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Where should I go to get a good start on looking into jobs fresh out of college?
I will be graduating with a degree in Data Science, so I'm looking for a data analyst/engineer/scientist role.
How should students who are majoring in acting go about balancing their school life with work life, school life, personal life, etc., since this is one of the more busy programs to balance?
I am a first-year college student this fall, and the process of college is scary, especially with my intended career. I'm scared I'm going to lose out on downtime and want to know what life is like for acting students.
What are some good areas in the United States to find work as a Mechatronics Engineer?
I am a junior in college studying Mechatronics Engineering Technology. I know that this is the general career path that I would like to pursue, but I struggle with finding a specific job that I would pursue after school. I would like to work in the food/food packaging industry, but I am open to...
Does cost or experience matter more when choosing a college?
Right now I have hard choice between two colleges. One college is more prestigious in the area I am studying in, and I've been accepted into multiple honors programs, but it's not offering me any scholarships. The second college gave me a large scholarship, it's a private university. Overall,...
How to get admitted to a Genetics Counseling Masters Program when switching careers??
What are the most helpful courses and best information to assist an adult student returning to college who has already earned a BS in Electrical Engineering Technology - Mechatronics and is looking to pivot by changing their career path and working to get admitted to a Genetics Counseling...
How can I gain experience in public health as a college graduate student if i want to work in the epidemiology field?
I’m currently a senior and will be starting graduate school next semester. I’m really interested in working in the epidemiology field. I am extremely passionate about public health. As I prepare to start graduate school, I want to have hands on experience in this particular field. I am...
Medical School Applications?
How do I know which medical schools to apply to? Also when should I start looking into which medical schools I am interested in attending? The topic of medical school has been coming up since I'm about to start my undergrad #Spring25.
How will I use my knowledge from college to better myself and help out my peers around me succeed in life #Spring25?
I am finishing up my first year of college and I see this scholarship opportunity but now I am actually curious as to how I could use my degree for good.
How did you know what you wanted to major in, going into college And why did you choose the college you went to? ?
I am a Junior in high school and still unsure of what I want to do. I think I am leaning towards a veterinarian. I am not sure what the path is for this profession in college. I am also having trouble deciding what colleges I should apply for next year. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
How do students build a network?
How do students majoring in finance or other business classes build and expand on their network and connections? When is the best time to start, and how? Lastly, when it comes to finding jobs for after graduation, what is the best way to secure a job early on in your professional career?
What makes you feel motivated to keep moving forward even when you are in your lowest in your life?
I live a life where everything is a bit harder due to me having guarantee undiagnosed ADHD. I push myself everyday because I know I am worth something and I don't want to stop myself when I have everything in my hands. I have been doubted by so many people where it started to get to me, then I...
What jobs are out there that relate to Industrial-organizational psychology?
I am a current 2nd year college student and am very interested in industrial-organizational psychology but just nervous for if there are job opportunities in the field. I love everything about psychology and 100% want it to be a part of my future but also want to go about it in a benefiting way.
When is the latest a person can switch their major in college in case they have a change of what they want?
I'm still undecided so I'm curious when the latest I can realistically change is.
How much does the GRE matter for Biology graduate admissions ?
I’m a college freshman studying Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. I intend on going straight to a PhD after my undergraduate degree (will probably do it in Biochem, Microbiology, or something similar). I joined a research lab at the start of my freshman year, and am participating in a...
What are some unique internships you can get over the summer as a math major?
I’m not sure what I want to do after college yet, so I’d love to get some experience in many different fields before leaving college.
What was the hardest part about interning in investment banking?
What was the hardest part about interning in investment banking? What skills are important when working at IBD? Are there any relevant courses you would recommend studying at university?
So... what do I do? #Spring25
I am attending a fairly prestigious university this fall and I have confidence it will help me succeed. However, the financial aid I received is not as helpful as I had hoped. Not to toot my own horn, but I've always been a smart kid and it feels much more fitting to me to take on this...
Am I rich in life in terms of relationships and memories #Spring 25?
I want to think about who was there for me and kept me going even when times are hard. Who is there to help me make the most memories and make me laugh even when I was sad. Rich in life in terms of not having physical money, but more so relationships and memories that you’ll learn to forever...
For someone pursuing a career in finance, what are the biggest lessons you’ve learned about yourself and the industry that helped you decide which sector to work in—especially when factoring in personal work ethic, natural strengths, and the realities of being a Black man in corporate America? As well as how do you see the sustainability of finance careers evolving with the rise of AI?
I am currently committed to attend Middlebury College in Vermont, and am looking to pursue a career in finance with a major of Economics.
What is the transition like between living with parents to living in a dorm #Spring25?
I am a senior about to graduate and I'm nervous about moving into a dorm. I've been camping with friends before so I have some experience away from home, but living on my own for a whole school year seems daunting and nerve-wracking.
What is something you wish you had known before starting a career in accounting?
I am a highschool senior starting my college journey this fall. I will be majoring in accounting but I have some questions, one of which is: What is something you wish you had known before starting a career in accounting?
What can you do as a college student to increase your chances of getting into defense contracting ?
I started college with an interest in doing consulting or finance but have decided that it would be interesting to go into defense contracting instead. What should I be doing as a student to make myself a better applicant for jobs like this?
How do I determine a good number of classes to take as a freshman?
How do I choose classes and number of credits. Looking to find balance between coursework and adjustment to college.
What Challenges do you see in the field of Psychology, and how do you think they can be addressed?
I am a mom and an educator for 3rd grade. I am returning to school after 15 years to study Psychology. I have an Associates in Paralegal and am hoping to go into Law School for Family law. How can I use Psychology in the field of Law?
#Spring25
What is the most challenging part of studying for the cybersecurity career?
Please explain how this challenge was overcome over the time of studying cybersecurity.
What is the best way to find internships related to your field of study ?
I'm an undergrad student studying film who's also interested in archival and preservation. #Spring25
Why don't more colleges have Criminal Justice or Criminology fields? #Spring25
I am interested into going into this field but many colleges don't have these majors/minors. #Spring25
What are some useful ways or routes to pay for college?
I am thinking about doing ROTC but an still looking.
Let's say a person has fallen behind in a few classes and tests are coming up/the due dates for assignments are drawing near, what would be the best way to go about the situation? It would not necessarily be an advanced learning and apprehension since it would be within a short amount of time but more so to the extent of passing and perhaps a little further if able. How might that person deal with catching up in an efficient way and what choices or alternatives should that person consider in order to reduce the possibility of the same occurrence happening again?
In a more simplistic statement, how does an individual deal with extensive procrastination?
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