Timberlake, North Carolina

Wow, it has been way too long since I've used this. Well, here are some updates about myself: I'm sixteen now, I just finished 10th grade at JD Clement Early College, and I've decided that I want to major in English and minor in journalism. I actually joined Hillside's theatre department and...

I'm a senior in high school and will be majoring in International Business, but I'd like to know how it can be used to improve the world. Making a difference in the world is something that I'm set on doing and think it would be interesting to learn how my major has made positive impacts.

I'm wondering when you or your firm felt that you were confident or experienced enough to take the lead on a case and how long that took to happen.

I am entering college this fall as an American Sign Language Interpreting major. I would love to find volunteer or paid opportunities related to this but have been unable to find any thus far. I am already mostly fluent in ASL and able to carry full conversations but have not yet learned the...

I'm currently in 11th grade, but I've wanted to become a pediatrician for as long as I can remember. I get stressed and burnt out somewhat easily, although I'm also an overachiever. Any advice if I'm worried about med-school?

I am a twelfth grader attending college in the fall. I plan to pursue communications/journalism as my major.

I took classes in marketing and thought it would be something I'd enjoying doing as a career.

I've wrestled in high school for the last 3 years, track and field for 2 years, and football for 4 years. I'm looking to study marketing with a possible minor in communications. I'm looking to continue to wrestle in college as well.

I’m a high school student planning to go into pre-med, and I’ve been learning a lot about medicine from classes and research. But I know that what you learn in school isn’t always the same as real-life experience. I asked this question because I want to understand what the job is actually like...

I’m a high school student planning to go into pre-med, and I’ve mostly been figuring out the whole college process on my own. Money is a big concern for me, so I know I’ll have to rely a lot on scholarships and my own effort to get through school. I asked this question because I want to hear...

Am I still able to specialize as an L&D nurse with only an Associate's degree in nursing? If so, will obtaining a Bachelor's degree make a significant difference in the opportunities to work in healthcare? #Spring26

I am from a middle class family in a considerably wealthy area. This makes it difficult for me to qualify for any grants and most scholarship opportunities. Any advice on how to find scholarship sites or programs that are actually worth it is much appreciated!

After I finish community college, I want to transfer to Longwood for communications. I want to join multiple clubs and get sponsorships so I can add to my portfolio.

I am currently a high school senior planning to graduate in June and am planning to attend the University of Mississippi in the fall of 2026.

I am a high school senior who aspires to become a pediatric nurse. I am naturally empathetic and I understand how emotional it is for parents when their child is facing serious complications. I am asking this question because I want to prepare myself early and learn the best ways to comfort...

I want to know information that would be useful to keep in my back pocket, so that I know what to expect or classroom management skills that won't really be taught to you.

There are a lot of colleges, but not all of them can fit one's criteria and if they have the major you are looking for.

I am curious to know what the career pathway looks like for a Sonographer especially those who got their AAS in Sonography before getting a bachelor's. Was it hard to find jobs in your field? Would you say that the pay did not meet the workload expectations? Are there any advantages to getting...

Hi! I am a college student who is currently trying to decide what health science field I want to focus on. I have been in community college for 3 years constantly changing my mind about what I was doing with my life. And I have started to settle on the idea of Health Science. I am leaning...

I want to be able to help people understand the how and why of their own psychiatry. I think with that I can help people bring their lives into true happiness.

I'm an upcoming freshman to college, and I just wanted to see what everyone's opinions are about college, and how to make it the best possible experience I can have! #Fall25

I am a high school senior wanting to major in digital art for game design but am worried about the future of art majors with ai.

I'm heading into my second semester of sophomore year and have been in the midst of mass applying for internships. I could really use some advice on networking and making the right connections!

I'm a senior in high school who loves holding leadership positions but also has a passion for self-expression through writing. Are there any suitable careers for my interests that would provide me with a comfortable income as well?

How should I study? How should I organize things?

I want to make sure my grades are as good as possible in hopes of being accepted into a physicians assistant program. #fall25

I am currently preparing to become a registered nurse at a local community college.

Hello again everyone! I wanted to ask another question about ordering extracurriculars in the Activities section of the Common App! I'm scared that I might put them in the wrong order, and that it might not accurately reflect the time commitment/importance of each one! Any help would be much...

Hello everyone! I'm a high school senior applying to a lot of colleges with a lot of supplemental essay question! How do you write high quality supplementals for college applications?

What is the best way to network with professionals in the humanities field to get an internship or a possible interview? I feel like I only ever hear about these opportunities in STEM.

Furthermore, what are some interview tips to stand out amongst other applicants?

What colleges should I go to? Are there any good programs I can take in highschool to get into nursing school? How much does a CrNA like their job?

I am currently a criminal justice student attending NC A&T State University and will be graduating May 2027. Courses I have taken includes Corrections, Courtroom Testimonies, Investigative Photography, and Courts & Judicial Process.

I'm in a financial position where I need to aspire to get a job that pays 150k+. Google says that CRNA's fit that criteria, but I'm skeptical.

I consider myself a person with strong tolerance to the sort of unsightly things you find in hospitals, but I know the ICU can be a place that tests anyone. What if I fully dedicate myself to becoming a nurse, only to realize I can't handle the gore?

I am a Junior in high school currently. I was wondering what jobs or internships will allow me to have a good background for design colleges. Also, I currently stich and mend mothers for people for some cash, what other activities should I do to be able to get a good background for college for...

I'm a real big dreamer, and I see a gap between where I stand and where I want to be. For the longest, I believe action propel us towards change more than any other method because action led me to being in college. With that, I do have doubt whether or not action alone is all it takes to reach...

I am majoring in acting in theatre, and although I am so excited, I am scared for graduation because I know it's a competitive field. Going into the "real" world and industry is especially daunting. A lot of actors say that most of their careers are spent auditioning. I was wondering if there's...

How to best study the principles of art

I will be a Freshman in the Fall of 2025 and have been accepted into the Honors Program at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. In high school, I was accepted into the Academy of Finance Program and learned about many different aspects of running a business. I did a 120-hour...

I want better study habits so I can remember more things.

I just graduated from NC State and am pursuing a Bioinformatics Master's Degree at UNC Charlotte. Once I finish school in 2 years, I will be in the job market and want to know how to find that "perfect" job.

I am a 12th grader from Cary NC. I plan to attend Elon University in the fall, majoring in communications. I am super excited and am in the process of exploring career paths I can persue with a communications degree.

I am in 12th grade, I am highly interested in communications and plan to major in communications at Elon University this fall. I enjoy event planning and have expereince with it, which is what sparked my interest in communications.

I am a junior Journalism major looking for strategies to begin the job hunt for post-graduation!

I'm looking for advice on both the technical skills I should further develop, such as modeling or Excel, and the habits or knowledge areas that will help me stand out early in my career.

I'm a senior in high school and I want to get my Bachelor's of Public Health during my undergraduate studies! I'm currently exploring future career options within Environmental Health and am trying to narrow down fields that are especially appealing to me. #Spring25

I am an incoming freshman at university, and I am excited to embark on my journey to become a dentist. Once done with dental school, how should I include latino heritage into my profession, and how can I open up clinics abroad? Should I start by working for a clinic or go ahead and open my own?...

I am going to Virginia Tech, if anyone is a Hokie :)

I am trying to decide between MSN and DNP on the clinical side. Those that have gotten their MSN vs DNP how do you feel about your decision? #Spring25