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shania May 31 802 views

How can I become a CNA ( without any expensive funds) as a 17 year old who's school doesn't offer CNA classes, & with limited resources ? My local community college offers it but it cost almost 2000$, any opportunities!?

I want to become a CNA / take classes and have a license, to build up for my devotion for healthcare / nursing in the future. I truly believe this experience will give me the expertise and help me to where I want to be! I appreciate any help and advice.

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shania May 21 816 views

Where to start my passion project and how can it reach a greater audiance ?

I have been wanting to start a biomedical engineering or medical related passion project especially since I started a BME club at my highschool this year and wanted to take it farther in making a impact. Something I want to do is fill the gap in healthcare knowledge among students and young...

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shania May 21 537 views

How can I start volunteering at a Hospital or shadow a physician with not much resource around me. I would appreciate any advice!?

How can I start volunteering at a Hospital / clinical etc or shadow a physician with not much resource around me. I would appreciate any advice!

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Antonio Apr 26 99 views

What options do I have for a career in psychology if I don't want to be a therapist??

I am a high school senior about to enter my freshman year of college at Eastern Connecticut State University. I love the field of psychology, especially the study of human behavior and thought processes. I would like to pursue a career focused more on the research aspect of psychology, but I'm...

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Victor Apr 24 177 views

How does one align themselves, and prepare, for a Pre-Med track, and eventually the application process for Medical Schools?

My name is Victor, and I'm a graduating senior. I plan on majoring in Biology to set myself up for Medical School. I have a question regarding the Pre-Med track for various colleges. Although some colleges don't have a certain medical major, how do college students align themselves with a...

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Olivia Apr 23 301 views

After college, how do you start looking for careers in a professional field that matches your degree? Is it an easy process?

I'm going into veterinary medicine, and I'm concerned that I will not be able to easily find a job after I graduate from school, and that I will not be able to find a related job between college and veterinary school.

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Sienna Apr 21 130 views

How many hours should I work while going to school FT my first year in NYC?

How many hours are manageable to work while going to school my freshman year? I am going to be in NYC and will be attending classes full time. I will be starting out living in the campus dorms. I don’t want to sacrifice my grades and at the same time I don’t want to have too much time on my...

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Nicolas Apr 20 266 views

Does life actually get easier right after you get your degree, or do we have to keep on achieving a higher education for life to get easier (From a physics major)?

I am trying to get a degree on physics with a concentration in engineering and trying to add a minor on mathematics. I am heading to my junior year of college.

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Genevieve Apr 18 54 views

Can I teach a subject that I minor in at the college level, or do I have to major in that subject?

I'm going into college next year, and I want to major in history and minor in related subjects (philosophy, women & gender studies). I plan on becoming a history professor. Can I teach related classes like philosophy once I finish my degree and get a teaching certificate, or would I have to...

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Perras Apr 17 158 views

How do I know if my passion for veterinary medicine is sustainable long-term, and what steps can I take early in my career to prevent burnout? #Spring26

I’m a first-generation college student currently pursuing a career in veterinary medicine. I’ve been working in veterinary settings since I was 16, gaining experience in general practice, emergency care, and client communication. These experiences have shown me both the incredibly rewarding and...

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Harry Apr 12 658 views

How much harder are STEM Courses in college compared to Business courses in College?

I've always heard from friends who are in engineering or computer science that they have such a heavy workload, and when I compare it to my accounting classes, it almost looks similar. Are many STEM courses that heavy compared to business courses?

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Norah Apr 07 238 views

Are summer classes worth taking so I have less classes during the semester?

I want to take anatomy over the summer, but I don't know if I should.

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Stella Apr 06 97 views

How should I start going about learning more in nutrition if I want to major in Nutrition Science? #Spring26

I am planning on attending University of Connecticut in the fall of 2026, and I would like to know what classes I should take for a career in nutrition.

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shania Apr 05 444 views

I want to get more involved in hands on exposure within STEM as it is my junior year, I want to start a research based project, how can I start?

I want to find opporutnites with hands on and more exposure, within medicine / STEM. I want to start a research based project within medicine that makes an impact. I want advice on where I can start and build myself up to that point. Where can I start? Also any internship opportunites, Any...

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Rihanna Apr 01 454 views

What are good study habits for nursing?

What are good study habits for nursing?

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Adrianna Mar 21 577 views

What jobs could I get with good pay at the age of 14?

