Owings, Maryland
What should I do during the summer before my freshman year or during my freshman year of high school to have a strong foundation for college apps?
Hello! Thank you so much to anyone who answers my question(s)! Interested and open to anything. Also, one of the reasons I'm asking because my parent is because my parents are thinking of wanting me to graduate early.
Should I take the SAT or ACT or both? When should I take them?
I'm a rising freshman and I've already completed math classes up to Algebra 2. However, the reading and comprehension part is not my forte. I'm wondering if I should take the SAT/ACT in my freshman year or not, and if I should take both.
For my freshman year, should I take AP Precalc AB or BC? If BC, should I take Multivariable Calc & Lin Alg or just AP Stats for my junior year? If I take AB, that means I will most likely take Calc BC in 11th grade, which doesn't sound too appealing. The idea is if I'm taking BC, I could directly go on to Calc BC for sophomore year, so I could have my 11th grade year easier and just take AP Stats instead. However, I'm just worried it will be too much to handle.
I'm currently a rising freshman and I've taken all previous math classes before.
What classes are highly reccommended for me to take in high school if I most likely would major in business?
If possible, please list out clearly the specific classes I should take for each grade. I am in 8th grade, rising freshman.
What led you to want to pursue a career in business instead of a career like Med, for example??
I'm a 13 year old in 7th grade interested in business or business administration
When should I get a mentor? When should I become a mentor? I am in the middle ground of having valuable skills, but I do not master everything in my professional career.
When do I become a dedicated mentee? When do I devote time to mentoring someone? When do I take experience to a team and rely on group learning and not give it a formal title? I have a nice set of skills I would love to share but I don't have a great outlet to share them. I am by no means a...
I keep hearing over and over that it is important in one's profession to have "AI skills". I understand how AI is going to change the work force in the future, but what particular AI skills are important to have?
So far I am a SME with AI computer hardware, networking and infrastructure. I have built an agent at home, used few shot tuning on a generic LLM, and did a resume builder and mock interview on it. I have a small prompt library that I keep at work and at home, slowly expanding to making skills...
What is the best way to network with film professionals when I haven't been on a high level film set yet? #Spring26
I'm a film student looking to land internships and get field experience. I'm struggling with how to present myself when I haven't worked on big sets yet.
For professionals currently working in data science or data-driven roles: what has been the most difficult part of bridging the gap between technical analysis and real-world implementation, especially when working on issues that affects communities at scale?
I am a biracial high school senior from Burke, Virginia, heading to Stanford to study Data Science & Social Systems.
How do you know you're on the right path?
I am deeply worried about my future, and wonder often what's right for me. Will I ever know that I'm doing the right thing? Thank you!
What is the best way to navigate campus life if you are used to being an only child and having your own space?
I am entering college in the fall and staying on campus.
With regards to personal branding. What aspect of personal branding do you look at most when reviewing a candidate or employee? What should shine and what should be avoided?
Starting my professional life in the 00's, there was never a need for personal branding unless you worked for yourself and had a particular skill. Now it seems to be almost as important as a resume. From me starting out professionally with employers saying "you may not want to get a Facebook...
What are your tips on Networking How should I start the conversation? Any tips on keeping the conversation running smoothly? #Spring26?
Starting college in a few months and would love some tips to help things run smoothly and help me succeed in school.
What was the most unexpected challenge you faced while pursuing your career, and how did you handle it?
College Sophomore preparing to transfer to a 4 year in the Fall
What made taking on the debt worth it as opposed to going to a university that offers a full ride?
I have to decide between attending a school close to where I live for a full ride or my dream school that hasn't provided enough aid. I've heard a lot of arguements explaining why I should take the full ride, but I really hope to attend my dream school
How much does student debt impact your future Were you presented with better options financially? And if so, do you believe you made the right choice?
I have to decide between attending a school close to where I live for a full ride or my dream school that hasn't provided enough aid.
How to pay for living expenses over the breaks?
I'm a 24, soon to be 25, year old independent student hoping to start again full time in the fall at a community college and later transfer to a 4 year college to get a bachelor's in animation. I'm worried that because of my age I'll have a harder time finding a part time job or summer work. Is...
What happens if you want to switch your major before you start college?
I am 99.9% sure I want to be a Biochemistry major. The lingering question is whether I should be Biochemistry or Chemistry. Is my college advisor the right person to call?
How do I keep organized with a high school and college to-do list now?
What is the best advice for keeping up with everything due in my senior spring semester as well as completing everything I need to for my "college stuff". I have a very long to-do list!
How do you know how and if you've committed to the right college?
Worried for Decision Day May 1st
Tips on choosing a school when its academics are equal yet their location is across the country.
WA vs. VA ?
#Spring26
If you had to support yourself financially in college, how did you manage building your resume with internships while still making money Did you ever have to choose one over the other??
Thinking about going into accounting, I know internships are important. However, I also know I have to pay off student loans while in school.
What is the most difficult or hardest part about getting into the theatre industry, for theatre production and/or technical theatre specifically? #Spring26
In college, I intend to be a Drama/Theatre major and I'm just curious about the difficulties that come with that career.
How can one not lose sight of their other passions while pursuing a career to make change in the world? #Spring26
I hope to pursue a career in public policy, foreign affairs, or international relations, but don't want to lose my love for filmmaking, writing, the outdoors, and more. #Spring26
What are the biggest challenges people face while trying to get a job after getting their finance degree #Spring26?
Basically I want a good idea on how to land a good first job.
What is the best way to decide what school to teach at when you graduate?
I am an Elementary Education major
How do I build my content into a personal brand people actually want to follow along with?
I recently started an Instagram account
Other than posting consistently, how do I navigate today's algorithm so that I reach a target audience and help grow my page.
Why do people say in order to succeed in life you have to get a degree in college?
Do we really need college to become successful. I’m genuinely interested because why give all this money to not become successful. Then a person who does not go becomes successful and not in debut.
What are the best methods for taking notes? #Spring26
What are the best methods to take notes in a STEM class? Would the best method be to use a computer/iPad, or use traditional pens, pencils, and paper? #Spring26
What kind of opportunities are there to work remotely or abroad as a mechanical engineer?
I really want to travel the world, and at the same time, I'd still like to pursue mechanical engineering. I want to know if there's a field or job where I have to travel/where I can work from a different country.
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