Wilmington, Illinois
How do I start makinrg friends at school?
What are the best ice breakers?
#college #experiences
Is it a good idea to pursue a career in an industry that is oversaturated?
Many career paths that I am interested in are overstaturated and I believe that trying to pursue a career in these industries would be a waste of time and money because finding a job wouldn’t be easy. #career-choice
How do I find a mentor and What should I look for in a mentor?
I will be starting college soon, and I’m really freaking out because I feel don’t have a clear idea on what career path I want to take. I feel like I need someone to help and guide me throughout my college years.
#mentor
Where can I find scholarships for Criminal Justice?
I've tried looking for scholarships for Criminal Justice, I've found about three, but all of them have either passed or I do not fit the requirements that the scholarship asks for.
#CriminalJustice
#LawSchool #scholarships #financial-aid #scholarship #law-enforcement
Is there a difference between High School teachers and professors in college?
#courses #personality #college #high-school
Is it okay to apply for a work-study job freshman year of college?
#jobs #first-job #career-choice
As a music educator, what strategies do you use to deal with problems such as upset parents/students, difficulty with the school administration, self-doubt, etc.?
#music #education #college #school #music-education
How do you avoid burnout (even if the work/studying you're doing is something you love)?
Specific info pertaining to a career in music education would help, but all answers from different areas of expertise are welcome #musiced #burnout #college #career
Can fashion designers sell their designs to companies with no ties afterwards?
I onced saw this on a Korean drama where a girl would sell her fashion designs to companies and they would pay her in return. It looked like the company was only interested in the design and wanted the designer to handed down the rigthst to own her design. I am just curious whether this...
Where are some good schools or intership places to study/learn more about haute couture?
Ever since I discored Michael Cinco's haute coture fashion designs, I have developed a love for the way he eleganltyl creates and decorates his dresses. They are very unique and intrique to look at which is why I think I have evolve this intertest in learning more about this type of fashion...
What can I do to maximize my chances of getting into medical school and, in the case that I am not accepted, what is the next step I can take?
I am a rising college sophomore looking to attend medical school post-graduation. I have read that medical schools are interested in many things including MCAT scores, GPA, extracurricular activities, letters of recommendation, ability to answer interview questions, etc. I am, therefore,...
What does a normal day for a forensic pathologist look like?
I am a college student with the intention of becoming a forensic pathologist. I have researched the career and am aware of the courses I must take, the schooling required, and the description of what the job entails; however, I am having a hard time finding what it is forensic pathologists face...
What are some internships involved with animation or illustration?
I'm studying to go into the animation field, along with concept art. Does anyone know of companies that have internships for those just starting out?
#art #artist #animation #internship #illustration
What are the best student loans to apply for?
I'm starting to apply for loans and want to find out which ones will have good interest rates and come from trusted places.
#loans #student-loans #student
How can I study abroad with a Neuroscience major?
All of my classes are going to be very science based and I'm not sure how I could fit Studying Abroad into my schedule since the country I want to go to does offer very many science courses through my schools program. #study-abroad #neuroscience
Are 18 credit hours in a semester a lot?
I'm going to be a college Freshman in the fall and I found out because of my major, I will have to take18 credit hours my first semester. Are there any tips on managing time or advice from anyone's personal experience out there? #student #job #professors #school #timemanagement
Are there any test or exams to become a PNP?
#pediatric-nurse-practitioner #medical-field #medicine #nurse #nursing
What are a few ways to get in state tuition if you don't happen to live in the state at the moment?
So I live in Illinois where colleges are super expensive. I am all in for going out of my way to save money, but I am not sure what the best way to do it would be. I've heard that if my house was under my dad's name, then I could rent a place in North Carolina and have the apartment under my...
Do you think it is smart to go into journalism as a major even if I just have a passion for writing about sports?
So I am currently a junior who is a big sports geek. I love many sports, although I can not play any right now. I currently have a concussion and have had one since March 18, of 2017. The sports I was playing in high school were soccer and basketball. I was a better soccer player than...
Where are reliable places I can look for internships?
I just wanted to start looking for some before I started school and was just wondering which websites are the best.
#internships
What are some important skills to have as a film major?
What can I do to position myself as of right now before I go on to film school in order to set myself up to what to expect.
#film
Potential Scholarships
What are some scholarships I can apply to? #collegeisexpensive #wothit
Social Work
What is your best piece of advice for those going beginning their Master's in Social Work? #grad-school #graduate-school #masters #social-work
What are the most important qualities employers look for in interviewees?
I have many interviews coming up for internships and potential jobs, and I want to know how to "wow" everyone I interview with. #employment-opportunities #bethebest
What is some advice a Pre-Vet major can give me?
