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How important is the National Honor Society?
I was recently nominated to apply for the national honor society at my high school. I was wondering if I can get an answer about what are some important things that they do. I already understand that that it helps out a lot in a community and that it looks great on a college application....
How long does it take me to reach my doctorate degree in psychology? Is it benefical for me to get a Psy. D in psychology or a Ph. D in psychology at the end? Should I double major biology and psychology in college to give myself an edge when applying t
I am going to attend stony brook university in the coming fall to major in psychology. My career aspiration is to become a psychologist or a psychiatrist so I can help people with mental disorders. I don't know whether or not if I should double major psychology and biology or chemistry in...
Does anyone have a degree in business and computer science?
Hello! When deciding on what to major, I have two ideas in mind -- one is computer science and the other is in business. Does anyone have both of these degrees and want to explain the job opportunities that have come your way? Is it helpful to have a degree in both CS and business? Are the job...
How important are grades/GPA for pursuing mechanical engineering?
As a junior, I know that I have to keep my grades up high for college admissions offices, but I was just wondering how it will look if I say I want to pursue mechanical engineering? Do my grades/GPA have to be really exceptional or something? #mechanical-engineering #college-admissions #advice...
What is the toughest thing to work on in mechanical engineering?
I was hoping for a description of some of the toughest situations that can arise from this career path. I want to know what I should prepare for and how to overcome it.
Is college worth the cost?
For most middle-class millennial's, college is seen as a luxury most cannot afford. However, we see the difference an education can make in our standard of living. But, how can any person who wants to acquire a higher socio-economic status achieve this if the cost is more than what we can...
In today's society, being a specialist or a family medicine practicioner, which is more suitable?
I am asking this question because I am planning on becoming a medical doctor but I am not sure if I want to specialize or practice family medicine. #medicine #family-medicine
What is Mechanical Engineering in the private sector like?
What type of work is usually done by a mechanical engineer working for a company? Is it largely desk-work and modeling? Is there any product testing? How multidisciplinary is your work? Is there a problem with intellectual property between you and a company? Would you recommend staying...
How does somebody who has not played a particular sport able to broadcast about it?
My name's Annalie, I'm a 17 year old girl from Long Island, New York or follows sports, especially soccer relatively closely, and was curious while watching a female panel discuss a football game. #broadcast-media #sports-marketing #career-path-planning
What are the most and least rewarding aspects of a mechanical engineer?
I would like to know the ups and downs that come with this career path since I know that every career is not strictly perfect.I want to know what I think I will be getting into and how to handle all those aspects. It would be really helpful to know what to remind myself at the end of the day...
What should I keep in mind as I am taking the newly designed SAT?
The SAT has changed now and I have to take the new version. I have only been familiar with the PSAT's from last year. I just want to know what I should keep in mind as I am taking the newly designed SAT for the first time. #help #advice #testing
Is there a program where you can obtain your M.A in psychology in only one year?
I have heard from a few people that there is now a program where you can obtain your Masters in Psychology in just two semesters. However, I am unsure whether this option exists. I have currently been going to school for a while now, far too long than expected. It would be absolutely amazing to...
How to go about becoming a computer animator?
Hello my name is Furqan I'm 16 and I'm in the 10th grade and I live in the New York area. I would like to know of some good sources to help me become a computer animator to make 3D or 2D IOS video games. Or any jobs that will help me get some help in the field. #video-games #3d-animation #ios...
Where do I go to get a job as an animator?
My name is Yamil and I go to Hudson High School of Learning Technologies. I'm interested in animating and I want to learn how to do it and where to go #video-game-design #3d-animation #animators #animator
is there a wide field of majors other than psychology and sociology that can lead me to social work?
Im asking this question because as of right now I'm not sure what I want to major in exactly because as of right now I like psychology, sociology,social work and criminology. #psychology #social-work #sociology #social-worker
What job options or internship opportunities are there for animators?
I'm in college majoring in 3D Animation and I'd like to know where I can start my career. I feel like experience is the best way to get out there and I'd love to know the options that are available to me as a college student.
#internships #animation #computer-animation
How can I keep healthy if I work full time/ go to school?
It seems to be pretty hard to do that when there are odd break hours, many people. How do you maintain weight and eat healthy also #health #school #fitness
Will choosing a more populated and highly recognized school over one that is less unheard of matter for careers?
I was always so skeptic about where I wanted to go to school throughout high school. I didn't know whether to apply to a D1 school or a D3 school. Therefore, I made the decision to apply to both. Fortunately, I did get accepted to every school I applied to but just couldn't make up my mind as...
What type of internships can you get and what is it that you exactly do when being a psychology major?
I have yet to think about getting an internship while in the process of achieving my B.A in Psychology. I know that an internship is something very good to have under your belt because it shows experience and is highly valuable for applying to jobs. I am skeptical as to what you do as you...
Any advice for an aspiring robotics programmer?
It is my aspiration to program robots and I was just looking for any career advice when reaching for this aspiration of mine. I have six universities in mind where I can work and study for the field of Robotics. I was just looking for any advice that I might need to know when I do plan on...
How should I be writing my essays for when I apply for college?
I am a rising junior and I want to know what my writing should appear as I am writing those essays. I would like to know how my writing should come across to get colleges interested in admitting me. Therefore, I would like some advice for when I do start writing those essays....
Is it possible to balance a double major with one major being architecture?
I'm asking this because I'm interested in architecture and engineering, but I'm also interested in a few other career paths and I'm not sure whether it's better for me to just pick one and go to college for it (since I've been told that architecture is a very time consuming major) or try and go...
Just curious to know, how could a Mechanical/Industrial Engineering degree, and an IT degree (one of them) lead to a job in the computer software industry?
