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What tools can help students focus with so many distractions given the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic?
I’m a grade 11 student at RH King in Scarborough. I love acting and have successfully landed five auditions for leading and supporting roles in short films, theatre and television series. I like learning about business, investments and the economy. I am a diehard Raptors fan and supporter with...
How did you decide what you would like to major in?
College student finishing an advanced diploma looking to complete my degree. #college-major #major
Which Web Developer role or Stack is higher in demand, Front-End, Back-End or Full-Stack? Why?
This question intrigues me since I've believed that back-end has always had a higher barrier to entry to the mathematics behind it, and front-end being for those who have a knack for design, making front-end usually more popular, however, with varying responses on the internet I'm slightly...
How long Does it Take To Learn Web Development to Create a Website from Scratch?
Due to the march break and the covid-19 outbreak, I have a lot of time on my hands, of which I want to utilize cultivating a new skill. I am planning on investing most of my time learning web development. The reason why I asked this question is that I hope to gain a co-op position in a few...
To What Extent Does the Prestige or Brand Name Affect an Aspiring engineer Looking For a Position At a Fortune 500 Company?
I've heard over and over again on how there are certain target schools such as Stanford, Waterloo, Harvard, Berkeley and others that are really beneficial in obtaining an internship quite efficiently. What I haven't heard many talks about is how this brand name would affect you when applying...
What can I do to get a summer internship with no experience
I am currently in my first year of university studying urban planning looking to gain some relevant experience this summer #internship #first-job #summer-jobs
What can I do to start building connections in the field of veterinary
#veterinary-medicine #biology #veterinary #volunteer #medical #science
Are there any University Programs which combine both Finance and Computing? How Do they Work?
This is one question that has been lingering in the back of my mind for a very long time. I have developed a pretty solid foundation in finance and accounting, as well as developed a passion for stem and computing through hobbies and extracurriculars. I have found this one program at the...
What are the best books to read?
U of T student, biology and psychology major. #psychology #college #writing #college-major #criminal-justice
What do you think are the secrets behind getting to where you’ve go to?
U of T life sciences biology and psychology major. #science #biology #marine-biology #computer-science #environmental-science
What do you think is your greatest strength?
U of T life sciences student, 2nd year. #science #psychology #computer-science #college
Whats the most interesting thing about nursing?
HBsc student at U of T looking to get into health care after undergrad. #nursing #medicine #healthcare #nurse #nurse #doctor
What's the best career decision you've ever made?
Looking to get into the health care field after my BS. #healthcare #medicine #nursing #doctor #career-counseling
What social stigma does society need to get over?
Biology and psychology major #psychology #biology #science #writing
What three habits will improve your life?
#psychology Uoft Life sciences majoring in Biology and Psychology. #science #biology #doctor #study-abroad
What are some challenges you think the next generation will face?
UofT life science major. #science #biology #college-major #college
How do you find your passion?
I am a Biology & Psychology major at the university of Toronto, I hope to further my studies and pursue nursing the future. #nursing #psychology #major #college
What Would a Typical Day of a Machine Learning Engineer Consist of, and How Does it Compare to Other Engineering Fields?
After looking at most of my choices, I believe that my interests lie in software engineering, hardware engineering, mechanical engineering, and machine learning engineer. I've always been told that a role as a machine learning is quite complex, and can often be handled by very few individuals...
How Should I Start Learning about Machine Learning at the Age of 15?
I don't want to be jumping all over the place, but this is just to keep in the side of my mind as I refine my web development skills and learn the general tools that a full-stack engineer utilizes. At 15, how do you recommend I begin to take interest in machine learning? I've always found it...
What was your Pathway to Medical School?
This may not be common amongst many people, but if applicable, would you tell me how you got into medical school (starting from high school)? This will definitely be a long question, but I felt that it would be helpful to many students and aspiring individuals looking for motivation or a...
Is medical school a requirement for a future in Social Psychology?
#psychology #medical #volunteer #graduate-school #psychiatry
Career pathways for Mechatronics?
I've researched a little on the topic, but have only found videos about robotics engineers. Is this the only pathway specialized for an individual with a mechatronics degree? Or is it broader than that? As a tenth grader, I want to be fully informed of every opportunity I have in engineering...
Does one need to be good at drawing to pursue a career in graphic design?
Even though I don't plan on pursuing a career in the graphic design field, this has always been a question of curiosity. I'm taking a communications technology course where we look at graphic design, and our teacher said that you don't need to know how to draw at all. Rather, you just need to...
What are your thoughts on LinkedIn for high school students? Do you recommend it?
I've already done quite a bit of research on this topic, and have found that most professionals advocate for high school students to have one to increase their digital footprint (positively). I still want to hear more input from professionals, and what they think! Just to put into perspective,...
Is working at a FAANG company in Silicon Valley really worth it? Will the expenses incurred make the job seem much more unreasonable?
