New Richmond, Wisconsin

Hi... My name is Sydney. As a student with young children at home, how do you prioritize your academic goals while also meeting the needs of your family, and what strategies have worked best for you? Thanks all! #Fall25

Did you know much about research and its process before you started? And how did you ensure getting research opportunities throughout college? I feel like I’m going into this with little to no background information, and it’s definitely hitting my confidence a bit. I’m very open to learning...

What to fill your portfolio with? How to make your concepts unique and marketable across the industries.

I am confused on what major I should peruse to become a heart surgeon. Right now I am considering majoring in biology.

I'm thinking of becoming a music teacher because I want a stable career in music, but I'm scared that I'll miss playing in the band.

Hello! My name is Ana, I am a soon-to-be nursing student!

I want to know the values and/or lessons that experienced nurses believe are the most important to keep alive in my future career. Whether that be traditions, skills, etc. #Fall25

I am a senior in high school and am looking for scholarship opportunities to fill out before I go to college. My college major is speech pathology and Audiology.

Hello! I have previously sought college advice in some of my former posts about pursuing a Bachelor's degree. I am currently considering doing an Associate's degree instead of that and planning from there if going on to a Bachelor's is something I'm interested in. I would like to ask, since I'm...

I have been looking into engineering, particularly chemical, but my top school has a very strong mechanical program. How different are types of engineering?

I hope to go to the University of Minnesota for Mechanical Engineering, I'm dedicated to the idea but I am curious how hard the courses really are and how it affects people's daily lives.

For business/law majors

Are there any tips or tricks I should keep in mind when making industry connections?

Such as designing advice, good habits to build early, skill builders, etc.

What are the downfalls of being a music education major in college? #Fall25

I plan on doing something in the business industry

Particularly, biracial students.

I'm open to any helpful study tips:)

What websites can I go to?

I'm a Senior in high school who currently does not own a "professional camera," but I have done some artwork for my father's business using a phone camera. I'm mainly interested in landscape photography. I understand that pursuing a post-secondary education is important, but which option is...

What is the best way to get in contact with people that would be willing to become life/career/business mentors. Im looking forward to learning from people with previous experiences, and being able to avoid a lot of mistakes as I develop in my business journey.

I am a college student who recently took on an unpaid internship. I am struggling as it isn't aligning with my goals and career path and during the interviewing and applying stages, they never mentioned fundraising which gives me a slight bad taste with how they completely left it out in...

Why does it make sense—or not—for someone like me, who’s stronger in English and history and not really into math, to pursue a career in healthcare, specifically dermatology, even though science isn’t my strongest subject (but not my worst either)? How can I figure out if I’m making the right...

I looked at the U of M checklist and it said what prerequisites I need to enter the sonography program should I get my prerequisites done at a community college?
( I am a junior in HS)

I am in 11th grade and want to pursue sonography how can I get into the field?

MN

We can't see into the future, but we can predict it. How would someone pursue a career where the future is unsure? Should the person change their career choice?

Question writing tips

I'm at Ohio State right now and wondering how I break into the field.

I want to become a pediatric PA, and I've learned that patient care hours are a really important requirement for getting into PA school. I know that the most common route to gaining these hours is through becoming a CNA, but I am really not interested in working in a nursing home or any other...

Currently a college sophomore and exploring environmental engineering related fields I could go into.

For example was it hard to balance your personal life and your education?
Was it hard to pass your classes?

What Colleges offers the best jobs for a business major after college. What field do you have to go into for business to get a decent job? How can you get into a decent job after taking business in spring college?

Laboratory Genetics, Genetic Counseling, Clinical Gentics

I am returning to school for the first time since being diagnosed with ADHD and my first semester is all online. I am nervous since I have difficulty managing my time and get easily distracted. What skills/hacks/resources do you use to help get your coursework done on time and manage feeling...

I plan on majoring in psychology on a pre-med track. I will be attending college in Boston beginning in the fall of 2025. I would like to be involved in as much professional research as possible. I am concerned about university research funding with everything I have been reading about and...

I plan on majoring in psychology on a pre-med track. Will a degree in psychology adequately prepare me for the MCAT?

Moving states, favorite classes have been cognitive psych and developmental psych, interested in art. #Spring25

As someone studying geology, I will probably be working with a lot of engineers, physicists, environmental scientists, etc. in the future. So, I am wondering what skills with communication and technology are the most helpful when working with experts in other fields such as these!

While I don’t mind to double major, I’m just wondering if it’s necessary to put in the extra work to enter this competitive field.

I'm currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science and wanted to know more about different coding projects that can enhance my coding skills! It would be a great way to gain knowledge and add to my portfolio for internships and job offers.

#Spring25

I am a dental hygiene student in my 2nd year, and I felt inspired to pursue this career after hearing from a loved one that she was very satisfied with her choice. #Spring25

I am applying for the radiology technician program at Mayo Clinic in Rochester and would like to boost my experience in this field.

I'm planning on majoring in accounting, but I'm still not firm on the idea, so I'm curious about the best way to make this decision.

For current doctorate-level professionals who grew up low-income: What strategies did you use to finance your education? Did you ever feel discouraged?

What are the chances of artificial intelligence completely eliminating the job that I want? What are things that I can do to build my resume that aren’t internships that require a good resume?

What are the best ways to continue professional development after graduation? Are graduate certificate programs a worthwhile way to build skills? Thank you!

I love my major, global business leadership, but it's so broad that I don't know what career to work towards for port-graduation. #Spring25

Hi, I'm Anushkaa, a 10th grader in high school. I participate in many activities such as Tennis, BPA, engineering, speech and more. In the future I want to go into engineering fields such as bioengineering or business. I am open to anything and would love any opportunities to do research,...

Hi everyone, I switched from Computer Science to Pre-Social Work at a community college. I have received so much advice that confused me. My case manager encouraged me to pursue in Social Work field which is more job opportunities. My academic advisor encouraged me to consider Human Services...

What is the worst thing about an engineering job

hi, I am in 11th grade and am trying to find colleges to go to and looking for a pathway to becoming an RN, when I apply to a college nursing program what do I apply for? do I have to be a lpn to become a rn?