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What’s the best way to break into medical sales?
I am a class of 26' Sports Medicine major with current working experience in student admissions, Greek life, and as a medical assistant intern. I’m passionate about healthcare, strong in public speaking, and love working with people — but I don’t have a traditional sales background. What steps...

How does an economics major get into financial planning Additionally, is it realistic and/or common to go to law school after getting an undergraduate degree in economics? #Spring25?
- senior in high school
- attending a uc, majoring in economics
- interested in law school but also finance
- not directly certain about career goals
- first generation college student

How do I prevent future burnout from a career I worked so hard for?#Spring25
I have goals of furthering my education in a career I am passionate about. However, I am worried about the possible burnout I could receive, fearing that a career I once loved, will end up being a waste of money. I would like to know what tips or practices you've set in place to prevent such...

How do you start networking with others while in college?
Hello, Im currently a second-year undergrad. My question is how do you get started with networking while in college to ensure you have connections after graduating? Everybody says how important it is but i'm not sure how to start. #Spring25

How has your online bachelors degree helped you in your career?
Has anyone had any push back from having an online bachelors degree? I'm in my early 50's and want to get an online bachelors degree in education and eventually a masters degree. I only need 60 units. I already have an associate's degree in early childhood education.

Is the ROI of a college eduction plummeting because of AI, outsourcing, and sky-high debt?
We don’t know the ceiling on artificial intelligence. Are we bottle-necked 1x, 2x, or 50+x from here? How long until we reach AGI? People go into six figures debt for degrees, including in traditionally high ROI fields like engineering, and still struggle to land a job. If things keeps scaling...

How can I encourage myself to put myself out there?
I will be majoring in Songwriting at Belmont University next year and am worried I won't be able to find my friends in a new place! What is the best way to meet new people? I am definitally an introvert and have a hard time encouraging myself to put myself out there!

What are some tips for med school?
What are the key things medical schools are looking for when looking at applicants? I'm curious what stands out.

What is the best way to absorb information as a student who forgets important things quickly?
Ever since I was younger, I have had a difficult time remembering important information. It hasn't affected me throughout high school greatly, but I am worried for how it might affect me in College.

How can I turn my passion for policy into real impact in law or nonprofits? #Spring 25
As a Public Policy major and Spanish minor at USC, I’m especially drawn to work that uplifts communities through education, legal advocacy, and nonprofit programs. I’m eager to learn how others have navigated similar paths, whether through law school, policy work, or grassroots leadership, and...

How do you network/make connections with college professors in schools with large classroom sizes? #Spring25
I'm a high school senior planning on attending UC Berkeley with film and media studies major! I'd love to work in PR or marketing for the entertainment industry. I've heard that making connections and networking is key to getting jobs in this industry, so I was wondering how I can do that while...

Is it still safe to pursue a career within the FBI? #Spring25
With all the turmoil happening in DC and with many government agencies being dismantle, is it wise to pursue a career within the FBI. I am a high school senior planning to major in Chemistry/Forensic Science with the hopes of landing a career in the FBI however I am nervous if there will be any...

How do I become an actress as a beginner?
I am a Film student focusing on cinematography, but I also have a passion for acting but I am not sure how to pursue it.

To be a biotechnologist what should I do in high school
A Plan to get into Ivy League as a major in biotechnology

How do I put myself out there in the art world as an aspiring Illustrator?
#Spring25 I'm about to transfer to CSUF and try to get into their illustration program because of my love for storytelling. I want to do concept design and art for creative projects as well as be able to make comics of my own. I want to know what I can do to make these dreams a reality.
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