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Emily May 09, 2018 1039 views

Would I be better off taking a student teaching position over the summer, or babysitting and continuing my other not school major related job for an Elementary Education Major?

I applied for a student teaching summer position with the local school district, when a former employer offered me a position to Baby sit their 3 children over the summer. I will be entering my Junior Year in College, and while I would like to get some good experiences on my resume, the...

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Emily May 09, 2018 963 views

Would I be better off taking a student teaching position over the summer, or babysitting and continuing my other not school major related job for an Elementary Education Major?

I applied for a student teaching summer position with the local school district, when a former employer offered me a position to Baby sit their 3 children over the summer. I will be entering my Junior Year in College, and while I would like to get some good experiences on my resume, the...

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Emily May 09, 2018 1246 views

What are the pros/cons of living at school vs. commuting. #campuslife #trafficjam

I want to live at School, my pocketbook says I have to commute. I live 45 minutes from campus on a no traffic, best case scenario commute. I am concerned about the time, stress and safety of this twice daily commute and will talk to my advisor about maximizing classes on certain days so as not...

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Zander Apr 18, 2018 2473 views

What study tips can help an easily distracted mind manage college expectations?

Like many, this is my first time away from home for an extended time. I am nervous about managing my personal focus and organization skills without support. I look forward to the social aspect of going to college, but worry about managing my studies in a timely manner. I know of support...

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Zander Apr 18, 2018 1068 views

Is it better to have a double major or 1 major with several minors?

For your areas of interest, how do you plan to manage your areas of study? I know some students with a double major and 4 minors. Is this the expectation? The new standard that we have to compete with? Or is this what works for a percentage of our peers? What combination of major & minor do...

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Niaya Apr 17, 2018 1047 views

How can people handle choosing the right college for themselves when there are so many choices to choose from?

There are a lot of things in colleges that catches my eye. For example medical interests like bring a doctor or a nurse.

#college #deciding #omg

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Marie Mar 27, 2018 1080 views

Do you really need a passion to get into a top university?

Many college admissions officers and guidance counselors push students to find their passions in high school. At the ripe age of 15 or 16, students are expected to know exactly which career they would like to pursue and the impact they want to have in the world. However, many students do not...

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Marie Mar 27, 2018 1010 views

How can one find their interests?

Colleges always ask prospects for their top interests and expect them to know which field they would like to study in. Unfortunately, the majority of students have no idea what they are truly interested in or have a passion in. This being said, how can study better prepare themselves for the...

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Joshua Mar 26, 2018 1032 views

what are the best websites to go on to apply for scholarships

I needed money for tuition for next year at a school I'm transferring to and I need a various number of websites I can apply too and not just any websites, I prefer to have the best ones. #scholarships #college #financial-planning

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Joshua Mar 26, 2018 1012 views

With a communications degree ho many opportunities do I have

My major is communications and I'm only a freshman. Im asking what my career opportunities would look like if i continue to pursue this major. #communications

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Arfa Mar 26, 2018 2013 views

How much do Medical Assistants make on average?

Hi, I am senior in high school and about to go off to college. I am currently enrolled in a program to become Certified Medical Assistant. I really want to be able to afford college and take some financial burden off my parents by working as a CMA part-time. Also, I will be getting exposure to...

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Arfa Mar 26, 2018 1370 views

Why do most individuals that have a pre-med track do their major in biology?

Hi, I am currently a senior in high school who will be attending college this fall semester. I aspire to become a doctor one day. I understand that I would have to be on the pre-med track in college to be considered by medical schools. I am a little confused on my major right now. I did ask a...

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chia Mar 24, 2018 1636 views

How do you believe that colleges can best combat microaggressions and discrimination on their campuses?

#diversity #college #race-discrimination

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chia Mar 24, 2018 1243 views

What is the best way to condense college graduation time to three years?

#college #graduation #bachelorsdegree

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Shelby Mar 23, 2018 1124 views

Tips for the ACT?

I've already taken the PSAT so I have a general idea of what the SAT is going to be like but I wanted to ask what to expect from the ACT. Thanks!

#sat #ACT #testing

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Shelby Mar 23, 2018 990 views

How difficult is dual majoring?