I want to get a good paying job but I'm not sure if there is any for my age. I want a job because I want to help out my family and be able to afford things.

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shania Jan 22 640 views

Im a 16 year old junior , I want the intiative to become a CNA. Ive been intrested in healthcare since i was a little girl and I want to take a step. Is there any way to get connected ? Especially since my school doesn't offer it.

Please let me know any advice ! anything is helpful.

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genesis Jan 07 1410 views

How do you cook food? Do you use a recipe book?

I am in 8th grade. I did a career interest survey and meal service is one of my interests. I'd want to make sushi.

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genesis Jan 07 1251 views

How do you make clothes What school do you need to go to??

I am in 8th grade. I did a career interest survey and fashion is one of my interests.

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Erik Nov 25, 2025 971 views

How can I land on a major, when my interests are all over the place?

I started undergrad as a biology major but don't feel confident with my choice since I have a lot of interest in finance. I have recently started taking more classes based off topics I just find interesting in order to help narrow it down, but I feel like the choice keeps getting harder the...

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Allyssa Nov 19, 2025 228 views

What strategies can I start learning now that will help me create an inclusive, safe, and emotionally supportive classroom for students with disabilities?

I want to be a Special Education and I really excited to do that, but sometimes I feel like I am a little behind on the learning I should start doing before I am in the classroom aside from the classes I am already taking in college.

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Mia Nov 18, 2025 429 views

What is the best thing to major in if you want to become a Health Administrator?

Would majoring in nursing and minoring in business be too much to handle while working a job?

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Shea Nov 18, 2025 281 views

What internships should I look for if I want to major in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, but am on the Pre-med track for surgery?

I am currently a freshman in college looking for summer internships in the CT area but am confused as to what I should actually be looking for.

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Chloe Nov 13, 2025 400 views

Study tactics to help stay focused in nursing school?

I am going to be entering nursing school after graduation in June and I want to be as successful as possible. In college, I know there are things such as events and friends that can become a distraction from studies and I want to know how I can fully focus on my studies to reach the goal I am...

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Alieah Nov 06, 2025 705 views

What are the best study methods for the CPA exam?

I am looking for different study methods that have helped people pass their CPA exams

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Emily Oct 22, 2025 206 views

Hello! I hope everyone reading this is doing well. I am currently a sophomore at the University of Connecticut studying Biomedical Engineering. I am planning my future schedules and want advice in choosing a concentration and minor. My school requires BME majors to select a concentration. I am torn between the two concentrations; Biomechanics & Mechanobiology (first conc.) and Systems, Imaging, & Instrumentation (second conc.). I am also looking into minoring in Electronics and Systems, and most of the courses required to complete this minor overlap with the Systems, Imaging, & Instrumentation concentration. Electronics and systems has been something that I have been interested in for a while, so this pair is calling out to me the most as of late. This past summer, I participated in a practicum where I explored both bio-signals and biomechanics. During this practicum, I was able to build a 3D printed robotic hand while investigating various methods of body-machine interfacing for prosthetic control. Most of the work I focused on was working with flex sensors (which we made) and making things like an instrumentation amplifier, an active band pass, and full rectifier, which were used to make an electromyograph. This experience reignited my passions and curiosity for both biomechanics and bio-signals. This is why I am torn between both concentrations, and which to pair with minor I’m interested in. So, the options I have made for myself are; Biomechanics & Mechanobiology concentration paired with Electronics & Systems major OR Systems, Imaging, & Instrumentation paired with the Electronics & Systems major. I am also wondering on which pair would be the most beneficial for me in industry post-graduation. Any advice helps. Thank you in advance!

Any Advice?

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Ella May 02, 2025 1439 views

How can I get my esthetician license if I graduated different major in foreign country ?

I have a bachelor degree but from different major nothing to do with beauty. I’m curious if I study esthetician can I do Botox or filler stuff without studying nursing? #spring25

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Anuoluwakpo Apr 29, 2025 810 views

What sort of advice would you give to someone who is looking to work with sick children if that person is very sensitive; regardless of that weakness, they have a strong passion and love for kids and that’s the only career they see themselves with for the long term?

For context this person wants to pursue a doctorate in the field.

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Agnaldo Apr 28, 2025 1651 views

"If our world values art, kindness, innovation, and nature’s beauty, why do we still judge students mostly by their grades What other qualities should matter just as much?"#Spring25

In a world full of natural beauty and endless human creativity, it doesn’t make sense to judge students just by grades. A test score doesn’t show someone’s imagination, kindness, or how hard they try when no one’s looking. Real success isn’t something you can measure with numbers. Like a tree...

