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Andrew Au

Professor of Mathematics & Statistics, Retired
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Irah Mar 13, 2023 414 views

What can I do to be an astronomer? What classes would I take in college? Is it expensive to be one?

I'm in 11th grade in high school, the sky interests me and fills my head with questions, theories, and emotions. I would like to know how to be one who studies the sky?

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Khanh Mar 13, 2023 949 views

What college major should I choose if I good at math?

idk what to write here

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Genevieve Mar 06, 2023 561 views

Data Science/Scientist Questions

I recently learned about the field of Data Science. I'm seriously considering a career in Data Science because it combines my interests in math, computer science, research, and writing. I'm really interested in learning more about it as a career. My questions are: 1.) What do data scientists...

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Keilana Mar 03, 2023 349 views

What math classes should I take to help with getting a Ph.D. in biochemistry?

I want to try and get a Ph.D. in about 7 years and want to know what classes will help me with that.

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Hannah Mar 02, 2023 507 views

what are some money tips you would give to high schoolers?

I'm getting close to the end of my Junior year and I'm job hunting right now. I was wondering if there's any money saving tips you wish you knew.

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Abby Feb 28, 2023 412 views

What do Astronomers do?

What do Astronomers do?

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Steven Feb 28, 2023 448 views

How do you organize your time as a physicist or engineer?

How do you organize your time as a physicist or engineer?

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Vincent Feb 27, 2023 443 views

What engineering major uses most math?

What engineering major uses most math? Which one is right for me?

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Vincent Feb 17, 2023 501 views

What are the prerequisite of astro physics?

I am interest in learning more about physics within our world. Space is a very unique and it's a vast area that we humans have only dabbled in. The universe is indefinite and learning more about the subject will help us explore more about the realm of space and its functionality.

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Crimson Feb 08, 2023 592 views

Interested in teaching high-school level Mathematics.

What classes should I focus on and take in college? What colleges are best to become a math teacher? Is there any specific information I know before starting this college profession? How will a master's/bachelor's degree help me once I am out of college and should I focus on getting my...

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Thaddeus Nov 17, 2022 388 views

What is the best way to manage my time in high school ? Without courses granted

I don't have the resources I want to pursue higher education. How can I go about gaining knowledge?

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Emma Nov 01, 2022 739 views

Jobs in Mathematics?

What jobs involving math make a lot of money?

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Kristina Nov 10, 2022 711 views

How difficult is it to find a career after graduating from an astronomy major?

I really enjoy my physics class and I want to major in astronomy, but am not sure what I want to do with it after college. I'm afraid it will be difficult for me to find a career that I will really love.

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Treyton Nov 03, 2022 663 views

Careers that involve math

Hey guys! I am a student at Beatrice High School. I am interested in learning about a career, more specifically one that involves math. Any suggestions?

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allie Oct 31, 2022 693 views

What should I expect from upper level math?

I love math and I definitely see myself involving it in my career. How does upper-level mathematics, specifically calculus, differ from math I have encountered in high school, my highest being AP Calculus? And which paths have more challenging math?

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Marvin Oct 27, 2022 491 views

Is physics required if you're a cs major in college?

I was told that as a cs major, you are required to take a few physics classes but I don't really see the correlation between physics and cs so I'm not really sure.

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jiali Oct 27, 2022 343 views

Future path.

What careers related to advance math?

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dima Oct 04, 2022 567 views

Math feilds?

What are some good high-paying jobs that are in the math or statistics field, that have minimal college.

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Genevieve Sep 22, 2022 629 views

If I'm good at math, what careers should I look into?

Accounting, actuary, computer science, finance, economics, etc.? What about less common careers?

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Shirley Sep 27, 2022 1137 views

What college major should I go for if I like math and music?

I'm a Senior in high school and will be submitting my applications in two months. I like math and music, but I am lost if there are any majors related. Could I get some recommendations?

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Melinda Sep 27, 2022 838 views

Should I take AP Chem or AP Stats?

I plan to major in Computer Science and become a software engineer. Should I take these classes?

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Genevieve Jul 26, 2022 1675 views

Are online or in-person math classes better?

I'm toying around with the idea of getting my bachelor's in math. I prefer online school, and I'm really doing well in my online statistic class. However, my older brother took calculus via a online class and he really struggled (normally he does really well with online classes). Mathematicians...

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sakshi prasad Jul 05, 2022 529 views

confused about what to pursue in college

hi, I am a student currently studying in class 12th with major subjects as math, physics and chemistry. I'm really confused about the career should pursue further. I'm interested in being a commercial pilot but taking aeronautical engineering as an ug course will leave me with minimal options....

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Jaden Jun 03, 2022 830 views

Is it difficult to become an Architect?

I’m really interested in becoming one. I know that no career choice is easy but how much math is involved? Would anyone recommend it? Anything would be helpful.

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Katarena May 05, 2022 1208 views

How do I combine arts and math in a career.

Art and math are my favorite classes so I want to find a way to combine them for a career.

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Gianna Apr 05, 2022 1176 views

whats the difference between business administration and statistics?

difference between stats and business administration since they both have similar prerequisites?

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Jessie Apr 03, 2022 2507 views

Courses in high school

A lot of colleges recommend that students take all three fundamentals of science (biology, chemistry, physics), however I'm looking into doing AP Biology instead of doing physics since biology is more related to my field of interest. Will that affect anything when I'm applying to college?

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William Feb 03, 2022 575 views

What kind of fields requires engineering?

I'm a junior in high school that wants to major in engineering. A few classes that I'm taking to achieve my major are a hybrid math class and a physics class. But, I'm wondering what kinds of fields require engineers. #engineering #math #engineer

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Will Mar 02, 2022 2403 views

What are the different types of engineering degrees?

I'm in 10th grade. I live in minnesota. I love math and sports. #engineer #math

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Alexander Mar 02, 2022 471 views

How do you decide what college to pick?

I want to be a physicist but I don't know what college I should try to get into. Any recommendation? #college-advice #physics