North Carolina, USA
What is the best piece of studying advice you've been given?
I am a 17-year-old transferring to a four-year college in the fall. I plan to major in nursing. I have enough prerequisites, so I am able to apply to nursing school in the spring. While I have good study habits, I know that nursing school is hard, and I'm worried that the habits I have might...
How should I manage procrastination and avoid distractions while studying ?
I am currently a high school senior who struggles to stay focused and manage my time wisely especially when the tasks are boring or mentally exhausting. I get easily distracted by things like social media or my phone and I want to build better study habits before I get to college.
How do I get connections for finding a job in economics?
How do I get connections for finding a job in economics? I'm starting my Bachelors in. General Economics nest semester and I know the main part of getting a job in Business is not just the degree but connections. So I'm asking how do I get these connections being a 20 year old from a small town...
What is the best way to study for a college test?
About to be a freshman in college.
In your experience, what’s the most effective way to build meaningful connections with others?
I find networking events so intimidating and have no idea how to approach them to begin with.
How can I effectively prepare myself financially prior to entering dental school?
I've applied to some scholarships but haven't heard back and am very nervous at the moment. Are there any resources you recommend?
How does it work balancing counseling and research in one’s career in the psychology field?
I am a senior in high school commutes to attending North Carolina State University in the fall and plan to major in psychology with the hopes of doing clinical counseling and research.
When in your education should you narrow your career path?
I prioritized English and writing related classes because I thought that was my future career. However, I feel like it isn't, and now I feel behind.
What makes college so difficult for so many people?
Is it the change from a very structured high school environment to a more open one, or just much higher difficulty level in the classes? Are there any good tips on managing your time wisely?
What is the most helpful tip/advice you received before you applied to a college?
Although I am a few years from applying to college myself, I have always been interested in learning what I need to do to get into a good college and be successful.
If I intend to go to graduate school, is it better to go straight into it after undergrad or take a two-year gap to work?
I'm thinking about becoming a lawyer but don't want to be in debt after eight years of straight school. Would a two-year working gap set me back?
What should I be doing in high school to make my college applications stand out and prepare myself for the college experience?
I am currently a high school senior and I am trying to get involved in the journalism field. My question relates to what should I do to make myself attractive to colleges and future employers.
What do you wish someone told you before you started working in data analytics?
Hello! I am an upcoming Fall 2025 university student majoring in Statistics with a potential minor in Public Policy/Computer Science looking to work in data analytics, preferably in the healthcare field. I would love any advice, tips, or lessons you've learned along the way--or things I should...
What should I do to set myself apart for internships as I go into college Is there any advice I should follow for specifically Duke University, where I will be attending in the fall??
What should I do to set myself apart for internships as I go into college Is there any advice I should follow for specifically Duke University, where I will be attending in the fall??
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