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Alexander Apr 21, 2025 212 views

What advice do you have in terms of academics for someone entering college next fall (study habits, routines, classes to take, etc.)?

High school senior, heading to college somewhat far from my family.

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Peyton Apr 20, 2025 1312 views

How has majoring in history, considering both the process and destination, helped influence and structure a seemingly unrelated career Where has it impacted the most? #Spring25

I am a transfer student that applied as a history major, and I’m still unsure of what to do career wise as I have a variety of interests.

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Ryan Apr 20, 2025 1121 views

How do you think the field of data science is going to be impacted by AI and machine learning??

Data scientists already use AI and machine learning to build models, but how is using AI to code and conduct analyses going to impact the field?

#Spring25

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Katherin Apr 18, 2025 1007 views

What are some Tips for a music educator who is going into their first interview??

Hi! I'm currently pursuing my undergrad in music education, and I was just curious about what I should know before my first interview.

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Robbie Apr 16, 2025 964 views

How have alumni from your college helped you begin or grow your career?

I’m narrowing my decision of colleges and wondering how much support I can expect when I’m done with my studies.

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Kemaya Apr 14, 2025 623 views

How to find nature and wildlife related jobs in the city?

I'm an upcoming Ecology & Evolutionary Biology major, and I will attend a 4-year university in the heart of a bustling city. I plan to work in a similar field while going to school. Is it possible to find EEB related jobs when surrounded by walls of concrete?

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Ehivwema Apr 14, 2025 457 views

Have you ever gone through a challenge that needed more than just book smarts?

What’s an example from your experience where a seemingly straightforward mechanical engineering problem turned out to require more than just technical knowledge, where communication, collaboration, or understanding the personal aspect of the project played a key role in finding a solution? #Spring25

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Andrew Apr 10, 2025 569 views

How can you help me to find scholarships towards my major?

I am a first generation freshman English Education major at Southern Connecticut State University. I am excited to be studying at Southern but am concerned about the cost.

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Kristina Apr 09, 2025 3061 views

How can I combine my degree in Communications with my minor in Political Science in my future career ?

I am a current college sophomore in undergraduate.

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Kiera Apr 08, 2025 1745 views

When looking back on your pre-med, undergraduate courses, is there a class you wish you took that would have better prepared you for medical school #Spring25?

Entering undergrad Fall 2025

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Maegen Apr 06, 2025 1179 views

What is the best way to go about becoming a recovery support specialist?

I am already a CPRSS , I have personal experience with the psychiatric part but i have never had a drug & alcohol addiction situation. I want to well rounded in both aspects

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Antonio Apr 06, 2025 1335 views

What day to day requirements are there to be a sports writer ?

What day to day requirements are there to be a sports writer?

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Emma Apr 02, 2025 503 views

Why is it so hard to get accepted into nursing programs I have applied to so many schools, only to get denied or waitlisted. There is a nursing shortage but so difficult to get into school. I am a senior and graduating this year. I really want to become a nurse. ?

I am 17 and a senior, graduating in a few months. I really want to be a nurse. I am taking an EMS class now and I love it. I am also taking A&P.

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Franclin Apr 02, 2025 723 views

How do I better my search for extracurricular activities related to business??

I want to make my college application look better.
#Spring25

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Bella Apr 02, 2025 774 views

How do I go about getting internships at potential schools I would like to teach at?

Interviewing and applying

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Akshara Feb 22, 2025 4087 views

How do i find an internship or research opportunity where i can apply economics, as a high school student ?

I am highly passionate about pursuing a career in economics and public policy.

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Janavi Jan 23, 2025 2113 views

Is shadowing a doctor really helpful for college applications?

Hi! I'm a freshman in high school right now and I've been working towards becoming a cardiologist. I've been looking at different opportunities and I'm wondering if shadowing a doctor will give me an edge when it comes to applying for college. I'm still only fourteen and I think I might be too...

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Semo Dec 12, 2024 912 views

How to be a model?

Styling fashion design

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Essy Dec 06, 2024 1912 views

What is product management??

Product manager work with engineering,sales, marketing department

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Wesley Dec 06, 2024 2362 views

What are the requirement to study for art course?

mostly I love art

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joy Nov 19, 2024 877 views

How do i pursue career in chemistry?

I love more to know about chemical and there chemical reaction

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