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What sort of jobs can you get with a degree in digital media?
Is digital media a worthwhile degree and what sort of jobs can you get? #media #programming #technology #computer
How do I know when I've found a potential career mentor?
When is safe to approach someone in a higher position than you to form a connection? How can you ensure you're not stepping out of line in doing so? #career #mentor #connections
Which major can I get to become a pediatrician?
I am going to Portland State University, so I want to know which specific major it is. Also, it will help me to be prepare for specific class for the right major. #majors #college #pediatrics #medicine #health #healthcare #major
What is the hardest part of transitioning from high school to college? How do I help myself in that transition?
#high-school #moving #college #college-life
Do you believe in determining your fate through education or do you believe in more of a"whatever happens, happens" approach when it comes to schools and careers?
Sometimes I think that no matter where I end up or what I do, I will find a way to enjoy it. I was wondering if anyone shares this view or opposes it. #career #fate #college #jobs #life #destiny
How do you handle homework and recreational activities?
Whenever you are enrolled in an academically intensive major, you get assigned a lot of homework and reading assignments. My questions revolves around the idea of how exactly do you find the time for your personal engagements and do well in your courses without sacrificing all of your time to...
What are some advice for an introvert to get involved in college?
#social life #college
What are the best steps to take as someone who would like to pursue both social work and animation?
I plan to finish college with at least a bachelor's in animation, but possibly a masters! This would mean I would probably have to double major. I'd like to do this at UGA, UNG, or maybe Breanau here in Georgia. This has been my plan for quite some time, however, if there are better options...
What to prepare for studying abroad?
I am still confused as to where I should continue my study. I am considering studying abroad. What are the requirements to do so?
#college
What is the best way to decide your major when you have multiple different interests?
#majors #language #college #college-major
What is a great school it get into for Inter design?
I just starting high school and I kind of know what I want to do. I just need help getting there. I don't know where to start.
#high-school #college
What's the best search tool for jobs after college?
I feel like getting a degree isn't enough to get a job. You actually have to know where to look if you want a job in the degree you graduated from. #college #jobs #job-search
When in college should I know what exactly I want to do in my future ?
I am about to be an undergrad at a 4 year college and don't know what I want to do. I am scared about when I should figure everything out. #help #college
Motivational tips to keep me motivated.
I loved school but since I've been in college I am always tired and have no motivation to do the best that I can. #college
tips for sudying while working at the same time?
currently taking 5 classes in college and I also work, how can I focus in school #college
How to be an effective studier?
I've struggled with taking good notes and how to study and retain information so if you could help me out, that would be great. #career #student #school
How do you get connections in film/production?
I'm going back to college and also changing my major. And it's around this time where I have to start looking for internships and/or apprenticeship that relates to the major that I choose. Is there any place or people that I can meet where I can get connections in order to pursue this?...
What does it take to get a job at the Smithsonian Institution?
I am majoring in Hisotry and I want to be a curator. I want to know are there any connections I need to make to get the job? #career
How can I make college worth it?
For a Finance Major:
Which clubs are worth taking?
Should I start internships right away?
Is it smart to graduate in 3 years?
#college #finance #internships #scholarships #honorscollege
What are the most competitive Finance Internships in America?
I would like to start applying to internships but I want to make it worth my while. Which internships will stand out on a CV or lead to a potential job in Finance?
#internships #jobs #resume #finance #competitive
Is it difficult on you if you don’t take college classes in high school ?
When you’re in college is it harder if you don’t have college level classes in high school? #high-school #college
Is it a bad idea to wait until after college to get my first "real" job?
Other than working a bit with my parents on their retail business and running a few small chess camps, I have no work experience and little income coming in. Will that hurt me in the long run when finding a job after college? #FirstJob #Career #Experience
what should i write my common app essay on if i want to major in computer science?
#science #computerscience
What is a science related job that doesn’t involve a lot of math?
I hate math but I love science #science
Before I enter college to study for a career in creative writing, what are other ways to expand my writing skills on my individual time along with writing stories and short poems?
