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Kim Igleheart

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Other - Legal Occupations - Community and Social Service Occupations
San Antonio, Texas
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Janezka Apr 16, 2025 1140 views

How can I prepare for the law enforcement field and what are things you wish you knew before becoming an agent?

As a first-year college student pursuing criminal justice, I aspire to become a federal law enforcement agent. What advice do you have for females pursuing the field? What is the hardest part of being a female in a male dominated field? In general, what is the most rewarding part of your...

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xiomahra Apr 14, 2025 1170 views

How could I revamp my resume?

I feel my resume is very bland, but my career services advisor told me that healthcare professionals prefer a more bland/boring resume when looking to hire someone. Example: No colors, all black. #Spring25

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John Apr 15, 2025 1367 views

Does Columbia have a law school?

Does Columbia University in New York have a good law school?

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Laney Apr 13, 2025 1152 views

Should I Get a Job as Soon as I Get to College?

I am a current high school senior and will be attending Texas A&M University in the fall to study animal science. I have held a job as a vet tech for the past two years and was hoping to find another job as a vet tech once I get to College Station, however people keep recommending that I hold...

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m Apr 11, 2025 1204 views

Should I get my PhD in Sociology or Criminology ?

So I got my bachelors degree in Sociology, with a lot of my research centering injustices within the criminal justice system. I am really interested in analyzing the CJS as an institution and looking at the ways it discriminates against different intersectional identities. I like looking at...

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Andre Mar 28, 2025 1180 views

Are you forced to work overtime in law enforcement?

In a law enforcement depending on what you want to do with it, do you have to work over time to conclude with something important of your job.

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Kaiesha Mar 28, 2025 5341 views

Entry level jobs for criminal justice associates degree?

What path can I start with an associates degree in criminal justice? I’m having a hard time everything asks for bachelors or experience. I was initially looking at background screenings or records clerk.

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nelson Mar 18, 2025 2282 views

if i go to college and finish it and then i go to police academy and become a cop,am i going to be pid more since i finished college?

because i was told i should finish college and then become a cop and i know that sometimes people who finish college and then get a job they get paid more since they have a title and are valued more

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katrina Mar 07, 2025 4348 views

Advocacy and Sociology degree?

I am currently back in college about to finish my first year associates and wanting to switch my degree plan to what I have the most passion for, advocacy for victims of sexual assault. I am also interested in equality and gender which points me to sociology but the psychology part of...

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Carson Feb 26, 2025 2464 views

Is this feasible?

My career plan is to go to police academy, become a state trooper, then if I get enough funds, go to U of I law school. Is this a feasible career path?

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Payton Feb 25, 2025 2181 views

What are the prerequisites in order to become a Police Officer?

I am fairly certain that I need a 2 or 4 year degree but I don't really want to go to college.

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Carson Feb 24, 2025 5194 views

Police or Lawyer?

I’m torn between wanting to be a police officer and a lawyer. Law would be a lot harder but pay better, but police seems more feasible. Any advice on how to choose?

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M. Feb 22, 2025 1359 views

What’s the most valuable lesson you’ve learned from teaching that you didn’t expect ?

Even if you thought for one lesson or an hour I want to know.

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Anthony Feb 19, 2025 1533 views

Any troubles while working as security?

Is there anything that made you reconsider your trade?

I've heard stories of bad security experiences but I wanna see if anyone here can give me some stories that may deter or maybe even encourage those seeking out this trade.

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Zoey Feb 14, 2025 3496 views

How do I make an application better?

What ways can I improve myself for my job?

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Nataleigh Feb 14, 2025 2058 views

Is a Criminal Justice class in highschool better for my Criminal Lawyer career or a SGA club ?

I need to know which one will look better on my college resume AND help me with my career.

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M. Feb 16, 2025 2377 views

Can the courses on coursera help?

If I pay for the courses and complete then and buy their certificates will it help me and do educational institutes agree and accept them?

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Sarah Feb 11, 2025 5214 views

Whats a job I can get in TX during high school that is in healthcare?

Hi! I am a freshman in high school, I want to get a job right now in the healthcare field. Are there any kinds of jobs you guys know that would hire a high schooler, entry-level?

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Thora Feb 07, 2025 3162 views

Why can't I adapt to the new environment?

Hello, nice to meet everyone. I was born and raised in the United States. Currently I am working in the US with the hope of finding a job I love.

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Tristan Jan 28, 2025 719 views

how many dollars do you earn in a year?

I have a question for police officers. How many dollars do you earn in a year.

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Sophia Jan 29, 2025 2980 views

What are the steps to become a police officer for me to know what I need to do when Im older?

What all do we need to do to be a police officer when I grow up

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Alina Jan 27, 2025 1932 views

Im Completely lost within myself and my future college choice, please help!!!

Hi! Im currently a Senior in high-school, around the Dmv area. I have never really thought about what I wanted to have a degree in or in general what lies ahead of me. In the beginning of the school year i was thinking about majoring in Nursing specifically wanting to be a PICU Nurse. But later...

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Alina Jan 27, 2025 2362 views

How can i get a job when my Linkedin is dry and i can't seem to get accepted for jobs?

Hi guys! Im looking for help, Ive been trying to find a job that pays decent ($13+/per hour) but each time I apply to jobs they never seem to send an email back or just ghost. I have no work experience but i have volunteered at a Catholic School as an assistant Teacher (since sept 2023 -...

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CareerVillage Office Hours Jan 22, 2025 2076 views

How to become a Texas ranger?

Lend your expertise: what does it take to become a Texas ranger?

Note: Given the growing interest in the law enforcement field, we're inviting our experienced professionals to share their knowledge.

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Lailah Jan 16, 2025 1613 views

What training is required to become an effective and competent police officer?

