Burbank, Illinois
Can I study abroad in multiple locations? Is this financially attainable?
I hope to study cultural anthropology and journalism, so travel is absolutely crucial to my success professionally and as a student. I hope to travel to Africa (where I want to focus my studies) as well as Europe simply because I am fascinated by the continent and diverse cultures that serve as...
What are some ways to save/earn money while in college?
I have a part-time job and I'm commuting from home to college (so that's helped a lot), but I'm still trying to save for additional costs and even the next year.
#college-advice
What are really good study habits for any subject?
I ask because I have terrible study habits (namely me cramming the night before and even then not really studying like I should). I'm trying to find habits that will help me when I get to classes in college.
#studying-tips
Certificate in Administrative Assistant worth it?
I’m currently enrolled in college to get a certificate on Administrative Assistant but I’ve seen the job postings and mostly all of them say Masters or they need previous experience. Would I need to get an Associate in Administrative Assistant?
#administrative #administrative-work
What do I major in if I want to work at the CDC?
I am not doing pre-med so not sure what to major in. #health #science #cdc #college
How easy/hard is it to find a job in architecture?
I am currently in between a few possible career options. How easy/hard is it to get a good paying job as an architect right out of college? How easy/hard is it to get a good paying job in the marketing field? How easy/hard is it to get a good paying job in the engineering field? #architecture...
Will I have more free time and less stress once I finish college and go to work?
As a #computer-science major in UIC, my many assignments and study hours result in very little time for anything else, including hobbies and sleep. I was wondering whether that is going to change once I have a job, or not.
Similarly, does work give stress as college does?
Was it hard to pay off college?
I want to know my financial status and if college is the right path for me. #path #college #financial-planning #money-management
What's your biggest challenge in college?
I want to know how hard college is and someone's point of view of it.
#COLLEGELIFE #college #personal-development
Where would a Bachelor of Science degree in Atmospheric Science with a minor in Mathematics take me in a career?
Looking forward to eventual graduate work with strengths in science, math and chemistry, I am fascinated with the dynamics of weather. I want a good scientific or research related internship or employment with a weather-related agency, whether environmental or governmental. I know my strength...
Are research opportunities more favorable to climatology or meteorology if I pursue a degree in Atmospheric Science?
I would like to be a meteorologist although I’m not sure if I’m leaning towards being the weather person on a local news station or forecaster behind the scenes. I would like to participate in research study and long-term predictions and am wondering if I could be more successful as a...
How do I get in the mindset of working out?
Everyone knows of the freshman 15, and I don't want to fall into that trap. What can I do to prevent that from happening, and also create some sort of workout to actually follow? This way I will stay healthy. #workout #health #freshman15
How do I not get overwhelmed during my freshman year of college?
During college I will have a lot more freedom and responsibilities, so what can I do to help lower my stress level? Also, how do you prevent procrastination? #stress-management #procrastination
What are some examples of actual duties at a computer science job?
I am planning to work in the #computer-science sector after graduation, but I lack knowledge on what actual employees do on-site daily. When looking for this answer, I often see descriptions such as "computer engineering" or "software developing", but these doesn't paint the picture for me as...
How can I stay ahead of schedule in my classes?
I've just begun a new semester at UIC after Christmas break. Being a #computer-science major, I've had quite a difficult time catching up with my schedule for the past several semesters. Now I want to do things a bit differently. I want to be ahead so that it doesn't become too tight for me...
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