I love writing fiction like fanasy and young adult. I also write short poems and am currently writing a young adult novel. #writing #career
Who knows of great places to job shadow in college?
In need of places to job shadow for medical experience.
#jobs
Do colleges look for involvement with sports and organizations?
I participate in cheerleading, track and field, fellowship of christian atheles, younglife, and multiple volunteering programs. Are colleges interested in students tha can balance these things and maintaining a good GPA. Basically, what impact does extra-curriculars bring to the college world....
What is a goal GPA for a high school student?
The GPA is very important to colleges. I want to make sure I fit the expectation!
#highschool #GPA #college
What are some job opportunities in the engineering field?
I'm interested in an engineering job, but i'm not sure what is available. #engineering
What should I do to get an internship during winter break?
I am a rising junior majoring in Computer Engineering. I would like to use my winter break effectively by getting an relevant internship to occupy that time. I've heard that's it's incredibly difficult to do so, though. I've been googling "software development winter break internships" and...
Any advice for someone who may not have significant extracurricular to add to their college application?
#college #collegadvice #advice
Is it difficult to do well in an engineering major in college without any background experience?
I didn't participate in a robotics club or activities that involved designing and building anything, but I am a bit curious to explore it in college because I am undecided in what I want to pursue. Will it be difficult to catch up in college without any background knowledge or experience?...
What are the best ways to get involved in your career field?
Sometimes finding jobs can be tough and connecting into your field during college has a huge advantage. #career #career-development
How can you set yourself apart from other interns?
I hope to land a federal job after college. They offer limited intern positions, and permanent jobs are only offered to a couple of people. How can I prove I would be the best person for the job? #jobs #internship #competitive
What should I prepare myself for if I intend on going into accounting as a career?
#career #accounting #career-development
What school would be top on the list if I were to major in accounting?
#major #university #college #major
What should I prepare myself for if I intend on majoring in accounting?
#career #business #college
Which is a better profession to pursue: marching band or computer science?
I've been around computers all my life and I love working with them. However, it seems like it could be a lot of work and not much fun to do as a job. Marching band/music seems really fun, but I don't think it'd be worth it money-wise and I won't be able to do it my entire life unless I go into...
What's the best computer science profession to pursue?
Should I go for computer programming, IT, computer technician, or anything else? I love working with computers and I'm not sure which one is the most fun or best paying. #computers #technology #IT
A long-term goal of mine is to own a business, but I'm unsure of what kind of business I want to have. How do I figure out what I want to do?
A dream of mine is to attend the College of Charleston and major in business. I want to be able to know what my plan is to achieve being a business owner, but first, I need to know what I want my business to be! #business #majors #entrepreneur #CofC #SouthCarolina
What majors should I consider for a future in event planning?
#eventplanning #college #majors
If I end up not being satisfied with my area of nursing, how easy can I change it? (ex: Pediatrics to ER nurse)
#nursing #college #career #career-advice #career-choice
How do i get to my dream job ?
what are the steps that i need to start ? #jobs
Has there ever been a time you doubted your major or career choice? And how did you go about handling that?
#doubtcareer #notsure #career-choice #major #clinicalpsychologist
What colleges have good Chemistry programs and how could I get more scholarships for them?
Naturally, I have my two big choices of where to go to school. I have a 30 on the ACT and I want to know what else could work for me at cheaper options than the two I'm considering. #college #scholarships #chemistry
How do you make applying for colleges less stressful?
It's the summer before senior year starts and my parents have been on me about applying all summer. However, its hard to know where to start and its so overwhelming. How can you make it easier? #college
During college does joint organizations make it more difficult to succeed?
I’m in a total of 5 organizations on campus and some are sports and others are connected with the SGA. #success #career
I aspire to major in mechanical engineering and I want to get a head start on an internship in Lockheed Martin this Senior year. What are some qualifications I should know about when applying?
I have a 4.0 GPA, I go to an early college high school known as Arlington Collegiate, and I would like to attend UTA after graduating in order to start working on my Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering. #internships #engineering #high-school
What should you major in College if you are look to be a pediatrician?
#pediatrician #pediatrics #pediatric-nursing #professors #career # collegefreshman