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Darnell Jul 24, 2018 970 views

Is it easier to study by yourself or with a group of people?

I have a lot of smart friends, but am so used to studying alone. How do the college students study?
#study

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Carolyn Jul 17, 2018 1464 views

Any advice for paying off student loans or budgeting during school/ early in your career?

Any advice for paying off student loans or budgeting during school/ early in your career? #financialadvice

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Carolyn Jul 17, 2018 1144 views

How can you determine if an advanced degree is right for you and your career goals?

How can you determine if an advanced degree is right for you and your career goals? #masters

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Diana Jul 13, 2018 5662 views

what are some good study tips useful for big exams?

#exams #studying

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Diana Jul 13, 2018 729 views

where to find scholarships for current college students?

#scholarships

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Dimetrius Jul 11, 2018 1497 views

Should I go straight through to my PhD?

Should I get my masters and work while getting my PhD, or should I go straight through and get my PhD, interning along the way? Which way gets me more experience, and which would insure that I will have a job?

#social-work #PhD #internship #masters #PhD #MSW

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Dimetrius Jul 11, 2018 1556 views

Should my personality type dictate my career?

In school, we had to take personality tests to find our 'perfect career fits'. For the Myers-Briggs test, I got INTP (Introvert iNtuitive Thinking Perception), which is not known for its empathy. While it is true that I am not the most socially adept, nor am I the best at expressing (true)...

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Alex Jul 07, 2018 947 views

As a music educator, what strategies do you use to deal with problems such as upset parents/students, difficulty with the school administration, self-doubt, etc.?

#music #education #college #school #music-education

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Alex Jul 07, 2018 1496 views

How do you avoid burnout (even if the work/studying you're doing is something you love)?

Specific info pertaining to a career in music education would help, but all answers from different areas of expertise are welcome #musiced #burnout #college #career

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Eimee Jul 06, 2018 1173 views

Can fashion designers sell their designs to companies with no ties afterwards?

I onced saw this on a Korean drama where a girl would sell her fashion designs to companies and they would pay her in return. It looked like the company was only interested in the design and wanted the designer to handed down the rigthst to own her design. I am just curious whether this...

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Eimee Jul 06, 2018 1034 views

Where are some good schools or intership places to study/learn more about haute couture?

Ever since I discored Michael Cinco's haute coture fashion designs, I have developed a love for the way he eleganltyl creates and decorates his dresses. They are very unique and intrique to look at which is why I think I have evolve this intertest in learning more about this type of fashion...

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Tea Jun 15, 2018 880 views

What should be a part of an artist statement?

I have been slowly improving on my artist statement that I started writing for high school but I keep getting different information about what an artist statement should consist of.
Is there a general criteria for artist statements?

#artist

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Emma May 31, 2018 2068 views

Are internships vital in later landing a good job?

I have lots of friends with internships unrelated to their majors, interests, and future career goals but they think it will look good on resumes later on. Do you recommend I get any internship I can get just for the sake of having a full resume?

#internships #resume

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Emma May 31, 2018 755 views

What is the importance of choosing a specific major when it comes to larger career fields?

I am personally interested in anything related to documentary, journalism, creative writing, and English, but don't know what job I want yet. What do you suggest I pick for my major in order to allow for the largest possible career options down the road? I know a lot of people end up doing...

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Maribel May 31, 2018 1016 views

What can I do to maximize my chances of getting into medical school and, in the case that I am not accepted, what is the next step I can take?

I am a rising college sophomore looking to attend medical school post-graduation. I have read that medical schools are interested in many things including MCAT scores, GPA, extracurricular activities, letters of recommendation, ability to answer interview questions, etc. I am, therefore,...

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Maribel May 31, 2018 924 views

What does a normal day for a forensic pathologist look like?

I am a college student with the intention of becoming a forensic pathologist. I have researched the career and am aware of the courses I must take, the schooling required, and the description of what the job entails; however, I am having a hard time finding what it is forensic pathologists face...

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Sebastian May 30, 2018 1002 views

Do you think poor artist skills should discourage someone from pursing a career in fashion?

#artist #fashion-design #fashion #career-options

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Sebastian May 30, 2018 2132 views

What are some internships involved with fashion design?

#fashion-design #fashion #fashion-shows #apparel-and-fashion #fashion-merchandising

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Thomas May 30, 2018 1071 views

What is the best way to make money while at college? A job or work study?

#money #work

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Thomas May 30, 2018 2025 views

What are the highest paying jobs that an international relations major can attain?

#major #internationalrelations

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Tea May 27, 2018 1108 views

What can you do to change a older students attitude towards a class?

During middle school and high school, students tend not to like certain classes and this continues to the end of the year. What can a teacher do to help these students become interested enough in the class that they participate #high-school-classes #classes #high-school and do the class work?...

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Tea May 27, 2018 2057 views

How do you start your own Daycare?

I want to know the basic requirements to having your own daycare. For example, do you need a degree? How do you recruit people to work there? How do you get the parents to trust your new daycare? How much does it cost to start a daycare? Should I consider getting a degree in Business?...

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Shani May 23, 2018 1091 views

Where are the best places to look for scholarships?

#INTERNATIONALSTUDENT
#MUSIC

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Jimena May 23, 2018 1039 views

What do you most enjoy about being a pediatrician?

I'm considering Pediatrics as my career choice in the future and I would like to know what is the best part of being a pediatrician. I would also like to know what advice you would give to someone who is interested in becoming a pediatrician. #pediatrics #pediatrician #medicine #doctor...

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Jimena May 23, 2018 1283 views

What are some of the challenges of being a pediatrician? What would you consider to be the hardest thing about being a pediatrician and how does it impact your life?