When I go off to college, I'm planning on dual majoring in education and musical theatre so I was just hoping for a general idea of what that's going to be like.

#college #dualmajor #education

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Zuhaad Mar 23, 2018 2320 views

How much expenses do the doctors have to pay?

I know doctors make a good amount of money but how much do they have to pay via taxes, college, and other fees if there are any? Also, since there are many fields in medicine, is it possible to become a doctor in two professions at once? Like being a psychiatrist and a dermatologist? #medicine...

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Zuhaad Mar 23, 2018 1376 views

How is a dermatologists life outside of work?

I aspire to be a dermatologist and I wonder how their life is outside of work. Like do they have a lot of free time if any and what are their typical hours? Also, do they always work at a hospital or can they have their own business? #medicine #business #dermatologist

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Kira Mar 18, 2018 1210 views

How focused is an economics major on fiance/business?

I'm thinking about majoring in Economics, but I have very little interest in going into a career related to Wall Street, the stock market, etc, or continuing on to business school. I'm most interested in economics research in behavioral economics, and some in policy. To what extent would a...

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Kira Mar 18, 2018 729 views

Are there any problems with entering college in the spring semester?

I've recently gotten accepted to a good college, but with admission deferred to spring semester. Once I get in, I'll be student just like any students, but I was wondering if there were any academic or social problems with not entering in the fall with most admitted freshman. Does anyone have...

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Tiara Mar 16, 2018 847 views

How do you organize a fashion show?

I am asking because I want to be a fashion designer and soon exploit my work.
##fashiondesigner

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Avika Mar 15, 2018 805 views

How important are internships before college?

I am going to college next year and I haven't done any internships yet. I plan on doing some during the summer after my freshman year. Do companies put emphasis on internships before college? #internships

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Avika Mar 15, 2018 1365 views

What are the hardest parts of learning to code?

I am going to be majoring in computer science so I want to know and start preparing.

#computer-science #technology

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Atiya Mar 14, 2018 1901 views

What is it like to work as a fashion magazine editor or journalist?

I am considering pursuing fashion journalism, but I don't know what the lifestyle of a journalist is. Is it mostly a desk job or would there be more walking around?
#fashion #journalism #choosing-a-career

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Atiya Mar 14, 2018 895 views

If I chose finance as my major, how difficult would it be if I decided to later pursue medical or law school?

I have many interests, and I am still somewhat undecided. I want to keep my options open, but I don't know if I would be able to pursue more than one interest in college.
Thank you.
#undecided #medicine #finance #choosing-a-major

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Amanda Mar 11, 2018 2022 views

What influence have the classics had on your understanding of literature?

Interested in further pursuing ancient Greek or Latin, curious as to how deeper study in those areas influences literary perceptions. #english-literature #classical-studies #literature #college-major

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Amanda Mar 10, 2018 1440 views

What's the most difficult or unexpected aspect of a career as a chemical engineer or materials scientist?

I'm incredibly fond of the idea of melding my interests in both chemistry and engineering/experimental work, and I'm interested in what the challenges of these fields might be, or how they might differ. #engineering #chemical-engineering #materials-science

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Tamiya Mar 09, 2018 734 views

What route should you take when you don’t know what to major in ?

I’m currently in the 11th grade and I’m unsure about what route I want to take as far as majors. I’ve been thinking about studying psychology but i’m not sure if I look at psychology as something that I’m passionate about or just as a really interesting topic. I don’t know if it something I...

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Asha Mar 02, 2018 1130 views

How do you maintain self-care as a nurse given the hours and rigor of the profession?

I read an article saying the the field of Nursing was one of the most unhealthy fields to enter, with nurses often being undernourished, sleep-deprived and suffering on-the-job injury. Being beacons for health and health education, I am interested in putting a few suggested practices in place...

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Asha Mar 02, 2018 1059 views

What is the scope of autonomy you have as a CNM Nurse-Practitioner?

I am preparing to study to become a Nurse-Midwife at Emory University. The end of the journey is becoming a Nurse Practitioner with a dual focus in Nurse-Midwifery and Women's Health. I'd like to know how much of what I desire to do in my practice is actually possible (where does the line cross...

