Putnam, Connecticut

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

I"m curious when a college student should start looking for internships. #internships

My degree will be a Bachelors of Music with only room for a few liberal arts classes. I hope to get advice on what courses are good to round out my knowledge. #vocalperformance

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...

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...

Which jobs can be exciting, which really require you to be exposed to new situations and use critical thinking skills? But be high paying as well? #money #high-paying #job-search

I’m concerned for the future in which it seems as if machines will take over the world. Which professions are likely to not become obsolete due to machines? #technology

Finding a job is hard in this day and age even with all this newfound technology. What are some websites you swear by?
#job-search

Headed to college in Fall 2018. Any tips on staying focused and studying efficiently?
#studying

I’m a first generation college student seeking scholarships. It seems there’s been a decline in scholarships awarded for that purpose and was wondering if anybody knows a really good website for them. Thanks! #first-generation-college-students #first-generation-college-students- #college...

I was just on Cappex and there’s a lot but they’re really bad when filtering with all my info. Just spent 30 min removing Hawaiian scholarships. Únigo is supposed to be good. Anyone know any others?
#scholarships

I'm not sure exactly what I want to do with my degree when I get out of college, but I know Mechanical Engineering is the broadest of the engineering disciplines. There are other majors at my school that I could have chosen, like Robotics Engineering or Aerospace, but I don't want to limit...

As a female looking to go into a STEM field, I'd like to get a little insight into how much of a minority women will be. #women-in-stem #stem

With dual-degree programs and different partnerships at colleges, I'd like to know more experiences in getting an engineering degree at a liberal arts college. #engineering #liberal-arts #women-in-stem

Looking for opportunities in coldwater fisheries.

#fishing #fishery #fisheries #fisheries-science

I am looking for scholarships in the environmental/conservation/coldwater fisheries genre.
#fishing #biology #scholarships #financial-aid

I am an adult-learner entering an entirely new field of employment. I am a paralegal student and am beginning to put together a portfolio. Samples of my writing will be included (case brief, legal memo, client letter, etc.), but I would like to know if it is appropriate for me to include...

For an adult-learner with no prior work experience in the legal field, but completing a Certificate in Paralegal Studies, what specific life skills might I use as transferable skills both on my resume and during an interview? #paralegal #legal #law #women-in-law

I am currently a student in the Middlesex Community College, Certificate in Paralegal Studies program and will need to secure an internship for myself in the coming semester. I am in need of guidance as to the best way to get an attorney to agree to allow me to perform paralegal duties and not...

I came across this site http://www.mission-humanitaire-afrique.org/tourisme-solidaire-voyage-humanitaire/ for going on a volunteering trip. Is voyage trip really beneficial?
#voyagehumanitaire #missionhumanitaire #volunteering #nonprofits #humanitarian #humanitarian-relief

I am exploring the digital media/social media aspect in the nonprofit sector and wish to understand the career path in this field. What kind of skills are required if one is starting out fresh in this line? #social-media-marketing #social-media #digital-marketing...

I am currently pursuing my MS in Nonprofit Management and exploring my various career options in this sector. #nonprofits #non-profit-organization-management #non-profit-management #fundraising #education-management

It's an option on common app. these advisors are just academic teachers and are writing my recs. #college #college-admissions #college-recruiting #higher-education

I want to be a vet and I know I have to attend college for a total of 8 years to achieve this goal. I want to start saving my money, but there is not a lot of income for a teen my age. #college #money

A lot of people apply for scholarships online, so I want to know that if I apply for a scholarship, what are the chances of me getting it? What are some better ways that I can get a scholarship?
#scholarship

There's not much information online about how to add in special circumstances like this. #fafsa #financial-aid #college-admissions #financial-planning

When you're unable to attend school for any reason (financial, etc) how do you continue to study and learn more about yourself and the world? #RealLife #e-learning #learning #self-improvement

I'm a junior in high school. I have a pretty decent GPA and I have all A's. I've done a tone of program like internships abroad at hospitals and labs and I'm currently doing a leadership program with Princeton and a mentor-ship program with a pharmaceutical company called Novartis. I'm in 5...