As a 10th grader, my dream is to eventually work at a FAANG company (maybe in silicon valley). Recently, however, I've been looking at articles and videos which claim that the expenses one incurs make living there very unreasonable. Some say that it is better to work at a company in a state...
What looks better on a College Application, Paid internship or Unpaid?
This isn't tailored to internships in terms of job prospects, rather it is a question about which path would be better suited to place on a college application. The money isn't needed, but it would definitely be helpful. However, if an unpaid internship is a way to go, I will certainly not...
Is there any way to earn an internship as a high school student with lack luster extracurriculars? If not, what extracurriculars would help me get there?
I'm currently in grade 10, and actually in no rush to obtain one yet. But this is my goal soon. I want to intern at either a STEM or technical facility that would help me gain hands-on experience while boosting my application for university, but I am unsure how I will achieve this. One...
As a 10th grader what extracurriculars and average should I aim for if looking to apply to computer science?
I'm in 10th grade and trying to work my way towards computer science at waterloo or UOFT. My projected average is 91, mainly because I didn't try that hard first semester, but I understand the sacrifice I must make now. Any advice on volunteer activities or extracurriculars I should pursue to...
How do I find a good co-op opportunity?
I'm an aspiring student looking to do culinary arts post-highschool. I have trouble finding a good place to do a Co-op placement. #career
i need a job
im a undergrad student at york university #student #college #job
What is the best startegy for Landing a job with zero work experience?
#first-job #job #career #internship #career-development
What should I do to get into the graphic design world?
I'm a student in 11th grade and I was wondering what skills should I improve on, certificates to get into, or any tasks I should do to increase my chances in getting into the graphic design world? Also, what should I include in my portfolio?
#graphic-design #art #design #designer
Where should I apply for a job
I’m so interested in the medical field and I’m hoping to pursue a career in this field in the future. If like to start from now to build my resume towards volunteer hours and jobs related to the medical field so it would help me get in the medical school. #medicine #volunteer #healthcare
How to explain the meaning of The Farmer and the Viper to children?
There could be more meanings be included, rather than the only kindness. #teaching
How best can i help when i am an (African) International student at University.
I am a very charity passionate guy, coming from a developing nation in Africa i have seen a lot of vulnerable and poor individuals and families.
I am a #technology graduate.
What is your why?
Why are your dreams what they are - what caused it to be that way ?
#volunteer #college #finance #nomad #gratitude #zen #mindset #brain
Is the right for education the same as the freedom for education?
I'm a student with tens of thousands of dollars of debt however, I have a passion for volunteering. Unfortunately the ones I can don't allow me to grow and prosper and I'm tired of feeling stifled. #volunteer #career #career-choice #university #psychology# #education #open-mindedness# freedom#life
How do you establish yourself as a freelance editor/proofreader? How do you build credibility with potential clients?
I am a university student with little to no work experience. # #job #student #college #proofreading #editor #first-job
What challenges do you face when applying for teacher's college?
What requirements are there to apply for teacher's college and how did you achieve them? Were they hard? Were you rejected for any reason? #teacher #education #school #college #teaching
What are some career or leadership experiences that will help me choose my career
I'm currently interested in business and the STEM world, though I still enjoy playing sports and instrumental music. I would really appreciate any opportunities (online or in-person)!
#careerchoice #highschool #STEM #business #career #opportunities #internship #volunteering
Can anyone recommend any architecture camps in Toronto?
#architect #architecture #experience
where can I meet advertising professionals to network? I looking an internship opportunity in advertising industry.
I'm a self-taught Web Designer, SEO and Search Engine Marketer out of Toronto. I'm also the founder of Ads of Toronto, a curated website library dedicated to advertisements published in Toronto and afreewebite.org, a free website building platform. I'm passionate about media Planning, buying...
Very very confused
Hey y’all! I’m thinking of going into chem Eng because I’m interested in making things that help people/environment but I’m a bit undecided because I heard that it’s very hard:(
I just want a career that makes a difference in society, and that is hands on.
Thx:)
#career #engineer
What is the biggest obstacle you face during your journey to become a specialized doctor?
#doctor #medicine #hospital-and-health-care #career
I'm going to a different highschool than all the other kids I'm used to, any advice?
I'm in gr 7 going to highschool
#advice
Need help deciding which program should I choose Social work or Community worker?
Hello my name is john and I am college student taking Community Worker program, I was hoping someone could help me on deciding which program should I take Social work or Community worker. I love to work in both areas, which makes it hard to choose, and I was wondering give me information on...
I want to help children in different countries
Ive watched a lot of documentaries about children around the world, (Mostly in Bangladesh) and I can't help but to feel bad for them and want to help them. When I watch them go through horrible things like being sold for awful needs, or their parents abandoning them etc. I want to make their...
Do employers see value in a Coursera/edX/MOOCs certificates?
I want to continue my studies to build my career and have relevant skills in my field, but it is hard to do in-class courses with a full-time job. This made me strongly consider taking online courses. I definitely think that further education is great for personal growth and learning new...
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