I'm David, a rising, college sophomore, who is majoring in Information Technology. Although I'm thinking about becoming a future web developer/employee for either the internet, or online media industry, I am still curious in learning more about how different fields of engineering can benefit...
Is it wise to take a loan to go to college?
I know a lot of people who regret taking loans to go to college because they have a hard time paying it back since there is a lack of jobs for them to take advantage of. What happens if you know you just can't pay it back?
As an orthopedic surgeon what does it take to be it? Have there been any challenges facing you either from a patient not enjoying your services? How many bones do I need to know about in the body? What are the challenges in the field?
I want to be an orthopedic surgeon. #orthopedics #bones #joint-ventures #pelvis
When offered your first job, or a full-time position, what are some important questions to contemplate over before making your acceptance?
My name is David, an Information Technology major, who is not only career-focused, but also eager to know how to make careful, personal decisions as I progress in my career. #jobs #career-choice #career-paths #first-job #career-plan
How strict are law firms and other legal institutions with their age or education requirements for their internships?
Most places I want to intern at either have educational or age requirements that I do not meet as a high schooler, restricting my chance of getting an internship. I plan to major in political science when I go to college and would love some exposure to the legal and governmental world by...
What Career to chose from??
Well, am interested in Fashion Modeling, a Piloting, and a Scientist and all of this are good career choices but my parents expect me to make them proud by choosing a great career choice that isn't modeling or traveling a lot and also earn a good money pay. But I love traveling places and need...
How badly can your GPA affect your career goals?
Since I came to college, it was hard adjusting to a new place and having a lot of independence. During my first semester, I took a turn going the wrong direction. I would not go to class, and it hit me hard the end of the semester when I realized I had done really badly. I am trying to improve...
What do you believe is your strongest asset in life?
What gives you the edge that can help you get jobs. Or that pushes people towards you #career #life #asset
How does a PhD program work as opposed to a Masters program? What does it entail?
Hi, I'm an undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor's degree in English Literature and Spanish Translation & Interpretation and I'm interested in pursuing a Doctorate after I graduate. However, I've heard a number of different explanations of what a PhD program entails and I am honestly so...
Do you think cleanliness is associated with your business success?
super random question. It just seems like bosses try really hard to be clean in their workspaces and environments
Are there stereotypes towards different majors/jobs? If yes, What are those stereotypes?
It seems like in college there are bias that fields lie science, accounting.. and so and much harder than other fields. #majors #field #stereotypes
Personality development?
Was there a moment in your life when you decided to change and try to be a better person? What caused this change? Is there a certain age in which you believe you have to start to be responsible for everything that you do; school billing, jobs.. #career #job #person
What was the happiest moment of your career?
haha just doing a little wondering. At what age were you when you felt like you were at the happy moment?
What can I do with a Biology major? and what jobs are available for Bio majors?
Thinking about majoring on Bio. #college #science
How much college credit transfer when you switch schools?
I am thinking about going to a school in the city instead of a school from upstate. I want to know how many college credits will transfer over if I completed all my gen eds in the upstate college. #college #gpa #credits
Comparing Ivy League colleges to regular colleges
What are the greater benefits of going to an ivy league college vs. a standard college? How can Ivy leagues give you a better future? #college #career #standard
How can I lessen my college debt?
funds, funds, funds. Getting education is very expensive, so making it out 4 years in college with debt is a common thing to happen. How can we lessen our debts? #college #career #money
How can i recieve a grant?
I want to get a grant because I know you don't have to pay them back. #graduate #financial-aid #grants
How do colleges determine which applicants have the potential to receive financial aid?
The tuition of college keep growing higher, and there are limited opportunities for scholarships. It is really helpful to know that there is help offered to people with a low income through financial aid. However, I'm not sure what the exact criteria are, and if it varies from college to...
How does it feel transitioning to High School student to College Student and trying to pay for it?
I ask this because in one more month I will be a college student and I'm still trying to figure out how I will get the money because scholarships haven't been easy to get. #college #professor #students
Is it worth looking into work at home jobs or not?
I have recently been browsing some jobs online as any college student would to be able to do something over the summer. However, it seems sketchy and unconventional that how are people able to work from home and make more than one can imagine. The past year I worked as delivery and it was a...
If you're trying to make a field switch (say math to engineering) what advice do you have for a smooth transition?
A little bit about me: I am a rising undergraduate senior majoring in math but I am interested in pursuing industrial engineering. I've been looking into pursuing graduate school simply because it seems like the only option, being that I have no formal knowledge of engineering. Are there any...
What is the best way to know whether to choose being an Obstetrician or a midwife?
I want to work with small babies and I know that I do not want to be a pediatrician because small children can get too feisty after a certain age. I know that I want to deliver babies and help to explain to women what is happening to their child as they are developing in the womb and deliver...
Did you love or hate your college experiemce?
were you that kid that went to every event, or the kid that stayed in their dorm. Did you have friends, join a team, or joined a club? Did you love or hate your college experience? #graduate #sophomore #junior
Is it common for medical students to enter the medical field and have a nervous reaction to the sight of blood (blood phobia)?
I was accepted into a nursing program which begins at the end of August and am dead set on overcoming the fear. I believe that maybe with enough exposure, you become de-sensitized to it?? #medicine #nursing
How can I choose field of work that'll assure me that I'll enjoy the rest of my life working?
I am still very young, sixteen years of age, and there is yet anything that sparks my interest in terms of vocation. I'm constantly hearing that every individual inhabits a special talent, perhaps I've yet to find mine, but how can I be certain that eventually I will? This thought constantly...
How exactly does one become a theatre director?
I want a career in theatre. I've even considered being a drama teacher. I'm curious about directing though. I think I could be good at it if it what I decided to go with. #the-arts
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