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How do you pick a major for college? I want to go into business, event management, or marketing, but I'm not entirely sure.
I'm raising a senior in high school and considering a business major. However, I am not 100% sure. Also, I want to pursue a well-paying field. I would appreciate your help.

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I am interested in learning how CareerVillage works and the data it uses.

What do employers look for in hiring software engineers?
I'm a rising third-year college student majoring in computer science and consider a possible career in software development. But I also heard that this pathway is very competitive, and thousands of applicants compete for limited amount of positions. I wonder in this case, what employers would...

How is the symbolic systems major at Stanford?
I'm interested in applying as an undergraduate for the symbolic systems major and would love more insight into how it is and job prospects.

How do I, a 17 year old, become a CNA for free in Chicago, IL?
How do I (17 year old) become a CNA for free in Chicago, IL? I've always wanted to do something in the medical field. After taking care of my stepdad, who has diabetes, like recording his blood pressure, sealing wounds, and making sure he takes his medicine, I want to become a CNA, but I can't...

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,...

What minor should I add?
I am currently an Information Technology major and want to go into Data Analytics in the fashion industry. My school doesn't offer fashion, so I was wondering if anyone had ideas for minors I could take. Thank you!

Where should I go to get a good start on looking into jobs fresh out of college?
I will be graduating with a degree in Data Science, so I'm looking for a data analyst/engineer/scientist role.

As a business major who struggles a lot with time management, what are some effective tips and/or strategies I can use to stay organized? #spring25
I tend to get burnt out very easily and overwhelmed.

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 can I gain experience in public health as a college graduate student if i want to work in the epidemiology field?
I’m currently a senior and will be starting graduate school next semester. I’m really interested in working in the epidemiology field. I am extremely passionate about public health. As I prepare to start graduate school, I want to have hands on experience in this particular field. I am...

Medical School Applications?
How do I know which medical schools to apply to? Also when should I start looking into which medical schools I am interested in attending? The topic of medical school has been coming up since I'm about to start my undergrad #Spring25.
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