to pay for college. #Spring2026

I want to be a director, but I know no production company will hire me, and I don't have money to produce my own films.

I'm a senior in college but, I have no work experience. Work study isn't available for me, and I have nothing to show for in my portfolio/resume. I am majoring in cinematography.

Using connections to get to your dream job? Maybe working your way up to dream job? Job searching?

I am curious as to what everyone's experience is on writing a thesis? What all is involved in writing a thesis? Does it involve a full research paper approved by the IRB?

I have applied to countless scholarships and reached out to my financial aid office about financial assistance for my tuition, but haven't actually received any money from either of these methods. What else can I do to make college realistically affordable to me, without being in debt for the...

I am currently a High School senior preparing to leave home for college in fall of 2026. I am moving 5 states away I don't know any people in that state does anyone have any tips on how to meet people, being so far away from home?

I have struggled with finding different studying tools annd methods that help me retain information. Any advise will help!

How did you know you wanted to be a nurse as someone who has no medical experience and is a first generation?

I have felt really discouraged about coming to college and I am scared I will dislike it and not enjoy myself at all. I want higher education, but want to enjoy my 4 years there. There hasn't been anything that has helped, but maybe someone can give me some advice. Thank you!

When faced with hard tasks that make you want to quit, what helps keep you up and motivated to keep trying?

I'm an 18-year-old high school senior graduating this year in May. I've been taking law, psychology, and business classes for the past 4 years, so I've decided to double major in psychology and business management in college. Eventually, I'd like to become an attorney and maybe even open up my...

I just want to know if it is fairly common for people to get into college and then decide that what they had previously chosen is not what they would like to do anymore?

What advise would you give an incoming freshman to help juggle classes, playing and training for my sport and living on my own for the first time? I plan to excel in my classes and maintain top grades as well as performing to the best of my ability in my sport - I am hard working and...

How much college and training should I try to do before I start testing to become one? Is policing a good career path?
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I want to stay close to home or even commute. Although, one of the colleges doesn’t accept some of my ACP credits so that is making it hard to choose.

I’m passionate about pursuing a career in sports media and using my voice to create content that informs and connects with people. I understand that the industry is highly competitive and constantly evolving, especially with the rise of social media and digital platforms. I don’t just want to...

Mechanical Engineers have a wide variety of fields to go into but more popularly in the automotive industry. What in a regular day in the life what do mechanical engineers do to contribute to companies' projects or research?

How can I build a resume as a tenth grader who is interested in fashion, culinary arts, BFA/toy design, pet appearal designing, business, and sculpting?

I'm currently a high school senior, but can I start applying for engineering internships before I enter in college? #Spring26