Poughkeepsie, New York
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
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
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
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
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...
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...
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
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
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
How would you describe each college major and its potential in a sentence?
#career #major #potential #college #academic-advising
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
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
Whats the best way to keep maximum focus on school studies?
Just trying to improve myself/study habits. #study-habits #studying-tips #studying
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...
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...
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...
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
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
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
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
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...
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...
Why is the gender gap so big for computer engineering?
I am interested in computer engineering. #computer #computer-engineering
What crucial skills does one need to be a computer engineer?
I want to be an engineer. #computer-engineering
What daily tasks does a computer engineer do?
I want to be a computer engineer. #computer-engineering
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
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
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
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
Is college for everyone?
In the past people have found success without attending college and furthering their education. Is college really meant for everyone; it does not guarantee success and some people just aren't college material. #education
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