I want to be an MPDC (Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia). I would also like to bring my Information technology to further the police department skills. I would love to be able to further help people and make this world an understanding place with this job.

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Charlotte Jan 13, 2025 1283 views

I have my associates degree in criminal justice and am working on my bachelor's degree . I am looking for employment in the corrections or probation field and am wondering,how do I proceed?I have been an independent contractor for 16years and getting into a new field and finding employment has been difficult.Can you provide some guidance on how to proceed?

I graduate in May with my bachelor's degree and have considered a master's but don't know if it is worth it or if I really need it.

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Vicky Dec 27, 2024 3728 views

What to do with a bad ACT score and how to remove colleges from seeing it?

This was my first time taking the ACT and I was unprepared and did not study well. My score has been sent to my dream UC and I regret it so much. What should I do?

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angel Dec 21, 2024 1547 views

Struggled with OChem—Looking for Advice to Improve?

Hi everyone, I unfortunately didn’t pass Organic Chemistry despite asking for leniency, which I wasn’t able to get. Now I’m preparing to retake the course and would love advice on how to do better.

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joyce Dec 17, 2024 9076 views

What is the best way to apply for a job?

I have never had to apply for a job before. How important is a resume?

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angel Dec 14, 2024 1812 views

Request for Feedback on Email to Organic Chemistry Professor?

Hi everyone, I’m currently struggling in organic chemistry and am just a few points away from passing. I’ve drafted an email to my professor to ask about potential options for leniency, such as extra credit or revisiting my exams for partial credit. Could I please get some feedback on my...

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Jason Dec 11, 2024 1573 views

What is the most important skill to be a good attorney?

I am a junior in high school and planning on becoming an attorney. I was curious about the skills that I should be focusing on throughout my education so I can be better prepared for this career.

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CareerVillage Office Hours Dec 10, 2024 1939 views

How to become a master gardener?

Tell us everything we need to know to become a master gardener!

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Samantha Dec 10, 2024 634 views

What are some good college courses to take during High school for someone that wants to be a criminal lawyer?

I'm in 9th grade and really looking into my future and I want to make sure I take classes that are useful for me to be a criminal lawyer

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Samantha Dec 09, 2024 1207 views

What is a good law related 1st job to gain experience from that will increase my chances of being a lawyer?

I'm in 9th grade and want to expand my knowledge in law. I'm looking into my first job and what that will be.

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calvin Dec 06, 2024 955 views

what do lawyers consider before taking on any given case?

what do lawyers consider before taking on any given case?

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Lily Dec 03, 2024 723 views

what can i do if i want to be a police?

what can i do if i want to be a police?

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mirium Nov 29, 2024 1319 views

which subject is best for lawyers?

like history

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Zainab Nov 27, 2024 2371 views

How to know what is my career?

I need a proper answer for my career I just took a free personality career test and it says that I should be an engineer when I want to be a doctor and I want to ace My exams but I am not able to do that at all I feel like crying I hate myself and I don't think I'll have a career in future like...

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Jasper Nov 20, 2024 1508 views

Is security and protective services as dangerous as people and TV make it seem?

I am working towards getting training in security and protective services. I'm just a little scared of the risks.

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mondi Nov 19, 2024 864 views

how many holidays do lawyers have?

i love doing law

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Alice Nov 18, 2024 574 views

I want to be a police officer but I really don't know how to go about it or which institution I should attend ?

I need help in navigating through college and also finding the right institution to go for and also I need guidance in pursuing a career in the police force

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Abraham Nov 16, 2024 1454 views

What is the difference between a woman and man police?

I have always wanted to become a woman police but my friends are against it.
Should I be worried?

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Kenyatta Nov 15, 2024 1773 views

Is a career as a paralegal a good day job for actors?

Hi! I recently just graduated from NYU Tisch and have my B.F.A in Drama. After graduating, I decided to move back home and focus on building a solid foundation for my acting career. Part of being an actor is finding a good day job and I am tired of working in restaurants, so I did some research...

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Demistra Nov 15, 2024 857 views

#Fall24 Why do I feel such a strong pull to go back into Healthcare?

I wanted to become a nurse but could not because my daughter was a preemie, born at 2 pounds 8 ounces. Thank God I am proud to say that she is a college student and pursuing her own educational goals. I feel a strong pull to go back and pursue where I left off. While she was growing up, I did...

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maddy Nov 13, 2024 1243 views

how do I chose what type of lawyer I want to be and how can I prepare in advance before going into law??

I am in 7th grade and I want to get into law but any tips will help me so I can get a head start on my career.

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CareerVillage Office Hours Nov 07, 2024 1868 views

How to become a sheriff?

Share your journey & guide aspiring sheriffs on their path!

Note: We've seen a lot of interest in this career, so we're looking for guidance from our community of professionals.

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Gift Nov 06, 2024 1195 views

why does it have to be a career i love to be successful?

why does it have to be a career i love to be successful?

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Amerika Nov 04, 2024 1063 views

What do you believe are some of the best study habits that helped you get through college and you still do to this day?

I am in high school and I want to start developing good study habits.
#Fall2024

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Samantha Nov 01, 2024 1236 views

If I'm interested in being a criminal lawyer or a career in law, what types of jobs, experiences, or skills are employers looking for on a resume ?

I'm in the 9th grade and have plans of being a criminal lawyer. I want to make sure I stand out for colleges and different workplaces with some experiences and skills that I have.

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cole Oct 28, 2024 1633 views

What are some of the biggest issues employers see in a job seekers resumes?

I have heard a number of things to avoid such as resumes being too long or not concise enough, I just want to know what are some main mistakes to avoid while creating my resume for work after college. It would also help greatly to express what things to do to help boost my resume for employers.