Upton, Massachusetts

What is a day in the life of a mechanical engineer like?
Describe a typical work day. What should I expect? What can outside of the typical classes to help better prepare myself for the workforce?

"What are the pros and cons of being in Biotechnology Pharma vs. Academia"?
I was asked about whether I'm planning on going the Pharma or Academia route, but I wasn't 100% sure about the differences.

What do you wish someone told you about the transition from college to graduate school? #Spring25
Look for advice on the transition from the undergraduate experience to graduate school, especially while still living on campus but working a full time job.

Why do many insurance companies lack coverage for Music Therapy although the practice has been proven effective for multiple cases in various situations?
I am Laila , a Boston resident and graduating senior at Lexington High School through the METCO integration program. I have recently been accepted to Howard University for the Music Therapy program.

As a senior who is starting nursing school in the fall, what would you say is the biggest piece of advice for an incoming freshman in an accelerated nursing program?
Thank you for taking your time to read this! Any information will be helpful, even study tips!

How do you maintain personal creativity while being an artist in a professional setting?
Most artists experience burn and neglect their own personal creative ventures, but this is not always the case. How do you find balance?

How can I master my study habits now and build my own business one day, so I can create a program that helps student-athletes like me break barriers and rewrite the future?
Mastering my study habits now is the first brick in building the future I dream of. By creating daily routines that balance discipline and flexibility — setting clear goals, breaking tasks into manageable steps, and allowing myself room to grow — I can build the mental toughness and resilience...

What experiences or decisions had the biggest impact on your success in college and your career afterward?
I’m a 12th grader about to graduate, and I’m really interested in biology. I’m thinking about careers in fields like healthcare, research, or biotech, but I’m still exploring my options. I’m passionate about science, solving problems, and helping people. I’m trying to figure out how to make the...

For someone torn between becoming a doctor or a physical therapist in sports medicine, specifically in dance medicine, what personal experiences or lessons helped you make your decision?
I’m a pre-professional ballet dancer, who has decided not to pursue dance after needing some pretty intense hip surgeries. I’m going into college next year as a pre-med student, and have found that I’m extremely passionate about helping dancers in situations similar to mine, I’m just not sure...

How can we advocate for better pay for mental health professionals?
There is a shortage of qualified clinicians, yet salaries are really low. In some agencies, the pay is so low that clinicians cannot make a living wage, let alone pay their living expenses or pay off their student loans. Higher salaries or fees will attract AND retain more professionals.

How difficult is it to land an internship/job directly out of college with a business degree?
12th grader entering college next year, planning on majoring in business

How will I know if I’m choosing the right major for what I want to do long-term?
I'm going into cybersecurity and I really enjoy it, but I'm not sure if its the best for me. #spring25

What classes have you taken in college that’s been really helpful?
I’m majoring in baking and pastry and I’m looking to take extra classes that could be useful, either relating to my major or just a class that everyone should take at least once.

What is the future outlook for professionals working on the administrative and business side of the music industry? #Spring25
With AI becoming a bigger part of our lives by the day, what can we expect from the future for areas like artist management, booking, and marketing?

What are some things that should keep in mind when applying for consulting internships without relevant professional experience?
For context, I'm currently applying from a legal background.
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