Elmwood Park, Illinois
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...
How relevant is computer science, in today's world, in comparison to other majors?
Studying #computer-science at UIC is a lofty ordeal indeed. Me and my classmates spend long hours and days completing arduous assignments, learning dense material, and studying for exams. Meanwhile, other majors require less effort and time, while still others require more. This leaves me...
what's it going to take to stay motivated throughout college?
It's becoming a little harder to remain in the running for everything
#help
What field of psychology would be the best to pursue for me?
Growing up, I've always had a fascination with the workings of the mind, specifically what causes psychological disorders, I would like to work in a field more specialized for such a field
#psychology
What is better as an intended minor to help increase the amount of experience for a marketing job.
I want to be able to get the best real life experience for a career in marketing to be able to grow quickly. #marketing
#customer-experience #college-minor
What are some networking opportunities that a marketing major may have over an administration major?
I want to be able to have a high variety of future references for my career after college to be able to build future experience.
#buisness #networking
I think I’m going to major in Psychology, but I don’t see myself as a therapist. What range of careers could I have with a Psychology degree, and what kinds of Psych classes should I take to determine which of them are right for me?
Also which of them have the most growth potential?
I am a high school senior, and the only Psych class I have ever taken is AP Psychology.
#college-major
I’m leaving home for college in August, and am worried about making friends, fitting in, doing well in school, and surviving on my own. What should I focus on and prioritize?
I want to start college on the right foot. #college-advice #college-bound
how does the class work in college differ from high school?
They always say college is very different from high school and that the work is more difficult. I'd like to know how the work is different and what you can do to succeed in the classroom. #classswork #college
What is the best way to balance a social life in college with school work?
I know it might be difficult to balance trying to have a social life with school work so I'd like some insight on how some people in college do it. I'd like to do both so I want some helpful tips. #college #time-management
what is best way to get good money, work study or a job outside of campus?
College is going to be hard enough but being in debt for the best of my life is going to be a big weight to have to carry for myself. So I want to know what would be the better solution to earn money faster to pay off my loans. #brokeproblems #financial-planning #student-debt #money-management
How did you study for math exams and courses in your undergraduate career?
#medicine #STEM #science #innovation
What is a good way to keep in touch with high school teachers that have left on impact on you?
Do you think one way would be to visit your high school in the future and encourage students to go to college, reach opportunities, apply to fun clubs, etc? I truly want to give back to my school community, and I really have appreciated the role that my teachers play in my life. I know I...
Do you think that enthusiasm can be key to destressing and having a fulfilling life perspective?
A teacher in my class the other day mentioned that enthusiasm and positivity are extremely valuable in increasing life span as well as good mood. I have been attempting to remain more and more positive during my college application process and last year of high school. I personally feel that...
What degree do you need to be a neonatal nurse?
neonatal nursing has always been a dream of mine to do, It's the only plan I have for my future at the moment so I want to know more about the content. #nurselife
What are some methods to make time for your studies yet all your leisure activities while still being on task with everything else?
I'm asking because I might go out of state and knowing that, I wanna know ways to help me keep focus. #outofstate
How do you get over your fear of going into a career that is not necessarily "secure" or a safe route, because it has to do with so much networking?
I'm asking because I'm going to study fashion Design which not really a "safe route" to many people. And I'm extremely nervous. #fashiondesign
Where is the best place to buy college textbooks?
I know amazon prime is a good online access to everything to buy. Should I buy it in person to make sure it is in good condition? I have also heard about websites that sell used textbooks? Is that trustworthy? Is buying a used textbook worth it?
#college #textbooks #online #confused
What are the best classes to take as an Animal Science major trying to become a vet?
I have been accepted as an Animal Science major in college. I plan to apply to a veterinary school in 4 years. What are the best classes that would prepare me for this path?
#animalscience #animalsciencemajor #college #collegeclasses #veterinary
What is the best way to get scholarships?
I have asked my school and been online to scholarship websites, but I just can't seem to find any good scholarships. Is there a website to help me out or another way to earn money for college? #nomoney #scholarships #help Is there a way to find scholarships for a major or a place I live?
Is it beneficial to buy used textbooks?
I have heard a lot from others that textbooks are expensive in college. I know a girl who paid full price and as a student with little money, I would like to know if it is worth it to buy ones for cheaper even if they are used or in poor condition? Also, I have heard of websites that sell books...
Whats the best way to get a job in game design
My dream job is to work on video games, preferably independently but experience at a major game studio would help. I was wondering what are the best things I can do right now to help me get a job at a major game studio? #games #computer-games #game-design
Whats better- double majoring or getting a major and a minor
I'm going into the computer science major but I was wondering if it would be smart to take up a second major or to just get a minor in another interest. I know taking on a second major means a lot more workload but it also looks a lot better to employers. Just wondering what the smartest...
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