I'm going to college to become a veterinarian, and I'm curious.
#veterinary
What university should I choose?
I've been accepted into 6 out of 8 colleges, but I want to choose the right one.
#decisions
What are some good techniques for writing scholarship essays?
I am a sophomore in High School and I need some help writing my scholarship essays. What tips and tricks do you all have?
#scholarships
What are some good study routines?
I am a sophomore in High School and I was wondering what are your method for studying for finals and AP tests
#APtest #finals #ap #testing #studying #study-skills
How hard is it to get a paid internship?
Because I hope I get lucky enough to obtain an internship that will help pay for my education #civil-engineering #internships #paid-internships #job #money #finance
How to get into your dream school?
I am a junior in high school and I need to know some tips of getting into your dream school. #college-admissions
What are the best ways to prepare for the sat?
I'm nervous about the test because the first time I took it I didn't get such a great score. #stressed #collegereadiness
In college what was one of your toughest things you had to overcome and how did you get past it?
I am wondering about something you may have struggled with sometime in college and how you overcame the problem. #college
Do colleges or other businesses offer internship or shadowing programs?
In high school or college, do businesses provide the opportunity to gain hands on experience in the workforce? To learn more about the major we are studying. #business #internships
In the interview process, what qualities do they look for when deciding to give you the job?
What characteristics are beneficial to exemplify to employers that you have, and that are positive in the workplace. #interviews #jobs
If you could, what would you do differently in selecting a college and a major.
As a high school junior, what advice can you give me in the selection process. #college #college-selection #college-course-selection
With a business degree, how influential is the name on your diploma in the interview process?
On average, college tuition has more than doubled in the last 20 years. Many college students graduate with significant debt, is it worth going to a school that is more expensive with an equal reputation of another school. While still getting the same degree. #business #after-college...
Is "drafter" a still-used position at engineering firms? What skills does a drafter need?
For example, if you were going to a college with vocational courses, would it make sense to try to pursue something that prepares you to become a drafter? Are engineering firms still looking for people to handle just drafting, or do they only want engineers? If they are, what are the...
Would someone graduating at 40 with their first degree in civil engineering have a chance in the workforce?
Is it sensible or feasible (or how does the outlook seem in general) to get one's first degree at 40 as a civil engineer? (Entering college at 35, graduating at 40) Would potential employers be biased against an "old" newbie, making it impossible to pay off school debt at such a late date...
Can I apply to dental school and hygiene school at the same time?
I have been put on a wait list to dental schools. I am going to reapply again but I am keeping my options open just in case dental school will not accept me again. I am also going to apply at a hygiene school. ( Note I have all the requirements I needed for dental my scores were not that bad....
What are some good summer jobs to have before going into your first year of college
I'm just curious
#work-life-balance
How do you deal with a professor that you suspect is racially bias?
I am a black girl going to a PWI and I just want some tips and advice on how to handle this situation if it ever happens in my undergraduate and graduate college experience. #african-american #college-advice
What is the hardest part about being an African American woman in a white, male-dominated field?
I am an a African American woman who interested in going into the journalism profession.
#journalism #magazines #online-journalism #broadcast-journalism
Whats the best way to handle all the college offers received?
I've gotten plenty of offers, some better than others, but i know i can't accept them all. How would i go about denying the others? #college #college-admissions #college-selection
What is the best approach to handling loans?
Not only in regards of getting them. Are they available elsewhere, apart from the colleges themselves? Interest? What would be the best way of repaying them?
#management #loans #finance
What are some helpful tips to effectively manage my time between school and a social life during college?
I am off to my first year of college in the fall, and I am going to have to learn how to balance my time between school and a social life in a way that keeps me mentally healthy and happy. #college-advice #time-management #college
What job opportunities would be available to me with a declared double major in Cognitive Neuroscience and Psychology, and what steps can I take while in college to better my chances at obtaining a job?
As stated in the question, I am double majoring in Cognitive Neuroscience and Psychology. I want to study the relation of the brain to cognition and behavior to gain a better understanding of the only partially unlocked human mind and how this understanding can help with mental health and...
Is changing your major normal or am I just overthinking college?
I am entering #college in the field of #engineering but unsure if it's safe to be changing my major all "willy-nilly". #college-major #career
What jobs can I enter with a Bioengineering Degree?
I plan to enter the #college of #engineering with a major in Biological engineering but I can't help but feel I am missing something.#college-advice #bioengineering
What strengths should I have to be a OBG-YN or a general peds surgeon?
#futureleaders #future-careers-consulting
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