Providence, Rhode Island
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How does working long hours affect your relationships, hobbies, and interests?
I'd like to direct this question mainly to those in the medical field because that is what I'm looking to go into, but any insights are greatly appreciated! Even as a high school student I've had to put some of hobbies and interests on the back burner because of all of the school work and...
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Is joining honor societies (the kind you have to pay for) worth it in college?
I'm not really sure how honor societies work in college to begin with, but I recently received an email about being accepted to one. I looked into it, found it to be real, and logged into the website. After this, though, I found that I would have to pay ($100/year) to be a member and be able to...
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What is something I should expect from medical school admissions counselors when it comes to taking opportunities in my four years as an undergraduate?
What is something that medical school admissions representatives look at more, besides how well you did in your courses? #medschool #premedicine #college #medicine #admissions #counselors #admission-counselors #career-counselors
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On average, what is a good number of internships a college student should recorve during their time in undergraduate studies?
I am happily starting my first internship this summer, which is the first summer after my completed freshman year of college. I am just wondering how often should I be looking out for scholarships, where I can use my networking skills to help benefit my future as a person working in the health...
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what are the main qualifications and requirments for becoming a victims advocate
I know becoming a advocate you need to prepare yourself not only mentally but Emotionally as well , what would be some of the in things that jobs target and look for in advocates #psychology #advocacy #community #criminal-justice
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what is the hardest part about being a victims advocate
I plan on majoring in psychology and becoming a victims advocate , I know advocates are faced with a lot from domestic violence , hate crimes ,& providing emotional support to victims and dealing with all kinds of people from different backgrounds , id like to know what is the number one thing...
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How will I be able to manage my time in college?
As a nursing major, how will I be able to keep up with my studies and be a successful member of a college? #nursing #time #management
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How hard is it to get into PT or OT school near Rhode Island?
#physical-therapy #occupational-therapy #university-applications
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Who gets a better pay PT or OT?
#physical-therapy #occupational-therapy #health #therapists
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What are the bests websites for Scholarships for Athletic Training? Physical Therapy? Occupational Therapy?
#athletic-training #physical-therapy #occupational-therapy #scholarships #financial-aid
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What are my job opportunities with a major in Athletic Training with a concentration in Exercise Science?
#athletic-training
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What is the difference between physical and occupational therapy?
I'm pursuing a BS in Athletic Training with a concentration in Exercise Science.
#physical-therapy #occupational-therapy
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What are the first things I should look to be involved in at college for an incoming freshman?
I am quite nervous about going to a large college (roughly 20,000). I wish to make my application stand out to future employers by getting involved with the school however I am not sure what exactly would make me stand out as an individual.
#jobs #future #community #community-involvement
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What are the benefits according to future employers of studying abroad?
I am currently looking at a study abroad program which involves my specific major(Pharmacy), however, I am worried that not taking the rigorous classes on campus would make me less attractive to future employers.
#future #student #pharmacy #study-abroad #medicine #college
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What degree is best for working as a game programmer?
I am currently studying to get a degree in Interactive Media and Game Design, but would it arguably be better just to get a degree in computer science?
#game-programming #game-development
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What is one of the hardest aspects of being a game programmer?
I'm currently studying at WPI in order to go on to become a game programmer. What is one of the hardest things about that job, whether it be a part of the job or part of actually landing it?
#game-programming #game-design
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What are the minimum and maximum amount of classes someone can take in college?
It might depend on the school but I don't really know?
#picking-classes
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Could you change your major on your fourth year of college?
If you change your major on your last year, will you have to make up more years?
#not-trynna-be-in-college-for-more-than-4-years
#career-change
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What is the most amount of financial aid (money) that an individual can receive?
#makeitrain #finance #financial-aid #money #college #fafsa
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What if all the things you’re interested in aren’t available in just one college?
#dontknowwhattodowithmylife #college #college-decisions #choosing-a-major
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whats the first step in owning your own business?
#business-intelligence
#business
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What is it about college that makes it so expensive?
I mean, it's basically living at school with more quality food, but why does it cost thousands a year? #make-money
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Do i need to go to a preforming arts school to be more successful as an actor?
For as long as i can remember i wanted to be an actor, I've done auditions before, been in plays and felt really good about myself. Now that I'm close to becoming a senior i'm not sure what to do with my future in college. So what i'm asking is, is it a step that i need to take to be a Film...
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what are the specific steps to become a mechanical engineer?
I love working on cars. I would love to follow these specific steps in order to become a mechanical engineer and work in the environment with cars. I see myself as a mechanic in my life, but I would love to learn a little bit more about the process to become one. #mechanical-engineering...
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Journalism in the Fashion Industry
I want to go into journalism for fashion as a career. Where should I start as a student in the tenth grade? #Fashion #journalism #fashion-journalism
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Does empathy play a role in the work feild? emp
I am asking due to the fact the it is common that work conflicts can occur in any given situation no matter the job. Us as humans do not usually pay attention to the fact that our tone in voice or the structure of out sentences via email or verbally can have drastic impacts on our daily lives....
