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lauryn Mar 11, 2017 1910 views

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

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Michelle Mar 12, 2017 1352 views

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...

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Mounia Mar 07, 2017 3123 views

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...

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Jamie Mar 09, 2017 1480 views

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...

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Ching Ting Mar 08, 2017 2152 views

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...

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Mohammad Mar 06, 2017 11762 views

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...

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Mohammad Mar 06, 2017 1471 views

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...

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Morgan Mar 06, 2017 2089 views

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...

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Anaka Mar 05, 2017 1503 views

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...

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Esther Mar 04, 2017 1672 views

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...

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Kelly Mar 03, 2017 1613 views

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...

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Katherine Mar 02, 2017 7146 views

Is social media positive or negative influence? I need arguments for both sides please.

I need help for a career. #students #social-media

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Gion Konrad Mar 02, 2017 2049 views

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...

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Harris Mar 02, 2017 3325 views

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...

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Ena Feb 26, 2017 1041 views

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