Brian Swain
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what skills/classes should I focus on doing good in to be ready for college. I'm planning to major in mechanical engineering ?
I'm currently taking precalc and HNR physics but I want to know I'f there's anything else I can do to prepare myself for college like CAD or something like that?
Why did you pick your specific engineering field over all of the other engineering fields?
I am interested in how you picked the specific engineering field.
Is a master's degree important for a career in civil engineering?
Should I gain work experience before I return for a master's degree?
A question I often think about is whether the study habits and discipline I’m building today will be enough to carry me through college and into a competitive career field. I wonder what skills I’ll need to develop now to make my future professional goals achievable.
I'm a graduating high school senior. Next year I will be attending the University of Tennessee Knoxville.
How do I chose my college and major ?
How do I decide what college or university I want to go to and how do I chose what majors I want to chose
How can I be better prepared for college?
I am playing college softball while also taking nursing classes and I am worried that I will get stressed and have to much stuff to do.
What are the best-paying jobs you can get with a chemistry degree straight out of college?
My degree isn't specialized and I'm looking for something hopefully in a laboratory setting that I could do in Utah, but I'm open to anything.
What research opportunities are available, such as faculty labs or getting your research published?
Clinical psychology #fall25
When should I join a club sport?
I'm soon going to be a freshman in Bloomsburg University in the fall after I graduate high shool. I got an email from my college about the club sports that I could join, and I want to join the equestrian club. But, I'm a bit worried when I should join the club.
What is the best way to stand out?
I want to become an engineer for Rolls Royce but, being such a large company, what is the best way to mark myself for success? I know that I can pursue this dream, but how should I let companies and employers know that I can? I appreciate any help. Thanks!
#Fall25. How do I start researching the best colleges to attend that have Mechanical Engineering programs ?
#Fall25. What schools in Idaho, Florida, and Colorado have the best Mechanical Engineering programs?
What are subjects to review in order to ensure that im ready for Aerospace engineering?
Im currently in my senior year of highschool and will be attending Penn state in the Fall semester for aerospace engineering, i've never been too great at math at least i feel im not where i want to be, but im prepared to study and get tutors to ensure that im capable for my degree.
How would I go about my interviewing process to get a job in mechanical engineering, and how would that differ for aerospace engineering and chemical engineering?
I have known that i have wanted to be an engineer since second grade, but i have been undecided between aerospace, mechanical, and chemical.
How do you begin to make connections and keep those connections if you do not have connections in higher places? #Fall25
I am a rising high school senior and I am aiming to be a first generation graduate from a university. Because I am an aspiring first generation graduate, I do not have any people that I can begin to ask questions about steps after university. What strategies would be best for finding people...
How do you balance personal fulfillment with your definition of success?
As a freshman in the Grainger College of Engineering at UIUC, I’m thinking about how to navigate an increasingly competitive career landscape. How can I pursue professional success while also staying aligned with my personal goals and sense of fulfillment? Can anyone share some thoughtful advice?
What is some advice for a college freshman unsure of how to effectively network?
Just a freshman trying to expand his connections and learn how to network.
Guys, If I want to get a good job for engineering right after College do I need to go to a big known school?
Currently in 12th and I'm looking through schools but the big programs are incredibly competitive and I don't know if I'm cut out compared to others applying. I'd like to apply to state schools but I've heard bigger schools give you a better chance of getting a job right after.
Have you guys ever seen so indecisive!?
Does anyone always wanted to be a guitarist as a kid?! And now I’m on my way to be a guitarist and an automotive engineer has anyone had a similar experience?!
How can a introvert person be able to make friends when they go to college their first year?
I'm a senior student going to Bloomsburg University for majoring in ASL interpreting and English translation in the fall of 2026. I'm an introvert as well, which kind of makes it hard for me to make friends outside of school. If I'm going to college for ASL interpreting, how can I make new...
What Can i do to prepare for Mechanical Engineering?
Im a high school Senior looking to attend college and get a degree in mechanical engineering. What can I do to prepare myself? What can i expect to see?
Would Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering be the best fit for me?
I am interested in engineering and I want to stay close to the trades. (to be clear what I mean by the trades are the skilled construction trades like carpentry, electrical, and plumbing). I enjoy working with moving parts like with power tools, I like doing electrical wiring work, and I am...
How long does it take colleges to process your FAFSA number and create a package for you and what does it mean if it originally says that I am not eligible for federal/State aid #Fall25?
I am a senior in high school waiting for more info about financial support for a college I am interested in. #Fall25
What does a job as a mechanical engineer look like and what tasks would you do?
I'm curious to know what everyday life for an engineer would look like. Does working as an engineer mean a more flexible day-to-day life?
How do I go about finding the right major for myself?
I am a 17 year old high-school student and I've been doing photography for quite some time and started my own business from it. But I'm also a student who loves math and engineering and I feel as if I'm destined for it, but I'm still unsure because of how much I love photography. #Fall25
How do I decide which college to transfer to?
I'm currently enrolled in a community college and am planning on transfering to an university for electrical engineering after finishing my gen ed. Typically, what should I look for when making the choice and how do I know that an university have good funding for the major I want?
What is a good starting salary for a hospitality management major?
I am a sophomore at FDU studying hospitality management and tourism. I am a skilled baker with experience in restaurant and retail.
Should I continue doing extracurriculars/sports I don't love anymore since they will make my college application look better?
I'm a junior, and I'm not as interested in some of my extracurriculars as I used to be. I feel like I'm only doing them because I don't want to quit when I'll be applying to college next year, but they're also making it harder to find time for the things I enjoy. My parents cautioned me against...
Do I switch my major?????
I am currently a Mechanical engineering student, but I am dreading the rest of my classes. I love the design and problem solving, but hate the math/physics/theory side of things. Do I just push through the rest of my classes, or is mechanical engineering not for me?
Practical activities?
What IT jobs can I get with an Associate's degree in Information Technology? I enjoy building things and like hands-on jobs that are also well-paid. I learn quite quickly, so any practical job I can get with my Associate's degree in Information Technology would be a good career option for me.