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Samantha Sep 14, 2019 1262 views

Need advice-feel zoned out all the time and worried about failing

So, I'm in my 2nd year of college. I almost got suspended semester and I'm ashamed of myself. And I worry it may really happen and I feel so silly. I'd describe my problem as being..zoned out? And I'm not sure how to stop it. I can't even read half the time. I know how to read, but when I try...

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Samantha Sep 20, 2018 1285 views

Will a 2-year degree limit me in the culinary arts field?

I've decided to major in culinary arts at a 2 year school. I know trade-like programs are often 2 years long and fare well, but culinary arts seems to go both ways, 2 years or 4. Here in Maine, there simply aren't any 4 year culinary arts programs, although I've considered transferring to a...

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Samantha Aug 14, 2018 1359 views

Feeling indecisive-how'd you decide on your major?

I'm basically torn between graphic design, culinary arts and nutrition. My college doesn't offer minors. Since I took graphic design at vocational school and liked it pretty well, I'm thinking about continuing and learning more. But realistically, I don't do as much drawing as I used to,...

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Samantha Jul 25, 2018 1028 views

How much is a certificate from technical school worth?

Senior year of high school, I took graphic design at a technical school and earned two certificates, one rating my skills and one for passing this big test. Those who went to technical/vocational school in high school, how useful were those certificates when landing a job? #vocationalschool...

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Samantha Jul 22, 2018 1220 views

How do you focus better in school with your mind racing?

I usually test well, but I often times can't concentrate, and I don't want that to hurt me when I start college. It's not always things around me, but just my thoughts distracting me. If I'm feeling really inspired it can help me work faster. But I'm not quite sure what to do in the heat of...

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Gautam Jan 17, 2018 809 views

Is it possible to get an internship at the end of the freshman year summer?

I'm a freshman majoring in computer science and economics. I'd like to do an internship this summer but I've heard that that's very difficult to get. What specific skills and classes should I take to help secure an internship in, e.g., a consulting company? #internships

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Gautam Jan 17, 2018 990 views

What are the opportunities for someone majoring in computer science and economics?

I am a freshman and am interested in pursuing both computer science and economics. I took classes in these in my high school and really enjoyed them. I'd now like to get a sense of what are the job opportunities. #career

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