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Isabel Apr 19, 2018 493 views

After completing college and getting a degree how can I ensure that I get a job in that field?

I am planning on majoring in plant sciences and I want to make sure that I get a job that is relevant to plants and the environment. However I know that the economy is not the best and being just graduated from college just looking for a decent payed job is hard enough. How can I ensure during...

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Molly Mar 27, 2018 608 views

What are the implications of attending a college far from home?

I really like a college but it is far away from my family and my home. I am worried that I will not be able to adjust. How do you know if you are ready to leave home? #college-bound

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Molly Mar 27, 2018 1079 views

How can a women thrive in a male dominated field?

I am going into engineering. I understand that my college classes and workplace will be dominated by men. I would like to know how I can assert myself and no be intimidated. #engineering #women-in-stem

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Rachel Mar 16, 2018 863 views

How to succeed in medical school

I am planning on attending medical school but have heard that it can be mentally and emotionally draining. What is the best advice for not only doing well academically but also being mentally healthy in medical school?
#medicine #medicalschool #mentalhealth

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Rachel Mar 16, 2018 784 views

Are gap years ok to take before med school?

My goal is to go to medical school and become a physician. However, I feel that if I have a little more time, I can get more clinical experience and be a more competitive applicant. Are gap years looked down upon by medical schools?
#medicine #gap-year

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Malina Mar 15, 2018 706 views

Does taking challenging courses in high school actually pay off?

Initially, when I began taking accelerated courses --which evolved into Honors programs and AP classes-- my goal was to complete most necessary classes so that by senior year I could go home after fourth period. Now here I am, at that aspired goal of checked off credits and possessing the...

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Malina Mar 15, 2018 681 views

How can I pursue a career in pharm while also having fun in college?

I want to go into the medical field of pharmacy --whether that's PharmD or pharmacology, I don't know yet, I know that I'm in that vicinity-- and get a good job where I can make an even better salary. But I also want to live the normal college life and not live four more years of stress-induced...

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Zoel Jan 18, 2018 840 views

How are teen supposed to pay for college?

College is impractically expensive. How is the modern day teen expected to pay such a hefty fine for an education? #freecollege

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Samantha Jan 16, 2018 980 views

How do you break into the photography business?

I'm a food photographer but I haven't had any luck getting steady clients. Advice? #food-photography #photography #digital-photography

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Samantha Jan 16, 2018 643 views

Do I need a Masters Degree to work in Higher Education?

I work as an adjunct instructor teaching photography, do I need my masters degree to continue doing this and to possibly work in professional development/instructional design/educational technology going forward? #higher education #technology #instructional-design

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Angel Jan 16, 2018 630 views

How would you describe each college major and its potential in a sentence?

#career #major #potential #college #academic-advising

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Aradhana Jan 15, 2018 856 views

What is college like compared to high school?

I feel like college will be so much better then high school, both time wise and social wise. However I feel like I am getting my hopes too high about what I think college will be. #high-school-students #college-bound #college

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Aradhana Jan 15, 2018 765 views

What is your advice for a student?

I'm a junior in high school, and I was wondering if there was any advice anyone could give to their younger selves that could potentially give them hope, better habits, etc. #student #advice #higher-education

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Carl Aug 31, 2017 861 views

Whats the best way to keep maximum focus on school studies?

Just trying to improve myself/study habits. #study-habits #studying-tips #studying

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Kelly Mar 03, 2017 1059 views

Is it better to go to an art college, or an arts and sciences college?

I'm a freshmen in high school, and I'm currently trying to choose between a college specifically for art, or an arts and sciences college. If I wanted to major in illustration, which type of college should I go to? Is it better to go to an arts and sciences college because I will meet different...

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Kelly Feb 24, 2017 988 views

What specific factors affect the chance of a freelance illustrator getting a job offer from a client?

I understand that freelancers have to manage their own money, time, daily schedule, as well as their marketing, and various other things. Because of this, I would like to know the specific actions taken by a **freelance illustrator** (who is looking to get an offer from a client in any...

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Thompson Feb 24, 2017 2059 views

Is proficiency in Java enough to get you placed in good company?

I'm a graduate student(MS Computer Science) and I'm gonna be graduating in a year and a half and I wanted to know if there is any skill that I must have besides Java. I would like to know what are the other programming languages/skills that any employer can expect from a potential employee with...

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Karla Jan 16, 2017 842 views

How do I choose my major that I will acquire a succesful career in?

I currently can't decide if the major I am choosing will result in a good career or whether I should change my major. #college-major #choosing-a-major

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Karla Jan 16, 2017 1097 views

How will changing my major prolong my graduation time?

When I applied to college I was a political science major, but now I'm thinking about changing my major to finance. I want to change it but I am scared that changing my major will set me back another year or so. #college-major #finance #political-science #switches

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Karla Jan 15, 2017 2101 views

How do I get a credit card with no credit history?

I'm a freshman in my second semester of college and I have been looking at credit cards that will help me start a credit history. #finance #credit

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adanech Nov 25, 2016 2099 views

When should I start investing my money or ?bounding??

I have been working a lot recent ally and I know that your supposed to start investing or share holding your money at an early age. When would be a great time? #business #education #money #economics #investment-management #business-analysis #savings #economic-research

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Hairam Oct 30, 2016 824 views

What would you say are the general steps into becoming a doctor?

I've been wanting to be a lot of things including an engineer and and going into business as well as medicine. I would love to know the steps into becoming a doctor and the things I would have to do outside of class work like volunteering in hospitals or working around medicine or working in...

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Rebecca Oct 23, 2016 808 views

I understand that as a Forensic Biologist you are looking at DNA and the small micro details to solve a crime, however, how often does this evidence actually lead to a great discovery that solves the case?

I want to be a Forensic Biologist. I know what the job implies, but I really want to know how often the evidence actually leads to solving the crime. #professor #forensicscientist #criminologist #dnaanalysist #forensic #forensic-chemistry #forensic-analysis #biology #law-enforcement...

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Tiana Oct 18, 2016 641 views

Why is the gender gap so big for computer engineering?

I am interested in computer engineering. #computer #computer-engineering

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Tiana Oct 18, 2016 639 views

What crucial skills does one need to be a computer engineer?

I want to be an engineer. #computer-engineering

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Tiana Oct 18, 2016 1074 views

What daily tasks does a computer engineer do?

I want to be a computer engineer. #computer-engineering

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Tiana Oct 18, 2016 688 views

What is the difference between computer science and computer engineering? I heard that computer engineering is more hands-on. Can you give me more details on other differences?

I am interested in computer engineering. #computer #computer-engineering

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cole Aug 22, 2016 1286 views

How does one go about getting into working in the management of a professional sports team?

Interested in working in sport management, but not sure how one gets involved in the back-office of managing a team/franchise. #sports #sports-management #soccer #sport

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cole Aug 22, 2016 1139 views

What fields of study are beneficial to a career as a sports agent?

I'm interested in working in the sports world, but still trying to figure out in what regard. The ideas of sports law and sports psychology appeal to me, but not sure how to put them to use? Sports agent is one career that comes to mind. #sports-management #sport

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tamara Aug 14, 2016 984 views

how can i be a singer and songwriter as well as a food and beverage server

Just want to know if thats a good opinion to work for. Even though thats my goal #singer #songwriter #songwriting

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