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What courses will I need take for me to get ahead of other people in college so I can get a successful job as a marine biologist.
Because I want to have a successful job that I can support a big family with so I don't have to worry about struggling in the future.#marine-biology
What are good study habits you recommend for college students?
I want to try to prepared for fall of this year when i go off to college #college-advice #studying-tips
Is a business degree in college rigorous?
I want to major in a business related degree when i get to college in fall 2018 #college-major #women-in-business
What do I do if a get the material and still fail the test?
#failtofail #collegeproblems
Working a job can be stressful, what do you think are important aspects of self-care.
I believe I can speak for a lot of people in that people my age believe that there will be no jobs in the market by the time we graduate. It's probable that recent graduates may have to work in a job outside of the field they studied in while they look for a job in the field they want. What do...
What's the biggest thing you've ever been apart of?
To me it seems like everyone is involved in some national merit organization or club like NJHS or even Eagle scouts and I'm just curious what else people are into and ways I can join. #national-honor-society #national-junior-honor-society #society #Life #Eagle-scouts #resume-building
What things hold you back from doing the things that you really want to?
I just wanted to know what everyone's thoughts were.#life #future-careers #life-skills
What is a good way to discover effective acting classes?
As a person who is new to acting, what is a good way to find good acting classes?
#film-acting
How do you become successful in film acting?
I want to be an actor, and it is hard to stand out from a lot of other people, what is a good way to stand out as well as be successful all together in the field of acting?
#film-acting
What is the best way to get help financially to get my masters?
I don't know if there are scholarships for masters program. I want to get my masters degree in clinical mental health counseling and I want to also know if there is anything I should do to prepare myself. I still have about . 2 years left until I graduate from my bachelors. #masters-degree...
What is the best way to keep myself motivated to get my masters?
I am currently in college and I want to get my masters in clinical mental health counseling. I know it is hard and anything is possible but I don't know if I would have the money to pay for it and it's just stressful to think about but I do want to get my masters.
#motivation #masters-degree
What are easy work from home jobs?
I'm trying to save money for college, but I got laid off early in the month and haven't gotten a new job yet. Until I can find one, what are some relatively easy work-at-home opportunities? #money
How do you break in into the cartoon industry?
One of my dreams is to write a cartoon, and I wanted to know how one would go about doing that. To clarify, I have little to no drawing skills, and I was wondering if there were any jobs that were strictly writing. #cartoons #dreamjob
Another job?
I'm currently a substitute teacher during my master's program, I like the job in that I can do my homework for class while my students are doing homework. Unfortunately, it can get a little boring and I'm now wishing to find another job with more responsibilities. I'm worried about leaving this...
Wondering whether or not to get certified.
I'm currently getting a master's in counseling. During my time getting my master's, health has become more important to me and has allowed me to lose a good deal of weight. I still wish to participate in my master's program, but I would also like to get certified in nutrition. I want to be able...
Are study groups in college worth it?
Depending on the person, whether they like small or large groups, maybe even to be by themselves, is making a study group going to make it easier for our college years? Might it just scramble things up and just add more taken time on your schedule? #collegelife
What's it like being able to juggle everything in college?
Since most people take extremely difficult courses, they might have extra curricular's, etc... how might one be able to go on about it? How can they make things easier on themselves? #livinthehardlife
What's it like, money wise, to have an apartment?
During college, depending on which one I go to, I was thinking about getting my own apartment, something cheap for now until I save up more money than I do now. I want to have the feeling of living on my own, to try and see if I can handle it. #financial-planning #mortgage
As an engineering student, is it more harmful than beneficial to look for jobs or internships outside of your specific field of engineering?
I am a Biomedical Engineering student, and my degree includes many Mechanical, Electrical, and Chemical Engineering practices. It sometimes becomes difficult to find Biomedical Engineering jobs specifically, so I am considering working in other areas of engineering to simply gain experience...
If you accept a financial aid award from one college, but decide to go to another college, can you go back and deny the award?
#financial-aid #college-decisions
If I have received my financial aid reward package already, do you recommend still applying for other scholarships?
#financial-aid #scholarships
What is the average student loan amount?
What is the average amount of student loans a person uses in order to go to college? I start school and August and I am trying to figure out the best cost effective way for me. I do not want to take a whole lot of student loans and be stuck in debt for the next ten years. #student-loans...
Where do you see the field of History ending up in 20 years with the influx of more technology into not only research but displays and relaying information?
I ask because I hope to work in the museum field someday as a curator and with the influx of new technology of course there will be changes in how we research and display new artifacts. #history #museums #museum-collections #educational-technology
With today's economy would it be more beneficial to get a bachelor's degree in business rather than education?
I start school in August for my bachelor's degree. I already have a an associates in science. I can not decide if I should major in education or general management. I am trying to decide which would suite me better with the way this economy is looking and try and prepare for the future for at...
What would be the most important thing for future historians to consider when researching the past?
My aim is to become a curator at the Smithsonian Museum in Washington D.C. and only the top historians are considered for the job because of its prestige, and in doing so having a leg up on the competition would be helpful. #smithsonian #WashingtonDC #history #european-history
What should I do if I'm not sure what I want to major in?
I'm not sure if I want to major in bioenvironmental sciences or forensic sciences or even something else. Is it best to go undeclared? Or should I double major or pick one to minor in and one to major in?
