Oregon, USA
What can I do if I get rejected to my dream college?
I've already sent in my college applications, but now I'm just waiting for the results and I keep worrying about whether I'll get accepted or not to my dream college. If I get rejected, then I'll feel like the countless hours working on my application, volunteer work, and grades will all have...
How do I decide what to do for the rest of my life?
Ever since I was young, I thought I had a set plan for the rest of my life. However, high school made me confused about my career goals, and now I don't know what to study in college. I think I want to pursue a profession in the medical field, but I'm not sure what specifically. I'm going to be...
How to organize a team.
I have had some bad experience working on group projects at school. Since a good size of the tasks require teamwork, how would should a team be organized to improve efficiency. #career
How do I become politically active?
I am deeply concerned with the rising cost of secondary education in the United States. I would like to become politically active and make my voice heard, but I don't know where or how to began. Do you have any suggestions? #becomingpoliticallyactive #makemyvoiceheard
I want to be a high school math teacher, and I have had many people tell me I should learn another subject to be able to teach as well. What subject would be best with a math degree and should I get a minor or do a double major?
I am transferring to a university to finish my math degree so that I can teach high school math. I have been told that high school teachers quite often teach more than one subject. If I am to learn another subject, what would be the best method to learn that subject? #highschoolteacher...
Should I worry about the future of artificial intelligence when selecting a career?
Since I was six years old I have dreamed of becoming a teacher. However, I recently read and article online that predicts that within 50 years half of all human occupations will be replaced with artificially intelligent robots. Should I be concerned about my career as a teacher being cut short...
I want to be a high school math teacher and wondered if it is better to major in math or in secondary education with an endorsement in math.
I have my associates degree and have worked at a community college towards a math degree so that I can teach high school math. The school I am transferring to has suggested it would be best to switch my major to a secondary education major to get practice with teaching. The professors at...
What is the best way for an aspiring student to get a good job in publishing
I am willing to work my way up#publishing
#english major
What is the best way to approach someone for an internship
I have found a few companies that I would like to intern and possibly work at but they are not currently offering internships. I would like to approach them and see if they would be willing to let me intern or volunteer there.
#Interning
#Volunteering
What happens in the Bachelor's degree and can't fund it anymore?
I am getting my bachelor's degree and I can't fund it with financial aid anymore so I am wondering how others have done this type of education and have been turned down by financial aid. #financial-services
Is it best to learn online or in class?
I have been going to online class and sometimes I miss the interaction and the questions of in class discussion on things. So which one is the best? #accounting
Is it easier to work in the evening and go to school in the mornings or vice versa?
As an incoming freshman with no prior work experience, I'm curious what kind of advice I can get on balancing and scheduling the two. #work-life-balance
#school-life-balance
How does a student with no previous experience get a job in radio?
I'm interested in working at one of my local radio stations as a job during college and I'm not sure what jobs I would have at an entry level. Would working at my new college's radio help? Do those stations usually pay? What does the salary of those entry level jobs look like? #radio...
How long does it take to adjust to a university located in a large city?
I currently live in a small/medium city, but many of the schools I applied to are located in very large cities. I'm wondering how overwhelming it can be to move someone so different than what I'm used to.
#moving #personal-development #dorm-life #college-life
What is the difference between a BA and BS in psychology?
I want to study psychology but I am more of a science person, so I'm wondering what classes I would need to take for a BS in psychology, or a BA in psychology.
#psychology #degree
What is the difference between a BA and BS in psychology?
I want to study psychology but I am more of a science person, so I'm wondering what classes I would need to take for a BS in psychology, or a BA in psychology.
#psychology #degree
How do you think people's opinions of beauty will change a decade from now?
Just wanted to know as today's society is begging to show appreciation for no makeup but at the same time is infatuated with applying makeup everyday. #empower #confidence #beauty #makeup
I'm almost 18, how will my right to vote make an impact if it's just one slip?
Does anyone else feel small in the world when making one decision? #confidence #voting #rights-management #politics
What are best things to do when in college?
The answer for this could range from advice to clubs and activities I should try. #collegelife
How will I be able to travel after college while finding a stable job?
I worry that I won't have the time or money, anybody have advice? #travel #struggle #time-management
Where do I look for opportunities for future marine biologists?
I want to be one and my networking skills need some work. #marine-biology #networking
Are loans worth it?
My job barely pays enough for rent let alone school, but I have to pay loans back at some point and there's no guarantee I'll get a good job. #school #stressed #financial-planning #loans
Transportation in a big city--will I need a car?
I'm looking at a school down in California. It's basically in Los Angeles. All of my family keeps telling me that I need to get a car, even though I'm probably going to get on-campus housing. Do I really need a car? I'd love to not have to get a car payment on top of everything else....
What leadership club did you participate in while in college? What did you like and dislike about it? Would you recommend it?
My name is Aiden. I am 17 years old and I live on the Southern Oregon Coast in a little town with about 1000 people. I am going to George Fox University in Fall 2018. I have been a member of the Oregon Wing Civil Air Patrol for 2 1/2 years now and I have been a team leader. I would like to...
Has anyone combined a dual major in Music and Psychology and what kinds of work are there that use both degrees?