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How can I get into the work study program?
I’m gonna need a job immediately when I go to #college otherwise I won’t be able to pay. I emailed administration about it but never got a reply. Should I email them again? #work #career
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Can I make a living in majoring in dance?
My passion is dance its my whole life. It’s how I’m able to express myself to people without actually having to talk. I want to major in dance so much but my family says it’s unrealistic and I’ll have no future. What should I do?? #dance
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Will an introvert be successful in gettinga degree in business?
My dream is to become a ceo for a company, but I’m a very quiet person and I don’t know if i will be able to have successful career in business since I don’t talk. I see shows of business people and there always giving presentations and talking in front of bigwudiences and I’m willing to try...
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Where do I go for support?
Where am I able to find support when I am falling behind in a class or do not understand something? I have decided to go to a larger college and I'm worried about feeling lost and alone. Will there be peer mentors or professor mentors that will be able to help guide me to make the most...
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What was it like adjusting to a larger classroom?
I'm used to relatively small and quiet classes. I want to know what the transition is like and how you adapted to it. Was it harder to learn in large auditoriums and was it difficult to hear and understand the professor? #college-advice #classroom #learning
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Can I be a doctor and be clueless in math?
I have always struggled in the math department whenever I was in school. Now as a senior and knowing that I want to pursue medicine, I feel scared to face the math requirements medical school has for prospective students. Should I give up on my dreams, suck it up and magically become better at...
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What can I do as a high school student to encourage more girls to pursue STEM fields in the future?
I am currently a senior in high school and I am interested in studying STEM in college. I realize that women in the STEM field are far and few between, so what can I do as an individual to help more girls explore STEM fields in school?
#women-in-stem #math #science #engineering #technology
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What are the differences between education at a public university and a private university, if any?
Many teens struggle to decide between attending a public or a private university. Should one be valued more than the other? If so, why? Personally, I believe it depends on the major one is pursuing.
#public #private #university #cost #value #major
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How important is travel to becoming educated, intellectual and well- rounded?
It always seems as if the most interesting and thought- provoking people that I meet are those who have traveled the world and had many experiences. Do you think traveling is essential to becoming the most educated, influential and intellectual person one can be? #travel #education #importance...
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What’s the best way to prepare to have a roommate?
At home I have my own room and it is my safe haven. I’m an introvert. I love spending time with other people, but I need the time to recharge and take a break every day in order to keep myself going. In college I will have at least one roommate if not two or three. I’m doing my best to find a...
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Am I going to be happy with my career choice?
I’m only 18 and a senior in high school. I’m young and every day I learn more about myself and my interests, challenges, and strengths. However, this coming fall I’m going to college to pursue a degree in nursing. As much as I feel confident in this choice now, I worry that this will change....
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How do I get over the fear of having to meet new people in college?
I am very committed to the close friends that I currently have, and I’m really scared about having to start all over with that. I don’t know how to start conversations with new people or how to make sure I don’t just lock myself away and not talk to anyone... tips? #friends
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What classes can I take to learn more about Greek and Roman Mythology in college
I’ve been very interested in Greek Mythology for a few years now, and I would love to learn more about it, but I have no idea what types of classes would teach about that sort of stuff #greekmythology
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Is getting scholarships hard?
I have applied for so many scholarships so far and I am scared I won't get any scholarships and have to pay a huge amount of debt. #scholarships #money
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What is it like to be a surgeon?
I have wanted to become a surgeon since I was 6, how is it to save lives? DO you see new things everyday? #medicine #surgeon
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What is it like being a Pediatric Surgeon?
I want to become a pediatric surgeon when I am older and I want to know how other surgeons feel about their job. If they get close to the kids and how they feel to give kids another chance and save their lives. #medicine #pediatric-surgeon
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Why does it matter what college you go to?
If we are getting the same degree in different colleges, whats the point of going to a state college rather than an Ivy League college? #college #career-decisions
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If I'm going into a major that I don't know that I really like, what should I do?
I put the major I would want on my application as Physics but I don't think it'll be the right major for me but I don't know what major is the right one for me.
#choosing-major #college-major #college-bound
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What advice do you have for writers who do not have writing as their full-time job?
I have always loved books and stories, and writing is one of the biggest things that I want to "do" in my life. However, I know that it is not practical to assume that as soon as I graduate college, I will publish a best-selling novel and be set for life. I am definitely prepared to get a...
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What is involved in becoming a freelance editor?
I love writing, and I enjoy helping others make their writing better as well, so when I heard a talk on freelance editing, I thought "This sounds like something I could do!" However, although I feel confident that I could do the actual editing part, I don't know much about how I would get...
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what are some minor studies that would enhance biomedical engineering major?
#engineering #biomedical-engineering
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In the Northeast, what are the top comapnies for prosthetic design?
#technology #engineering #prosthetics
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