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How can biomedical engineering make a difference in the world with coding involved?
I am currently in high school and am in 12th grade. I'm applying to colleges currently and looking for different scholarships. I'm planning to pursue a field in something that involves computer programming with a combination of medical. So, I am interested in pursuing biomedical engineering...
What are the best study methods for remembering a lot of information, for a long time, not just until the test?
I'm a high school senior looking to go to nursing school, where I know I'll need to learn a lot of information, and later in my career be able to recall any of it at any time. The problem is, a month or two after the test, I have trouble remembering all of the information I learned. I've tried...
What aspects of college life should I prioritize? How can those aspects help me after college for both professional and social settings? #Fall25
I am currently taking a gap year playing soccer in Spain and will be playing in college next year. As a student-athlete, I am curious about what I should focus on off the field as I am looking for as many opportunities to express myself throughout my college career.
What position in the medical field would be the best fit for me?
I am a Senior in High School and this is something i have been reflecting on deeply. I know that healthcare is truly where my heart is, but i am still searching for a specific path that aligns with who i am. I hope to work with both adults and children, and i consider patience, compassion and...
What sort of issues could I run into with getting a job with a major in government and politics while federal jobs are being cut? Could this still impact me for my graduation year in 2028?
I am somewhat worried that after I graduate from college, I will have issues with finding a job for myself amid federal job cuts. This issue is also prevalent in my family, since my father was cut from his job in the state department.
What is the best path to take to becoming a child life specialist in a hospital #Fall25?
I'm a senior in high school with a passion for working with children. I'm set on helping children in a counseling role, and being a child life specialist is my dream job, however the field isn't very popular and is hard to find guidance in. My intended college major is child development/early...
How do I study with a textbook/ what are the assignments like in college
I’m a dual enrollment student but my study skills aren’t the best. I’m going into college next year and in one of my recent classes in high school I actually, learned that I like to review and answer questions or practice questions. In dual enrollment we don’t get much practice questions,...
How can we improve health practices or get better at them?
I’m interested in going to medical school to become a psychiatrist, one day hoping for my own private practice. I have often heard many stories about medical professionals not helping patients or advocating for them. How do you think we can improve health practices for the community and what...
How can I stand out in a scholarship application?
I am applying for scholarships to help pay for my college. However, I'm worried that I won't stand out to those selecting the winners. What are a couple ways I could make my applications better to stand out more.
##Fall25 What is the top list of minors to pair with a major in Finance?
Beyond my interests, I'm looking for an expert list of minors to pair with Finance in this economy. There are articles suggesting that a lot of Finance jobs will go away with AI. Trying to prepare myself.
How can I prepare for a future FBI career while studying forensic examination at WVU, and how do I find internships as a freshman?
I’m a freshman at West Virginia University, majoring in forensic examination, and I’m interested in a future career with the FBI. I don’t have much experience yet, but I’m passionate about crime scene investigation and forensic science. I want advice on what classes, skills, internships, or...
How can I tell if a scholarship is worth the time or if a scholarship is suspicious? ?
Hi! I only started to look through scholarships recently, but I've been having a hard time telling which scholarship will help me the most. I already know that there are websites such as Fastweb or Scholarshop360 that can help me find them, however many of the scholarships are "no-essay" based...
How often do people change their majors and future plans?
I feel like I've always had a different idea till I decided to study business, but I'm afraid it may change again. Is this common?
When originating from underserved communities, in what ways can you actively be contributing to it while still building yourself/career. My entire purpose is to serve and contribute to the growth of our environment, however, funding and resources are essential to doing so effectively. How do I feed into my passion and build my professional mechanics simultaneously?
When originating from underserved communities, in what ways can you actively be contributing to it while still building yourself/career.? My entire purpose is to serve and contribute to the growth of our environment, however, funding and resources are essential to doing so effectively. How do I...
Is computer science worth it?
Im not that interested in computer science but i know its a growing domain and that i could make a lot of money in it, is it worth it? I think im going to go into cybersecurity exactly but im unsure if the money is worth my time behind a screen and a desk.
What can I do to prepare for college What can I do to organize/plan what I do in high school and 8th grade so that good schools will accept me? Finally, I want to became a sports medicine physician, are there any steps I can take to get there that I can start right now??
What can I do to prepare for college? What can I do to organize/plan what I do in high school and 8th grade so that good schools will accept me? Finally, I want to became a sports medicine physician, are there any steps I can take to get there that I can start right now? I am in 8th grade and I...
How can I study to pass my CNa asap
I'd like help to pass my CNa computer test and CNA skills test. Also pass the casas for phlebotomy at udc
How can a high schooler get clinical experience ?
How should I contacting doctors/clinics I'm unfamiliar with for a shadowing opportunity, volunteering, etc. Are there any other ways I can get experience? Hospitals and clinics in my area don't usually allow high school shadowing, volunteering at hospitals is also hard to get because of the...
can I study business, architecture and a bachelor of fine arts in one go ?
I want to create my business, but I also love architecture and am deeply interested in art. I want to have something that connects all three of these things. I want to see if there's a way to study all of these things at the same time. and to see what universities or colleges have classes that...
If I want to be an aerospace engineer or a physicist is it worth it to get two bachelor's degrees (one in physics and one in engineering) Or would it be better to get one bachelor's degree and one graduate degree??
I am a sophomore in college at a liberal arts school that has the option of a 3+2 dual degree engineering program.
An Architect that just moved to the US?
Is there a way to gain experience in architecture field for a foreigner ?
I worked as architect in Egypt for 8 years
Just feeling lost about starting my career in the US
I am pursuing NCARB certification
How do I find beginer work for becoming a concept-artist for video games, shows, and or movies?
