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Portola Valley, California

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Alexis Nov 21, 2025 117 views

How can colleges better support students not just academically, but emotionally and financially to ensure that all students regardless of background have an equal chance to succeed #Fall2025#fall2025?

I am a student-athlete and it’s my first year.

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Ryen Nov 21, 2025 573 views

How should I start to foster my interest in law outside of apps and LSAT studying?

I am a current junior in undergrad, and I am starting to prepare for the LSAT and law school applications, but I'm wondering how I can express my passions in extracurricular activities and volunteering. I don't care too much about impressing schools or beefing up my resume it is more for...

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Mauricio Nov 20, 2025 909 views

What vocational/trade schools would you recommend for welding in the Bay Area or Valley Area in California?

I am looking to get into a welding program after college in order to aquire extra certifications. What would be best option for becoming a union iron worker?

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Natasha Nov 20, 2025 769 views

How did the challenges faced while earning your accounting degree help you in your professional career? #fall25

I am a sophomore accounting student at a four-year university that has at times struggled with keeping up with my studies; however, I am very determined to earn my degree and work as an accountant in real estate.

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Ruth Nov 18, 2025 624 views

How should I narrow down my college list?

Hello to everyone reading this! I'm a junior in high school, and I have over 30 colleges on my list; however, I'm not sure how many safeties, reaches, targets, and so on I should include. Is there a specific number/range for each type of school I should consider? Thank you for your time!

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Annika Nov 18, 2025 878 views

How hard is it find a nursing job right out of college?

This would be after receiving my bachelors degree. I hope that I am able to find a nursing job right out of college but I have heard for a lot of people it is challenging also depending on the area. In college I plan to receive a strong education so with this I hope that I am able to get help...

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Isaac Nov 18, 2025 398 views

How do I know my future is going to be successful?

What tips do you have?

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Deisy Nov 17, 2025 247 views

What can I do to ensure my success during college?

As a person who's never had a true job and enjoys doing school sports, what can I do to possibly manage college and a job? Are there clubs, organizations, or groups created during college that guide you or prepare you to succeed after and during college? What have been the most common habits...

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Sukhada Nov 17, 2025 264 views

What are the best ways to secure scholarships to help cover college costs ?

What are the best ways to secure scholarships to help cover college costs? I’m a senior in the middle of my college applications and would be grateful for any support or advice.

#Fall25

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Michelle Nov 15, 2025 812 views

Guys, If I want to get a good job for engineering right after College do I need to go to a big known school?

Currently in 12th and I'm looking through schools but the big programs are incredibly competitive and I don't know if I'm cut out compared to others applying. I'd like to apply to state schools but I've heard bigger schools give you a better chance of getting a job right after.

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Stephanie Nov 14, 2025 933 views

What are some jobs that use math a good amount within the engineering field?

Hello, I like math lots, but programming not so much. I was wondering if there were any jobs within the engineering industry that use math a decent amount. Any ideas are useful… Just not really sure what I want to do with my life. Also some soft/hard skills that would be needed for the job...

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Maryn Nov 13, 2025 397 views

How do you maintain a work-life balance within the hospitality industry when you have a heavy workload? #Fall25

I am a hospitality management major at the University of San Francisco. How do those within management handle the stress of working heavy hours? What tips do you have to manage life outside of work? #Fall25

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Gabrealle Nov 12, 2025 470 views

How can I finish my degree in 3 years?

I attend UC Santa Cruz and am a bio molecular engineering major. I want to finish earlier so I can start my upper grad. I know it’s a little more challenging with my major, but I think I can do it.

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Gabrealle Nov 12, 2025 576 views

How can I get an on campus job as a first year?

I go to UC Santa Cruz and am a bio molecular engineering major. I am trying to find a source of income, but it’s hard to find departments that are offering availability.

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Gabrealle Nov 12, 2025 428 views

How Can I Start Research As a First Year In College ?

I am a freshman at UC Santa Cruz and am a proposed Bio Molecular Engineering Major. Usually, it is easier to find available research being a second year and up. My goal is to get my bachelors in three years so of course I want to start research/internships early. I want to get ahead, to start...

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