#decisions #science #future
Is it better to take an honors course or not?
I've heard from some people that you should take honors courses in college because it looks good on resumes and puts you in classes with other goal-oriented people, but I've also heard from other people that it's not worth it because it's a lot of extra work and will just end up giving you a...
Is there any way I can get in-tution for a non-resident freshman at Colorado State University?
A person I talked to at my high school told me that she is getting an in-state tuition for an out of state university and I was wondering if Colorado State University did anything like this. This school is one of my top schools and even with scholarships the total cost for one year is still...
Would Biomedical Science or Animal Science benefit me more for my Veterinary Medicine degree?
I am going to college in the fall and I have the option of a biomedical major or an animal science major. I want to work towards a Veterinary Medicine degree after my undergraduate, so I want to make the right decision. After researching this question I keep getting the response that to apply...
Which program is best to start learning coding?
I want to learn to code. Should I start with python, Java, etc. ?
#coding
#computer-science
How can I balance research and my studies in college?
I know I will do research for labs in my school, but I want to still maintain my GPA. How can I balance the two activities?
#college
#science
#research
#chemistry
What is the best way of making yourself stand out when applying for a scholarship ?
I want to stand out when applying for scholarship because i need them as for i am the first person in my familly to go to college.
#firsttimer
#needhelp
When you apply for a scholarship, do you have to attend an interview after getting accepted ?
I am the first person in my family to try to go to college and i dont really have any resources that could help me decide on what to do ?
#firsttimer #mechanics
What is business management?
I am going into college this year, and I chose my major as business management. I want to be a construction contractor or own a construction contractor business. Am I in the correct major? #business-management
How do mortgages work?
My high school never taught me anything about mortgages, loans, debt, credit or any of that stuff that I will need in life. I am planning to move out of my parents home, but I have no idea how mortgages work and I want to get a house. #house-plans #mortgage #financial-planning
Whether teaching experience in graduate school is necessary or at least optimal for securing a post-graduate teaching position at a college or university?
As a newly minted graduate student, I was wondering whether colleges looking to hire post-graduates for teaching positions generally place extensive weight on teaching experience? Once I finish coursework in graduate school, is it advisable to teach classes while working on a dissertation or...
How much does your college major effect your future?
Would your future employers judge you based on what your bachelors degree says ? #majors-and-minors
Whether it is best for a student to focus on completing their education during their summers away from school or to focus on working and providing income?
It has been my dream to pursue a graduate education in the liberal arts for the purpose of teaching at the university level, in order to contribute in enlightening and sharpening the minds of future generations. To accomplish this goal, I am currently a graduate student seeking a doctoral...
What is a good way to channel stress?
Typically, I #stress eat which is not good considering my dining halls is buffet style. What is a good way to not give into my sweet tooth or to #reduce how much stress I have?
What are tips to avoid distractions?
I am not very socially outgoing, but I have a hard time doing #homework and #essays when I have a fun #book and plenty to read that is not in relation to my classes. I need to find a way to #stop reading so much and start #focusing on my #school
How do I receive scholarships to study abroad?
Are there specific scholarships offered solely for the purpose of studying abroad, and if so, where can I find them? I am also wondering how far in advance you should start planning financially for a study abroad trip. #study-abroad #scholarships
Can one motivate people to do something that doesn't involve personal gain (i.e. money, benefits, time)?
I am simply wondering about this question because I want to add to my personal thinking of economics. I want to find out about another universal motivator to get people to act, participate, join, or work. I can only think of taking advantage of people's feelings and morals other than the...
What majors/minors are required to even be a psychologist/therapist?
I have heard many answers to this one. I was told by one source that sociology, but then told by another that sociology is a broad term that only refers to a group of majors that may specialize in psychology. I know I definitively need psychology under my belt, but other than that I'm lost....
Why does one consider becoming a psychologist/therapist?
For a long time now, I have wanted to be a psychologist because the human mind is extremely interesting but also because I feel like I could make a huge change in someone else's life. I have heard from many that I should consider an occupation that is more financially stable, which has caused...
What are some easy ways to network and create relationships in college with people that have similar interests as myself?
I plan on attending a large public university, so there will obviously be other students that I have similar interests with. However, I have noticed that college students tend to keep to themselves. Knowing different programs and organizations that will promote deep relationships with other...
What are healthy habits to develop in order to prevent myself from becoming "burned out" in college?
I am extremely invested in my education and I am very passionate about academics as a whole. However, I am scared that I will put too much energy into my success during my freshman year and, consequently, not apply myself to my fullest potential throughout the rest of my undergraduate years....
What are the best strategies for passing the FE CIVIL exam?
For those who have passed the fe civil exam, what strategies best helped you become successful in taking it? What should I focus on? #fecivil ##civilengineer
As a civil engineering student, what is the best time to take the F.E. exam?
I will be graduating in May I already took it last year and failed and of course I plan on taking it again. Do companies look for you to have already taken it before you graduate or is it acceptable to take it afterwards?
Many thanks. #feexam #fecivil ##civilengineering
How do you secure scholorships as a single non working mom?
Starting a new life at 40something I would like to focus on the degree I'm pursuing and be successful in the career path that I chose, Health Information Management. I've been seeking scholarship opportunities to help with living expenses since most jobs I've interviewed for can't work with my...
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