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Alexandra Sep 21, 2021 474 views

Why is there so much disconnect between public educators and education administrators?

#teaching seems like such a great career, and so does being an ed administrator, but with the modern-day "common core", "no child left behind" mentality, it ends up putting so much stress and pressure on teachers that does not translate into better student performance. What's worse is that...

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Rob Jul 02, 2021 434 views

As a student of Politics, I want to pursue a career in helping others. How do I go about getting into the industry?

I'm a student studying Politics and I want to pursue a career where I can help others. Ideally, I would like a role where I research and use the information to influence policy. The only problem is I have no real-world experience. Are there any good ways to get experience? I am looking at...

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Margot Jul 13, 2020 462 views

How do I narrow down focus on a career if I want to work in environmental science but also study how to mitigate its effects on society (environmental justice)?

I am a rising senior in high school and I am trying to figure out where I should apply to college and what career path I should pursue. I know I have time to decide what major, but I feel the need to focus my activities and classes on a more specific topic so my effort can go further in helping...

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Cristina Jun 15, 2020 542 views

Where could I do internships after a Master in economic policy that makes a difference for my cv

#internship #career #economy #policy #master #career-path

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Sophie Mar 27, 2020 477 views

What does a career in Educational Policy entail/look like?

I am majoring in Early Childhood Education in the fall but would like to focus on policy/government aspects. What types of careers work in this area of education? #teaching #education #college #career #policy

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Deana Aug 02, 2019 1126 views

What policy jobs can I get without an MPP?

I just finished a summer program in public policy, and discovered that while I love the topic, I'm not a big fan of how it is taught in MPP programs. What kind of jobs in public policy can I get without a degree? If I want to do policy advocacy, should I go ahead and pursue the degree? #policy...

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Aleksandar Mar 15, 2019 496 views

I want to become a lobbyist, tips?

My first well-paying job was at a machine shop which specializes in turbines and pumps. So, naturally, I fell in love with the manufacturing industry; however, I have always had interest in government. I thought how I could connect my two interests and a career in the environmental seemed like...

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Deana Dec 18, 2018 599 views

How do I learn about public policy as a social work student?

I'm interested in doing public policy and community organizing in the future, but I'm currently a social work student. There are only 2 classes about policy for social work, and I completed one with not a lot learned. I am pursuing a political science minor, but there are no classes on policy...

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Caitlin Jul 12, 2018 2080 views

What part of your job do you love the most?

I am an incoming freshman (Undeclared) with interests in Civil Engineering, Environmental Policy, Biostatistics, Data Science, Sociology, Public Health, Entrepreneurship, Product Design, Network Administration, and Financial Analyst & Planning. I am exploring different career possibilities...

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Rebecca Jun 21, 2018 1474 views

What career options are there for economics majors?

I am studying economics at Brown; I really like how economic thinking can solve problems, but I am not a huge fan of math (I do not plan to take any beyond statistics and Calc II which are required). I am very interested in public policy, but more from an applied microeconomics view (rather...

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Rebecca Jun 19, 2018 741 views

Should I go to law school?

I am interested in pursuing a career in public policy. A lot of people are telling me I should go to law school, but I don't really have that much interest in actually practicing law; rather, a lot of jobs I am interested in are dominated by former/current lawyers (ex: state legislator). Would...

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Deana May 24, 2018 711 views

What is it like working in public policy?

I am getting a degree in social work, but my interest lies in the macro side of the profession. I was looking at getting a degree in public policy after I finish undergrad, but I'm not sure what exact jobs there are in public policy. What skills are taught? Would I work for a company or for a...

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Luke Apr 16, 2018 939 views

if two employees were too fight would the both be in trouble of just the one who caused the fight

writing a paper on successful employees. #construction #human-resources #employment #conflict-resolution #policy #company-policy

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Abby Dec 03, 2017 638 views

What jobs are there in specifically science advocacy/outreach and public policy?

I want to pursue science, but I also want to contribute to bridging the current science-policy divide we're facing in America. Are there any careers that deal specifically with these issues? AAAS maybe?

#science #public-policy #policy #advocacy #career #career-path

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James Jan 26, 2017 948 views

What should I major in if I want to go to Law School?

I've heard you can major in anything since GPA is most important, but what about majoring in the specialization field you hope to work in? #law #lawyer #political-science #policy

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yashu Jul 01, 2016 789 views

what i want study for police

my self yashu i am studying 9 th std i have confused what i want to study so #teacher #professor #policy #good-friends

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harish May 09, 2016 851 views

how the society will improve?

i want to improve our socity #college #politics #studies #policy

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Hajira May 05, 2016 883 views

how to become a mentor?

Because its my favorite and my dream
#work #policy #unity3d