My name is Aiden. I am 17 years old and I live on the Southern Oregon Coast in a little town with about 1000 people. I am going to George Fox University in Fall 2018. I love both music and psychology and I would like to find a career that combines and uses both of them. I am having some...
Best way to make money in college?
What are the least time consuming ways to make money in college? I would like to be more independent in college. #money
What majors set you apart form the crowd for med school?
I’ve heard that a general bio major is the easiest pick for a pre-med major. What other majors would prepare you for med school but set you apart from the crowd? #premed #health #majors
Companies with good business training programs
I'm struggling to find companies on the West Coast with good new grad training programs - anyone have any experience with that?
#after-graduation #training #business #jobs #intro-position
LPN or RN?
Looking at different nursing programs for my future, what is the difference between a LPN/LVN and a RN? Would it be better to start with a LPN or go straight for RN?
#nursing #registered-nursing #practicalnursing
What are some good scholarship resources for Nursing/medical degrees?
I am looking for some additional resources for obtaining scholarships and/or grants for full time nursing education.
#nursing #nursing-education #registered-nursing #scholarships #financial-aid
How to pay for college
What is the best source of financing to pay for college beyond what you qualify for with government loans?
#college #financial-aid #scholarships #loans
Dental School acceptance and preparedness
Besides a Pre-dental major, what is the best major of study to go on to dental school that helps with acceptance and being prepared?
#dentistry #dental #pre-dental #dental-school
It seems like more jobs need a degree to get. If this is the case, why are university/college prices going up? It is just putting more young adults into debt.
I am asking because I am going to college/university to get my degree and I am curious to why it is costing me so much.
#student-debt #college-major #degrees #college #financial-planning #student-loans #financial-advising
If an educated population is very important, why are teachers in the US not respected (and trusted) as much as they are in other countries?
We had to do a project in English about our "Ideal Education System" and this question came to my mind. I also want to be a teacher.
#teacher #respect #education
What did you do with your Bachelor's degree in social sciences?
I'm a social sciences major who will be graduating in 2019. I'm curious to know how previous graduates have used the knowledge and skills acquired in college. I'm also curious what they opportunities they enjoyed and which were not so satisfying. #social-science #psychology #sociology...
How much does it cost to start a nonprofit?
I want to open a nonprofit that offers services that aren't already provided in my community. I'd like to serve the homeless population with applications, acquiring state ID, provide a mailing address and message phone number, referrals, and a safe place to talk. #nonprofits #homelessness...
What skills do you learn in Film Studies that can help find a career in the television business?
I am 18 years old and I ask this question because I am interested in the movie and television business. My dream is working in FOX, ABC, or NBC. I thought I should take Theater , however I am more on screen shows and movies. #movies #film #communications #media
Best colleges for environmental science?
I'd love to go to #college for #environmental-science but wonder which colleges/universities here in the U.S. I should prioritize applying to. What would you say are the best colleges for environmental science? #science #college-selection
What types of careers can I pursue with a degree in Environmental Science?
#science #environmental-science #career
If I am studying abroad in Berlin, Germany what is the best way I can keep my flying stills up to date?
How do I get involved in Germany with aviation? Are there any special places I should be flying over? Thanks
#aviation #study-abroad #pilot
What is the best way to gain flight hours if you are in college and not studying anything in aviation?
As a college student, away from home, and financially strained, what is the best way to gain flight hours during the school year? I think I might want to go into a career in aviation, but I only have my private pilot's license. How do I best prepare myself for a job as a pilot, when I am not...
What is the best way to get work experience?
Everywhere I want to work, even small retail jobs, seems to ask for work experience, so how do I get that experience in the first place? #retail #food-service
What is the best way to get into the publishing industry?
I would love to eventually be an editor, but I don't know how to get my foot in the door! #editing #writing-and-editing #publishing
How do I dress for an intern interview?
I am interviewing for a position as an intern for a member of Congress, but I'm unsure of how formally I should dress and what I should wear. #government #intern #interview #interview-clothing #government-administration
How you learn to do taxes, but the school doesn't have any classes so you know what to do?
In life we are made to do taxes, and most of us are so clueless to where to start. Some of us don't have anyone to go to get the knowledge we need.
#Taxes #Wack
What type of jobs can you get with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice?
I want to major in criminal justice!! #criminal-justice #career-counseling
Is it better to get good grades or to make connections?
Hi, there! I'm curious as to how to succeed in school, and I'd love to know what my priorities should be. A lot of people have told me that connections are the best resource we get from college, and that it's what most helps with our aspirations. I'm hoping to become a photojournalist,...
How expensive is Physical Therapy school in Oregon schools?
I've always wanted to become a Physical Therapist but my only concern is that it is too expensive. I would love to win a scholarship for my school. Hopefully I will be able to make my dream to come true.
#physical-therapy #scholarships #college-selection #financial-planning
Is it better to stick to a community college for all 4 years or is it better to transfer to a university?
I'm currently enrolled into a community college and i am a freshman. Should i continue in a community college or should i transfer in 2 years or less into a university? I want to major in architecture. #architecture #community-college #college #college-major #academic-advising
How should students apply knowledge to best prepare for their dream job?
Many students enjoy their education immensely and put in a lot of work to excel at their field of study, but is it truly preparing them for their dream job? Sometimes education can be generalized and it would be nice for students to have some idea of what they could be doing to develop real...
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