I'm considering Pediatrics as my career choice in the future and I would like to know how being a pediatric provides challenges to one's lifestyle or daily routine. #pediatrics #pediatrician #doctor #medicine #healthcare #hospital-and-healthcare

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Paul May 16, 2018 1298 views

Are there any test or exams to become a PNP?

#pediatric-nurse-practitioner #medical-field #medicine #nurse #nursing

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Kristin May 11, 2018 2135 views

Has it become easier for women to get jobs in technology?

Seems like it was a struggle for women to break into the industry for a while. #women-in-tech #web-applications

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Kristin May 11, 2018 1285 views

How did women in technology stay focused and motivated in college?

I'm asking because I will be starting my Freshman year majoring in Information Technology in Fall 2018. #women-in-tech #web-applications

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Marco May 09, 2018 695 views

Where are reliable places I can look for internships?

I just wanted to start looking for some before I started school and was just wondering which websites are the best.
#internships

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Marco May 08, 2018 929 views

What are some important skills to have as a film major?

What can I do to position myself as of right now before I go on to film school in order to set myself up to what to expect.
#film

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Caroline May 06, 2018 1015 views

Potential Scholarships

What are some scholarships I can apply to? #collegeisexpensive #wothit

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Caroline May 06, 2018 1344 views

Social Work

What is your best piece of advice for those going beginning their Master's in Social Work? #grad-school #graduate-school #masters #social-work

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Caroline May 06, 2018 952 views

What are the most important qualities employers look for in interviewees?

I have many interviews coming up for internships and potential jobs, and I want to know how to "wow" everyone I interview with. #employment-opportunities #bethebest

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Precious Apr 26, 2018 1294 views

What is some advice a Pre-Vet major can give me?

I'm going to college to become a veterinarian, and I'm curious.
#veterinary

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Precious Apr 26, 2018 1019 views

What university should I choose?

I've been accepted into 6 out of 8 colleges, but I want to choose the right one.

#decisions

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Anna Apr 24, 2018 1302 views

What steps should I take to get accepted into Dental School? Any good recommendations?

I am currently going to Hygiene School. However, my dream is to become a Pediatric Dentist. Due to lack monetary struggles, my first step was hygiene school. I plan to apply for Dental School but I don't know what steps to take, I heard it is very difficult for acceptance. Is that correct?...

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Anna Apr 24, 2018 1416 views

Is it true that a Dental Hygienist can open their own practice?

I am attending a hygiene program and I've read many article stating that hygienists can open their own practice in Colorado. I was just wondering if that was entirely true? I
#business-management #dental-practice #dental-hygienist #teeth #business #dental #dentist #dentistry #business

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Anna Apr 24, 2018 1338 views

What are the steps to become a Dentist?

I am currently going to Hygiene School. However, my dream is to become a Pediatric Dentist. Due to lack monetary struggles, my first step was hygiene school. I plan to apply for Dental School but I don't know what steps to take.
#dentistry #dds #pediatric-dentistry #teeth #dental-school

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Jason Apr 23, 2018 2124 views

Is it worth it to get a double or even a triple major?

It is theoretically good to have more than one major because it translates into more job opportunities. However, the tuition and time needed increases significantly and for the most part, a job would only require one major.

#college-major , #double-major , #college-advice

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Jason Apr 23, 2018 1120 views

How important is it to get a job or internship going into college as a freshman?

I want to decide what my priorities are in college. A job is a good source of money and may even be beneficial towards one's future career. On the contrary however, it may hinder my studies if I am too immersed in my job/internship.

#college-jobs #college-bound

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Anisa Apr 23, 2018 960 views

Scholarships or educational grants?

My guardian's income is less than $10,000 and I know that in order to go to any 4 year college I will need a lot of money somehow. I can't soley rely on my part-time job, financial aid, or merit based scholarships alone. So is it better to invest my time into educational grants or award...

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Anisa Apr 23, 2018 1035 views

Do students from private or public schools have a high chance of getting into selective colleges?

I'm considering transfering out of my high school, a private high school, but I am wondering if it will hurt me later on. I want to be homeschooled and get my education through an online high school to graduate early. But will that affect my chances of getting into a very selective school such...

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Cathy Apr 22, 2018 1094 views

If I plan on going into Social Services, what would I need to study and what exactly does it entail?

#socialservices ##collegemajor

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Jorge Apr 20, 2018 990 views

What is the best way to pay for my college?

There are multiple ways including bank loans, federal loans, financial aid, scholarships subsidized and subsidized loans, etc and I am not sure which is the best.
#finance #college #financial-aid #scholarships #loans #fafsa

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Jorge Apr 20, 2018 1256 views

How do I find a job after graduating from college?

I have heard that graduates struggle to get hired and work at jobs they are over qualified for. #after-college

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Cathy Apr 20, 2018 759 views

Which one is more beneficial to devote your time to?

Does having a part-time job matter to #college or do they prefer it if you're more involved in school activities?

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Noelle Apr 19, 2018 1000 views

What are some good techniques for writing scholarship essays?

I am a sophomore in High School and I need some help writing my scholarship essays. What tips and tricks do you all have?
#scholarships

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Noelle Apr 19, 2018 1436 views

What are some good study routines?

I am a sophomore in High School and I was wondering what are your method for studying for finals and AP tests
#APtest #finals #ap #testing #studying #study-skills

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Adrian Apr 18, 2018 878 views

Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science?

I'm interested in all 3 majors, but which one would be best? Which one has more jobs with a better salary? How many years of study would I be needing?
#college-major #college

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Adrian Apr 18, 2018 749 views

Should I reach for Ivy League schools?

I'm first-generation and minority with parents that don't speak English. If I were to reach for such advanced institution, I will be promising a better future for my descendants... right? Do I really want to overwhelm myself in High School in an attempt to get accepted to one of these schools?...

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