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I am in 12th grade, I am highly interested in communications and plan to major in communications at Elon University this fall. I enjoy event planning and have expereince with it, which is what sparked my interest in communications.

I am already planning to go to a community college for Radiography, but I don't know if that is actually something I want to do.

I'm going to the University of West Florida to study marine biology and I wanna get a better understanding of the options I can go into after college.

I am going in as a freshman to college, but with enough credits to be classified under junior-level courses. I will be doing Mechanical Engineering at Virginia Tech and will also be doing the cadet program. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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I am a junior Journalism major looking for strategies to begin the job hunt for post-graduation!

I'm looking for advice on both the technical skills I should further develop, such as modeling or Excel, and the habits or knowledge areas that will help me stand out early in my career.

I'm a senior in high school and I want to get my Bachelor's of Public Health during my undergraduate studies! I'm currently exploring future career options within Environmental Health and am trying to narrow down fields that are especially appealing to me. #Spring25

I am a freshman at Catawba College and plan to transfer to North Carolina Central University in the fall of 2025. I am interested in declaring a major in exercise science and minoring in nutrition. My goal is to become a chiropractor, and I have plans to shadow and intern this summer at Healing...

I am a high school senior getting ready for college in the upcoming fall semester. I would like to continue my education in interior architecture. I am looking forward to the opportunities in store for me, but when should I begin to look into internships? It may be overwhelming to accept an...

As a music student, I get told my degree is useless just about everyday. How do I break that mold?

I am a freshman interior design major at Meredith College. I have only experienced the drafting and planning aspects of interior design so far. I want to know if there are different phases or parts of the overarching ID career.

Should we be scared?

Hey guys! I am heavily considering becoming a clinical research sonographer. I graduate from ultrasound school in 2 weeks (whoop whoop) but I've met quite a few sonographers who've told me I'd probably be interested in clinical research. I'm very inquisitive, and I love the idea of forging a...

I want a head start on my admin career while in college, but I'm finding it difficult to get a job how can I better my chances of employment?

Yes, I have applied for scholarships, emailed several financial aid offices, and even sent physical letters. I have received aid, but it is still not enough. I am struggling.

I am an incoming freshman at university, and I am excited to embark on my journey to become a dentist. Once done with dental school, how should I include latino heritage into my profession, and how can I open up clinics abroad? Should I start by working for a clinic or go ahead and open my own?...

I am really interested in going into a communications major but do not know what kind of jobs it yields other than "public relations." What tasks or projects people work on in their communications related jobs?

When I get to college, I plan to go somewhere close to home for at least two years to get a handle on college life. After, I want to travel to a more dedicated school towards my career. The question I have is: "How will I be able to manage the distance between me and my family while still doing...

I'm a highschool senior going to college in the fall and want to approach it with the best financial wisdom possible. #Spring2025

For background info I'm about to be a freshman in college and majoring in nursing and am a little anxious because i've seen mixed experiences and wanna be as prepared as possible! #Spring25

After years of different medical programs, I've finally been accepted into an ABSN program. Now, with restricted financing and funding, having to step back from work and time with my family, I wonder if my dream of becoming a nurse is worth the sacrifices, blood, sweat, and tears.

I’ve often had to write 20 page papers and I’m given a deadline. I’m not sure how much work to do each day and sometimes find myself procrastinating.

I am going to Virginia Tech, if anyone is a Hokie :)

Hi! I’m a first-gen student about to graduate with my bachelor's degree in Communication Studies. I just got accepted into the Sports Management program at Columbia University's School of Professional Studies and I would love to hear any and all advice related to preparing for and succeeding in...

I am trying to decide between MSN and DNP on the clinical side. Those that have gotten their MSN vs DNP how do you feel about your decision? #Spring25

I'm a working single parent who is getting ready to start going to college. I'm trying to get financial aid by searching for scholarships, but there's times where I get into a rabbit hole of options and don't know which ones are legit and which ones are not.

Hello! I will be starting university this fall, and I have been using LinkedIn as my primary networking platform. For some context, I plan to attend law school after, so I'm trying to connect with like-minded individuals. To prepare for this journey, I'd like to know which platforms I should...

Share your tips and tricks to get started here :)

I am an 18-year-old socially awkward senior in high school, and I am struggling with asking my teachers and counselors for a favorable recommendation letter. Should I still ask for one when they don't really know me that well?

I am an 18-year-old socially awkward senior in high school, and I am struggling with asking my teachers and counselors for a favorable recommendation letter. Should I still ask for one when they don't really know me that well?

I'm a high school senior going to FIT for fashion design next year, and I want to avoid things like burnout and creative block. Are there specific practices for staying passionate? Is there anything I can be doing right now to prepare myself? What can I do to be my most creative self?

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I want to be able to keep my VA stipend and not worry about finances.

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...

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? 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...

About to be a freshman in college.

I find networking events so intimidating and have no idea how to approach them to begin with.

I've applied to some scholarships but haven't heard back and am very nervous at the moment. Are there any resources you recommend?

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.

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.

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?

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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.

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?

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.

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??

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I have written this question for myself for the CareerVillage Spring Scholarship. It's a question that I often dwell upon at night.

How do you handle leaving everyone you know and the comfort of your home to start over completely with no one by your side? How did you overcome this very bittersweet transition?

I will be a college freshman this year