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Jerry Tingstad

Professor/middle school teacher/48 years
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New York, New York
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Arpan May 26 2932 views

How to get involved in Policy & Law as a Business Student?

I'm a senior in high school who has a new interest in political science and law and has a background in business and marketing. What should be my first steps to get more career experience this summer?

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Elissa May 12 1481 views

How do I find good internships to get into politics such as an internship in the UN? What are some good opportunities and options for such?

I am currently in all honors classes as a freshmen and I am a part of my schools medium sized delegation secretariat for MUN, and I have won multiple awards in rigorous committees. I know I am doing everything right in that department and my courses/education, but I want to take it a step...

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Shelbi Apr 23 482 views

Should I get a summer job at a daycare to give me more experience before I go to college to become an elementary school teacher?

I have my teacher’s aide certificate, my CPR + First Aid license, plus two years of experience of working in a classroom with children. I want to work at a daycare and get to do fun activities with the kid, and get better at being around them in more social situations. I’m autistic so it get...

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samantha Apr 23 361 views

What can you do with a political science major?

I am interested in this major but am not sure what careers would follow it.

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Brayden Apr 28 300 views

Am I good enough to secure a position in my chosen field?

I am hoping to pursue a career in history with the ultimate goal of becoming a professor of some sort. I understand that I am academically gifted and I am more knowledgeable about history than the average person, but that isn't exactly a high bar for collegiate positions. Everyone wanting these...

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Ariana Apr 27 409 views

What advice would you offer and opportunities would you highlight to someone pursuing their undergraduate degree in Anthropology, with an accompanying interest in Osteology and Ethics?

I am a 12th grader and uncommitted to a college at the moment. I am very passionate about Anthropology and am finding it difficult to find mentors in the field who can give me some words of advice towards the best opportunities and activities to pursue during the summer before undergrad and...

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Jrace Apr 29 473 views

What is the day in the life of an FBI agent #Spring25?

Im currently interested in becoming an FBI agent and wonder what their day to day looks like.

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Davis May 01 430 views

What is the best way to get an internship as a Political Science major? I would love something in a capital city or a government building for the best experience. #Spring25

I will be attending the University of Arkansas. I would love an internship as well as an opportunity to study abroad.

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Caleigh Apr 28 237 views

What are your go-to strategies for managing common classroom challenges in an elementary classroom?

I'm a senior in high school looking to study elementary education next year.

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Hannah May 01 461 views

What should I study if I can’t choose between History, English, or anthropology. Convince me why one speciality is best suited for my interests.

I am current student at community college, I will be transferring in 2026 to Purdue’s college of liberal arts. I love writing, more specifically trying out poetry techniques, but I also love research, specifically into the history of science and technology, learning about how advances in...

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Kendalyn Apr 29 894 views

What is the best way to help students improve their skills for answering history stimulus questions in an AP history class (Either AP World History or AP U.S. History)?

I've tutored another student who's had trouble with them but I'm not sure how to help her improve.

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Matthew Apr 29 230 views

What is it like working on Capitol Hill as a staffer?

I know that the job is often shifting, changing, and exceedingly busy, but what is the actual workload? What do you come to work every day expecting to do?

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Olivia Apr 28 339 views

What courses were the biggest help to you as an elementary education major?

I am entering Millersville University in the fall. Just curious as to what others have thought about the courses offered for an education major - like what was your favorite? Or what course really surprised you?

#Spring25

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Evelyn Apr 23 137 views

What is the key to becoming the best elementary school teacher you can be?

second year college student and education major

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Monae Apr 24 796 views

Did you do any internships while majoring in political science If so, how did you find them, and what was the experience like? #Spring25?

I'm currently attending college for Political Science and was hoping to get an understanding on what I should do to get a footing in the field.