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In college, what is the best place to live?
Like which would help more when it comes to cost: parents, on campus housing, or your own place? #college #cost #affordable-housing
How long did it take you to find your career calling? How did you define the should and must of life?
I know someone who is stuck at the crossroad of should and must. He dropped out during 3rd year university, and he quit his insurance broker job. He is currently doing nothing, and I know he's looking for his calling. How long does this take? I know it doesn't come at a snap. I just want to see...
What is the best way to initiate an informational interview?
I am looking to contact local therapist and counselors on Psychology Today. I am wondering if I should just send them an email explaining that I am an aspiring Career Counselor and ask if I can get an informational interview or should I call them? What are the best methods for an informational...
How can I manage time effectively?
I am a junior in high school and one skill that i need to grasp is time management. I ask this because I still need to learn how to finish my schoolwork on time but also still want to participate in many activities. I believe that time management skills will also help me in the long run so I...
Does GPA really matter in the job market?
I often feel stressed out and anxious over midterms and papers because I am afraid of getting bad grades. However, it takes so much of my time to do my school work that I even feel that doing exercise, cooking healthy meals, doing chores or meeting my friends are all a waste of time. Is GPA...
How crucial is the choice of the thesis vs. non-thesis option in the Master's degree?
I am a graduate student in Electrical Engineering who opted for the non-thesis option in order to avoid the uncertainty of the time of graduation that is associated with the thesis option. However, I am also planning to pursue a PhD in the future and I have heard how not choosing the thesis...
What is the best approach to take towards a poorly taught course?
I am a graduate Electrical Engineering student and throughout my career as a student I found that there were a few classes that provided less than satisfactory learning experience and I've always felt unsure about how to approach such classes. I feel that I tend to be uncertain about who to...
What strategies help to balance school and a part time job in college?
I am a high school student who will be going to college soon. Depending on where I go, I may need a part time job to afford tuition and living expenses. Past or present working undergraduates, how hard has it been to balance school with work and what are some strategies that would make life...
Does a lack of summer internship threaten you're success in applications after graduation?
A summer internship during college is highly coveted but obtaining one is highly competitive and very difficult. Thus, by not having one in your second year of university, are you jeopardising post-university plans? Or will finding an alternative job or volunteering role be as useful? #college...
Does transferring school put you behind the rest of your peers?
I want to plan accordingly to decide if I want to stay or transfer to another school for next semester. However, since a lot of the core classes that I am taking now will not be transferred (I did a little research), I am worried that I will be behind the game if I do transfer. Thus, I hope you...
Is it better to go to an art college, or an arts and sciences college?
I'm a freshmen in high school, and I'm currently trying to choose between a college specifically for art, or an arts and sciences college. If I wanted to major in illustration, which type of college should I go to? Is it better to go to an arts and sciences college because I will meet different...
Is social media positive or negative influence? I need arguments for both sides please.
I need help for a career. #students #social-media
Is it possible to have 2 careers at the same time?
i want to pursue both architect and a game a game developer or a programmer , mostly i have been studying different kinds of programming language for the past years and also theres something inside me that wanting to be an architect for 2 years now. yes. i have been studying about architecture...
can i change accounting to any other major ?
My major is accounting.. I am doing associates and earned 40 credits so far. i am not full time student even i skip my semesters because of my family issues . now i want to start a new career .. should i change career now or first complete this one ? i am good in computer but i never study...
HR or manager faces internship in Mainland China
I am not sure wether I will work in North America in future. I decide to have first formal internship this summer in China. But much information told me that Chinese work experience would become useless. #us #work-experiece
I need help!
what are some personality traits that help with becoming a lawyer? What are some helpful technical skills for becoming a lawyer. Thanks for al of the help! #law #lawyer #law-school #law-practice #personal-development #career-details
What are some the best ways to network at a college career fair?
I am a junior at Queens College #career
How can i become an actress at 24 when i have a degree in engineering?
I've always wanted to become an actress but since I was academically strong, I chose engineering. However my passion hasn't died down but I don't have much experience either. I'm also an Indian female from South Africa and I haven't had the financial means to pursue acting even as a hobby. I...
What do u need to be a officer
To be an officer #united-states-government
Is volunteering a lot enough to make me stand out when applying to colleges?
I am homeschooled, so I don't have very many extracurricular activity opportunities. I do volunteer a lot, usually 150-200 hours a year. Will that be enough to make me stand out when I apply to colleges, or no? Thanks! #college #business #education #higher-education #volunteering...
Does community college required
I want to know does University of the District of Columbia community college required any test to get admission in associate degree? #college #college-admissions #columbia-university
What are alternatives to becoming a career coach/career counselor?
I'm wondering what are similar job titles? #jobs #career-counseling #career-path
Which schools have the best programs for transfer students?
I will be graduating this May with an associate's degree. I'm looking for schools that have human resources or business administration programs that will accept all or most of my 70 credits. I've been looking around at the colleges in my area. I'm asking for a second opinion. #college...
Is the military a good place to start your career of becoming a pilot.
I have been presented with the chance of going but i wounder if its a good choice. #airline-industry #pilot #commercial-pilot #airplane
What should a college senior make sure they have done before they graduate?
Which resources should I make sure I take advantage of before I graduate? #college #graduate
Is a small college better than a big college?
I'm applying for college and I'd like more insight on the advantages and drawbacks of both small and large campuses. #college #highschool #college-applicatons
is there a specific age limit you have to be to go to college
hi my name is ryder but i go by cole. i want to be a police officer and i want to know what age i have to be to go to college. #college #career #jobs #college-jobs #police-academy #helping-people
What are some of the steps to become a vet . ?
I wanna know what classes I need to take to become a vet ? #college #veterinary
Should I apply online or in person for a restaurant or retail job?
I need career advice.
Should i apply online or in person its for a job.
I ask maybe someone knows how did you get your first job was it online or in person what would you do? I mean a part time publix walmart mcdonalds restaurant/store job.
which type of engineering has the most jobs
I'd like to know which type of engineering will give me a better chance of getting a job #engineering #mechanical-engineering