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Jada Aug 31 1403 views

Question from a 9th grader: How did you get started in your career, and what choices helped you the most?

Hello! I am a 14-year-old 9th-grade student from the United States. For a school assignment, I am exploring potential future career paths and learning about what it takes to succeed in the professional world. I have a wide range of interests right now, including therapy/mental health, law...

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shania Aug 22 1003 views

Any advice for a rising High School Senior?

I start my senior year soon! What are some things you wish you did, or would advise someone on to do. Can be anything

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shania Aug 22 3450 views

What is the best way to list your extracurriculars on the activty section for common app?

I am not sure what way to explain my extracurriculars on the activity section, it is only 100-150 characters so I have to be brief, do I mention specific details on what I did? I would appreciate any advice on what is the best way to list & approach while staying brief. I have done interns,...

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Patience Aug 04 2664 views

How to get from PharmD to bench work drug synthesis?

As a high school senior, my current plan is to enter a 6 year PharmD program, then either go into a fellowship or a PhD program (in Organic Chemistry, perhaps) to secure the relevant qualifications for the R&D work I want to do. However, I'm very hesitant about the PharmD portion, as I am...

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Patience Aug 04 1834 views

Would a BSc in Chemistry from an Ivy League be more attractive to employer & PhD programs than a BSc (BSPS) in Pharmaceutical Sciences from another good school?

As it stands, I have a few great schools in mind for a BSPS that I think I stand a good chance of getting into (ex. Northeastern University, University of Pittsburg, University of Michigan at Ann Arbor). However, I've hesitated to add any Ivy Leagues to my college list because none of them...

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Patience Aug 03 1526 views

How To "Secure" A PhD program?

I'm fairly certain I'll have to pursue a PhD after my undergrad degree in order to do the pharma R&D I dream about. What can undergrad today do to better their chances of finding a professor to take them on? Beyond undergrad research, what kinds of opportunities exist to establish yourself in...

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Patience Aug 03 626 views

Is BSPS + Organic Chem PhD a strong profile for Big Pharma Work?

What are the logistics of doing a BSPS followed immediately by a PhD in Organic Chemistry? Would an OrgoChem PhD would be more advantageous than a MedChem PhD towards securing a bench job in big pharma? Is a BSPS a good undergrad degree to support that? I'm inclined towards it in order to leave...

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Patience Aug 02 1170 views

What Can You Do With A BSPS?

What quality of job (pay & technicality) can one expect with solely a Bachelors of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences? Is it worth it/feasible to work (primarily to afford further education), or should one just go straight for a graduate degree in something else (ex. Medicinal Chemistry) and...

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Maria Jul 02 782 views

How can I connect early childhood education to psychology and criminal justice?

I am interested mainly in early childhood education as it fits in with work i have done but also psychology. What can I work towards and what is a good career path for me?

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Quinn Jul 02 720 views

Where should I work if I want to be a pastry chef?

I’ve always loved baked desserts and I really want to go into a career I like instead of rotting at a desk job. Which type of job should I start with to work my way upwards?

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shania Jun 30 1062 views

If I do research with a professor how can I use this purpose to make a greater impact ?

I am doing research in stem and I want to make an impact with the knowledge I learn, what are some ideas I can lean on to, which will reach a greater audience specifically? any advice and guidance will be appreciated!

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Jeaneille Jun 28 1303 views

Advice on getting into Security Awareness or Technical writer ?

I am a recent Cybersecurity graduate looking to break into Security Awareness and Human Risk Management, I am looking for advice on the most strategic entry-to-junior level roles to target. Specifically, would it be more effective to build foundational skills as a Technical Writer to master...

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jack Jun 02 932 views

I want to do something in forensics. Where I work in crime scenes and study the reason for death, but I don't want to go to college for more than 8 years what should I do.?

Junior here

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shania May 31 3234 views

How can I become a CNA ( without any expensive funds) as a 17 year old who's school doesn't offer CNA classes, & with limited resources ? My local community college offers it but it cost almost 2000$, any opportunities!?

I want to become a CNA / take classes and have a license, to build up for my devotion for healthcare / nursing in the future. I truly believe this experience will give me the expertise and help me to where I want to be! I appreciate any help and advice.

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shania May 21 1313 views

Where to start my passion project and how can it reach a greater audiance ?

I have been wanting to start a biomedical engineering or medical related passion project especially since I started a BME club at my highschool this year and wanted to take it farther in making a impact. Something I want to do is fill the gap in healthcare knowledge among students and young...

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