Hello, I'm a collage student currently working on my Graphic Design degree. I was wondering how do I, a beginer, find work for becoming a concept-artist for video games, shows, and or movies? I feel stuck because I can't find anyone hiring.
What do I need to know to be ready for DE Precalc?
I am taking DE Pre-calc in my junior year of high school. What do I need to know? I have heard that algebra is necessary, but what specific topics are necessary for doing well in pre-calc?
What extracurriculars can I partake in as a high schooler interested in forensic psychology?
What extracurriculars could I partake in as a rising junior interested in forensic/criminal psychology? I'm looking for any and all ideas! Passion project ideas, club ideas, jobs, anything!. I'm shadowing at a law clinic this summer, but I want more stuff to do that is related to my field of...
Undergrad Experiences/Extracurriculars for Law School Applicants?
What types of experiences would you recommend for undergraduate college students looking to go into law school? Does e.g. interning at a law firm help more than other experiences to show law schools your interest in the legal field? Thanks!
What are some hands on kid friendly marine biology resources and research ?
I started doing computer research and research on paper but I wanted to get hands on experience.
what are some marine biology kid relate apps for laptops that are unblocked and do you need to become a doctor to be marine biologist?
Got any tips for me? :D
How can I build connections within the museum industry as a college student?
I'm currently a high school senior planning on attending George Washington University starting in the Fall of 2025, with a major in art history. My dream is to work on creating exhibits for a museum/gallery but I've heard that the field is super competitive and that job opportunities are...
How can I find work in psychiatry?
I'm about to attend college and get my BSN, and then get my license, but I'm unsure on how to get started as a psychiatric nurse.
#Spring25
Have you ever had a moment where you thought, ‘This is exactly why I became a nurse’? #Spring25
I want to hear any story! Good, bad, weird, funny. I personally want to become a nurse after taking care of my mother who passed away because of metastatic cancer. Being her "mini nurse" made me realize how much of a difference I could make. Although she was my favorite patient, there were...
How do I expand my network of people to join certain organizations? #Spring25
Hello. I am trying to put myself out there more and network. How do I connect with people who I do not have any immediate connection with?
How will I be able to gain the most experience as a future undergraduate who wishes to study electrical engineering And how can I make it so my experiences will be able to help people?
Electrical Engineering has always been my dream career, it pays well, it's difficult, I get to help people, and I get to work and innovate with electricity, which is a commodity that our developing world needs. However, gaining real applicable experience isn't always easy. I wish to know how...
Any tips for funding graduate school?
I am taking out loans for undergrad so want to avoid graduate school debt as much as possible.
What should I look for when trying to find a future job that fits my major and career path Is there any specific websites that I should be aware of to help look??
What should I look for when trying to find a future job that fits my major and career path? Is there any specific websites that I should be aware of to help look?
How would an aspiring data scientist start their career if they plan to work in the public sector? #Spring25
I would like to work in the public sector specifically at the federal level.
What type of jobs may I get with a computer science degree in terms of cybersecurity?
I am taking interest in a cybersecurity job but I am taking computer science to explore different fields of computing.
When is the ideal time to be looking for scholarships for the next year in college??
I am an incoming freshman who's worried about being able to pay pass my first year of college and I was wonder when I should start looking for more scholarships.
What is some advice you would have for college freshmen?
Anything college related that you had to learn the hard way. Or would learning it the hard way better my experience and person?
I have earned a B.Sc. in interdisciplinary studies, a Master of Theological Studies, a Master of Divinity, a Master of Education in Administration, and a Doctor of Ministry in Leadership, what type of career-jobs should I be seeking?
I have earned a B.Sc. in interdisciplinary studies, a Master of Theological Studies, a Master of Divinity, a Master of Education in Administration, and a Doctor of Ministry in Leadership, what type of career-jobs should I be seeking?
What are job options are offered once you become a pharmacist?
I'm currently a high school senior who recently got admitted to a direct entry program for pharmacy. Just wondering what other jobs pharmacists can take on that isn't the average retail or clinical positions. I understand pharmacy isn't as surface level as it seems so I'm really curious about...
How can i best use social media and youtube to reach other film makers and producers?
My plan is to direct films/documentaries, I am a high school senior, getting ready to go to school in the fall.
What is the thing that I'll being doing most as a computer science major in my job?
What will my job mostly entail?
How hard will it be?
Is the University of Pittsburgh law school a good law school?
If I want to go into law school after undergrad, is doing the 3+3 program worth the time and money?
How should you choose your classes as a Freshman? How do you create a balance between finances, interests, and classes that are necessary for your degree?
I'm an incoming engineering student at Purdue University. I want to take classes that aren't integral to my degree but things I'm interested in, like Japanese. The class selection process is difficult lol!
How do you know when you’ve become successful in your field?
I know that college is supposed to be where I get my education from to become successful, but how do I know when I’ve actually become successful ?
How hard is it to start your own business and what are the first steps of starting a business ?
I'm a senior is high school looking to go into college for auto repair and business management in order to one day in the future open my own Restoration shop.
How can I as a homeschooled student build up my college application?
I’m a homeschooler who will be attending community college to be able to save up money before being able to go to a four year university and I aim to get my masters degree. So how can I build up my application and resume?
What made you decide your career choice?
I am majoring in criminal justice in college.
What is the best way to approach applying to law schools if I want a career in advocacy work?
Hello everyone! I am currently a junior and I am getting ready to apply to law schools in the fall. I really want to go to law school. I am not interested in big law but in terms of advocacy I can see myself working in housing, education, or anti-poverty generally. Although I know I don't have...
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