I am struggling with what I want to study and then do after college because so much appeals to me, but I do not know what to do. Right now, I am looking to possibly transfer schools because one school offers more options for me to explore, but I also love what I am studying at my school now....

its really hard to get forensic related jobs die to the closure of the Birmingham forensic services and most forensic jobs require experience of which the majority of university leavers will not have. #forensic #recruiting #recruitment

These questions are normally asked in graduate training scheme? #college #human-resources #recruiting #human

Hi! I have an interview for an office assistant with the Computer Science department at my school. I was wondering if there was anything in particular I could do to help myself stand out from any competition? Even just general interview tips would help me right now.. Job Description: Help with...

I took an online words per minute typing test a few times, and got between 85 and 90 each time. Is this a good speed? Is this something I can put on my resume? #career-counseling #resume #resume-writing #evaluating-resumes

I'm trying to figure out what to do with my summer, with the knowledge that I have to pay for my own housing and all my living expenses. I'm a college freshman, so the internship probably wouldn't pay me too much more than a regular minimum wage job. Another possible option would be to stay in...

I've taken the SAT once, during june of my Sophomore year. I am planning on taking it again, but I am not sure what time (or how many times) I should take it this year.

My latest score is in the 1300's range.

Thank you for your help,
Jeffery P

#college #college-major #college-bound #sat #exam

I think that by taking Drama I may gain some insights film making (acting, blocking, lights, etc). However, what role can Drama play in helping me become a better potential film maker #film-production #film-acting #video-production #drama #stage-management #studio-lighting

I am very interested in an engineering career and I want to know some great advice for a female in this industry. #engineering #mechanical-engineering #aerospace-engineering #chemical-engineering #industrial-engineering #nuclear-engineering

I know I want to pursue a career in engineering, I'm just not sure which one is right for me and don't know the best ways to figure out which one I'd be most successful in. #engineering #mechanical-engineering #civil-engineering #electrical-engineering #aerospace-engineering...

I am being recruited to run cross country and track in college and also will major in nursing. One coach flat out told me that nursing student runners do not last, but every other coach has not had a problem. I am looking to find advice from actual students. #nursing #nurse #registered-nurses...

I am looking for advice and what to expect once going to college for nursing. #nursing #college-major #nurse

I want to be a Forensics DNA Analyst but I would like to know if there is a need for this type of occupation. #forensics #biologist

I think I want to pursue this career but I need to know what kind of degree I would need to obtain. #scientist #forensics #biologist

With a forensic science major, I intend to work with trace evidence, but I can't determine which job would allow me to do so. I know of Forensic Anthropologists, Blood Splatter Technicians, Entomologists, etc. but I don't know which of these (and the rest) I would need to work as to be able to...

I intend to major in forensic science (biology, not chemistry), but even after quite a lot of research, I'm finding it quite difficult figuring out what exactly one does if they have biology as the concentration (for the major). I prefer biology over chemistry, so I'm just wondering if a major...

I want to major in computer science, but am #undecided as to what I actually want to do.

I am going into CIS but not sure exactly what I want to do after graduating with a masters degree. #computer-science #computer-programmer

For some industries, graduate school is more important that others. I may consider taking a graduate program over the years once I finish undergraduate school. However, after undergraduate school what's the best route? #film #entertainment #film-production #movies #cinematography #film-editing

At my school, all the seniors have to do a senior project. As a Junior who is interested in majoring in film and animation, I do not know whether to make my senior project Career Exploration or a new skill. Which one would be best? A note: Students at my school have different opinions on...

Some people apply to a lot of colleges while others apply to just one. What's the difference? #college #college-admissions #applying

I really hate all the restrictions I have on myself as a premed. Basically all the things I did to get into college (fancy extracurriculars, stellar grades, 20+ applications, standardized testing, etc.) I have to do again to get into med school- but with a job on top of it. And I'm majoring in...