New Lenox, 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.

Hi! I am currently in my second year of undergraduate studies, pursuing a degree in architecture. I would like to take some time between my undergraduate and graduate studies to travel and seek an internship. However, I'm wondering how long is too long to wait before starting graduate school....

I’m majoring in kinesiology but also interested in becoming a doctor.

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?

I will be majoring in Electrical Engineering in Purdue North West.

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!

graduating senior from Chicago State University, the only PBI in Illinois. Onward to Columbia in New York City for Graduate school, in American Studies!

This fall, I plan on majoring in both accounting and marketing. Although these fields are both business related, I feel that the workloads and material may be a lot to handle at once. Any tips would be greatly appreciated.

I am currently a high school senior preparing to enter college. I am interested in finance and accounting because I enjoy working with numbers and problem solving. I am interested in financial budgeting and analysis. I will be the first in my family to go to college, is there any advice as how...

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 know the market is awful in general right now, and that UX is much more competitive than it was just a few years ago, but is it still feasible to get entry-level work without freelancing? I majored in Computer Science and have completed a UX bootcamp, but still feel ill-prepared and insecure...

I am a high school senior about to graduate and move away from my home. My parents are very paranoid about me moving away and what I might need. Especially since they never had this experience. I also have never lived away from my family in any capacity so this is intimidating for me. I...

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?

What undergraduate major would you recommend that I focus on to give me an advantage with getting into law school? #Spring26

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'm going into my first year of college but I want to know how to make teaching more fun. I want to be a chill but a strict teacher while having fun with students. Any advice?

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...

Would you spend twice as much to go to a better school for engineering if you also like the campus a lot more? #Spring2026

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!

I'm a non-traditional student currently in my last semester of nursing prerequisites. I took a big risk and left my job of 7 years to pursue a degree in healthcare. How do nursing students work during their programs while also getting good grades? #Spring26