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Kunbi Feb 01, 2018 1521 views

Do I have to go to medical school to become a cardiovascular perfusionist?

#doctor #cardiology #medicine

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Nirel Jan 29, 2018 743 views

How does chance play into employment?

Is there ever a set path that is definitively stagnant, or do we always run into spontaneity? #theunknown

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Nirel Jan 29, 2018 1034 views

Is determination enough to decide one's future?

#college-scholarships

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Matthew Jan 26, 2018 1597 views

Is there a growing demand for nuclear engineers?

#engineering #nuclear-engineering

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Matthew Jan 26, 2018 1665 views

. As I am only in 10th grade, what courses should i take in high school if I am looking to go into nuclear engineering.

#engineering #nuclear-engineering

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Matthew Jan 26, 2018 946 views

I am thinking about Nuclear Engineering as my major in college. As I am only in 10th grade, what courses should i take in High School

#engineering #nuclear-engineering

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David Jan 24, 2018 2185 views

How do I know when i'm making the right college and career decisions?

What are the signs and or characteristics of good decisions?
#decisions #decision-making #college-decisions #life-decisions #career-decisions #career-choice #college-choice #life-choice

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Isaiah Jan 24, 2018 1215 views

What is the optimal college-student vehicle?

I know that fuel efficiency is important since travelling home will be a frequent task, cheap maintenance is probably a plus; but what car would you suggest to a college student that simply wants a good car that will take him from point A to point B while in college without having to spend to...

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Isaiah Jan 24, 2018 926 views

Is it better to take graduate in business or a business concentration?

I've heard two ideas regarding the answer to this question: The first is that it is better to graduate with a concentration in business (for example supply management) because it makes you more valuable than a general business graduate. The second is that it is better to graduate with a...

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Tianna Jan 23, 2018 738 views

What are some great places to intern for psychology major

#counseling #internships

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Tianna Jan 23, 2018 1758 views

What is the hardest thing about being a social worker?

Currently a social work major #internships #social-work

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David Jan 23, 2018 3131 views

Is it best to chase after your dream or financial stability?

Everyone has that one thing they love to do, but know they probably won't make a lot of money from it though. Is it best to put stability over fun and passion? #philosophy #social-science-phd #social-science #social-sciences #career-counseling #career-choice #finance #business-finance...

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Terri Jan 23, 2018 1431 views

Were there any times when you wanted to give up on your dreams?

I am asking this because someone's answer might prevent students like me from giving up on my dreams.

#college-advice #student-development #education #career

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Terri Jan 23, 2018 1351 views

What is the hardest part about being an African-Ameican woman and becoming a mathematician?

I am asking this because I know it is very hard for an African-American woman to major in mathematics and work in this field. In addition, I am curious about how these mathematicians overcome the obstacles that they face.

#women-in-stem

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Lundyn Jan 23, 2018 1076 views

Good criminal justice college programs?

What undergrad programs are best for a career in criminal justice? Are there schools that have healthy relationships in the field? #criminaljustice #undergraduate #career-counseling

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Lundyn Jan 23, 2018 960 views

Internships or volunteer opportunities in criminal justice?

I am in high school and I want to have a career in criminal justice. I'm wondering what types of internships or volunteer opportunities I should get involved in now.
#criminaljustice #internships #volunteering

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Anne Jan 22, 2018 1106 views

What are some the best critical thinking resources out there that have helped you improve your thinking, writing, and memory?

#studying #studyskills #memory #critical-thinking #writing #studying-tips

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Anne Jan 22, 2018 2439 views

What are some strategies to improve your focus?

#studyskills #studying #studying-tips #study-habits #reading

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Peter Jan 21, 2018 1134 views

Computer Scientist Resume

As a soon to be a graduate computer scientist, how much detail should I have on my resume? For example, all of my programming projects or just the more noteworthy ones?

#computer-science #programming #resume

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Peter Jan 21, 2018 5284 views

Intern/Work in Australia

I recently came from a study abroad experience in Australia. I fell in love with the city of Melbourne and would like to know what are some of the best approaches for getting employment in Australia as a computer scientist?

#Australia #computer-science #programming

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