Wadsworth, Illinois
Should I drop AP Physics C as a junior 2nd semester?
I am a junior in my 2nd semester of high school. I took a course load of 5 APs and over the summer my mother was diagnosed with cancer. I’ve had a hard time managing my life and honestly am very mentally overwhelmed. I have taken AP Physics C and second semester I am on track for a D or F with...
What is the best way to go about setting up your schedule in college, while doing two sports, and trying your best to manage your time between school and sports?
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- Carmel Catholic High School
- Sports Management
- Football & Tennis
What struggles do you face in biomedical engineering that you don't see in other types of engineering?
I am in 12th grade and am going into college next year. I enjoy biology and health and want to pursue engineering, but am unsure if I should do another type of engineering.
How do I find internships that are 100% focused on what I want to do in life instead of them just brushing the surface What if after the internship I decide the field of study is not for me??
I'm interested in a career focused on Federal investigations, specifically psychological analytics. I would really like to be able to experience what it would be like however I'm worried I wont be able to find an internship that covers the crucial experience I need to know this field of study...
How does financial aid work?
Financial aid's a broad term that covers scholarships, loans, etc. I was wondering for example, Loyola gives you a 32k scholarship. Would that be all the money you recieve? Or later in the early spring, they look at whatever FASFA sends over?
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What are specific sacrifices that pre-med or medical students often underestimate?
Hi there! I am in 12th grade, and I'm planning to pursue medical school after earning a degree in neuroscience. I'm aware of the time, debt, and sacrifice that come with this path, but I'm trying to get a realistic and holistic understanding of what this field truly demands. Receiving honest...
what scholarships are good for a lgbtq students?
I want to find specialized scholarships so there's a smaller pool of applicants
What are habits that I can start developing now to set myself up for success for medical school?
I am in 12th grade hoping to major in biology next year on a pre-med track. I am interested in helping people, and hopefully traveling the world healing people once I become a doctor. I want to best prepare myself in college, so that I have high chances of being accepted into medical school.
Where can I find part-time accounting jobs while attending college?
I am currently an accounting major at Elgin Community College, and plan to transfer to a four-year college in Fall 2026. I have taken a few accounting courses and would like to gain work experience before I graduate.
How will I know if I am choosing the right major for my future? #Fall25
I am currently a Senior at York Community High School in Elmhurst IL, I am interested in possibly going into healthcare but also business but am trying to figure out how I can integrate the two together, I want to make sure that the major I choose is something that I will enjoy for the rest of...
How did you know that your majir was the right one for you?
I feel like everyone either chooses a major based on thier skills or their passion in that field. However as someone who hasnt really figured out what they want to do in life how did you guys know what you wanted to do with your degree and still be happy?
What are some different careers i can take up with a studio arts major and minor in communications ?
Ive always struggled with answering what exactly i want to do with my future. I dont really have a set goal in mind with what i wanna do i just know that it has something to do with Arts. I also have a great passion writing and journalism which is a career im thinking of exploring too.
How do I decide on a major that may or may not directly influence my future career path? And after choosing, how then do I pick a school ?
I'm a high school senior trying to swim through the pool of life. I have support but it all just seems overwhelming sometimes. What to do? Where to go? How to go? THE QUESTIONS ARE ENDLESS
What are the best interview answers to commonly asked questions?
What are the best interview answers to commonly asked questions? #fall25
What is some advice you'd give to someone prepping for a cloud engineering internship role?
When applying to software engineering positions and the like, people often recommend doing Leetcode, but I'm not sure if it would be the same for other roles!
How do you balance personal fulfillment with your definition of success?
As a freshman in the Grainger College of Engineering at UIUC, I’m thinking about how to navigate an increasingly competitive career landscape. How can I pursue professional success while also staying aligned with my personal goals and sense of fulfillment? Can anyone share some thoughtful advice?
What study habits work best?
I am a senior in high school and am going to college next fall. I am planning on majoring in Pre-Med and would like tips for studying. Any examples/ideas would help.
Do civil engineers consistently work closely with the environment?
I'm a high school senior looking into civil engineering, and I want to help conserve natural environments and our resources.
How do you engage a student who does not want to learn?
I am majoring in elementary education and have had experience observing in 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade classrooms. What are some of the most effective ways to teach students who deliberately refuse to participate and engage in class?
When in my college career should I start thinking about looking for internships?
I know internships are really important for post-college career development and I would like to know at what point should I be starting to look for them.
What is your best advice for effective time management in college?
I need some practical, easily implemented advice on how to manage my time in college, specifically the workload, not so much personal healthcare.
How can I start networking most effectively in my first days at college?
I know networking is very important post-college. Could you please give me some tips to do it more effectively?
What major should I choose if I want to become an occupational therapist and what can I do before reaching my goal ?
Hi Im a high school senior and i was wondering the steps i need to take to become a occupational therapist.
What are the entrance requirements for being a accountant
What are the requirements for be a accountant
What can I do to improve my job search strategy and increase my chances of getting interviews and offers, especially given my F-1 visa situation?
I hold a Master’s in Marketing Analytics and an MBA, with experience in B2B marketing, growth strategy, and working at startups. Over the past 6 months, I’ve actively applied to roles in marketing analytics, digital marketing, and growth-focused positions. I’ve tried multiple approaches,...
How should students who are majoring in acting go about balancing their school life with work life, school life, personal life, etc., since this is one of the more busy programs to balance?
I am a first-year college student this fall, and the process of college is scary, especially with my intended career. I'm scared I'm going to lose out on downtime and want to know what life is like for acting students.
What are some good areas in the United States to find work as a Mechatronics Engineer?
I am a junior in college studying Mechatronics Engineering Technology. I know that this is the general career path that I would like to pursue, but I struggle with finding a specific job that I would pursue after school. I would like to work in the food/food packaging industry, but I am open to...
Does cost or experience matter more when choosing a college?
Right now I have hard choice between two colleges. One college is more prestigious in the area I am studying in, and I've been accepted into multiple honors programs, but it's not offering me any scholarships. The second college gave me a large scholarship, it's a private university. Overall,...
How to get admitted to a Genetics Counseling Masters Program when switching careers??
What are the most helpful courses and best information to assist an adult student returning to college who has already earned a BS in Electrical Engineering Technology - Mechatronics and is looking to pivot by changing their career path and working to get admitted to a Genetics Counseling...
What makes you feel motivated to keep moving forward even when you are in your lowest in your life?
I live a life where everything is a bit harder due to me having guarantee undiagnosed ADHD. I push myself everyday because I know I am worth something and I don't want to stop myself when I have everything in my hands. I have been doubted by so many people where it started to get to me, then I...
What jobs are out there that relate to Industrial-organizational psychology?
I am a current 2nd year college student and am very interested in industrial-organizational psychology but just nervous for if there are job opportunities in the field. I love everything about psychology and 100% want it to be a part of my future but also want to go about it in a benefiting way.
What are some unique internships you can get over the summer as a math major?
I’m not sure what I want to do after college yet, so I’d love to get some experience in many different fields before leaving college.
For someone pursuing a career in finance, what are the biggest lessons you’ve learned about yourself and the industry that helped you decide which sector to work in—especially when factoring in personal work ethic, natural strengths, and the realities of being a Black man in corporate America? As well as how do you see the sustainability of finance careers evolving with the rise of AI?
I am currently committed to attend Middlebury College in Vermont, and am looking to pursue a career in finance with a major of Economics.
What is the transition like between living with parents to living in a dorm #Spring25?
I am a senior about to graduate and I'm nervous about moving into a dorm. I've been camping with friends before so I have some experience away from home, but living on my own for a whole school year seems daunting and nerve-wracking.
What is something you wish you had known before starting a career in accounting?
I am a highschool senior starting my college journey this fall. I will be majoring in accounting but I have some questions, one of which is: What is something you wish you had known before starting a career in accounting?
Why don't more colleges have Criminal Justice or Criminology fields? #Spring25
I am interested into going into this field but many colleges don't have these majors/minors. #Spring25
What are some useful ways or routes to pay for college?
I am thinking about doing ROTC but an still looking.
Let's say a person has fallen behind in a few classes and tests are coming up/the due dates for assignments are drawing near, what would be the best way to go about the situation? It would not necessarily be an advanced learning and apprehension since it would be within a short amount of time but more so to the extent of passing and perhaps a little further if able. How might that person deal with catching up in an efficient way and what choices or alternatives should that person consider in order to reduce the possibility of the same occurrence happening again?
In a more simplistic statement, how does an individual deal with extensive procrastination?
What does my life look like in the future if I think I'm successful in life?
I go to Niles West High School in Skokie Illinois and I'm a senior. What could I do to make college easier for me? Why do most people find college so hard? How come I find high school not hard at all?
What to do before to be prepared?
Does anyone know what to study after hours to gain knowledge in order to become a vet before you actually go to vet school?
How do you see the advancements of AI/robots affecting the career of anesthesiologists Do you think this career would benefit from including advanced technology/AI? #Spring25?
How do you see the advancements of AI/robots affecting the career of anesthesiologists? Do you think this career would benefit from including advanced technology/AI? #Spring25
What does the day in the life of a medical illustrator look like?
This is a dream job of mine and I'd really love an inside perspective of what this looks like!
How do I finish the rest of the semester strong?
As a college student, the spring semester and be chaotic because of end of the year events, final exams, and finding a summer job. I have a strong work ethic but I feel myself wanting to not really give up but just stop what I'm doing because I'm over it. It doesn't help that time can move by...
What internships should I be looking for if I'm interested in medical illustration?
I'm a sophomore in college and I'm interested in medical illustration and have been trying to find internships within this however, some internships I've seen already require some type of expertise within the practice.
What software platforms are good for creating digital art?
I'm interested in medical illustration, and I want to start creating digital art but don't really know what is the best software program to use.
How do I know if the medical illustration is for me?
I'm majoring in studio art with a minor in biology. I became interested in medical illustration last summer and since then I've loved it. However, before I had an interest in medical illustration, I was highly into sneaker design. Though they both have to do with art, they are two completely...
How can I remain positive and enthusiastic with my art?
Halfway through my freshman year, I changed my major from geoscience to studio art. At first I felt like I was behind. I honestly still feel like that. Sometimes I get a little discouraged when I see amazing artwork from other artist and don't get me wrong, this only pushes me to do better but...
As a studio art major, how can I continue to be consistent within my craft with a busy schedule?
As a busy college student that has a mild work load within each class, sometimes I may not get enough time to focus on what I love to do which is drawing and exploring new mediums. I find with some of my classes such as my biology classes, I have to put more focus into in order to maintain a...
What is the best way to network yourself throughout colleges to get exposure to your major?
I am planning on going to Indiana University in the Fall of 2025 and I am majoring in Marketing and Sales as a pre-business student. #Spring25
What are some of the best study techniques to use in college?
I haven't found the best ways to study yet and I know I will need to in college so I was wondering what some of the most useful ones are.
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