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Gabriel Jan 21, 2018 691 views

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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Angie Jan 21, 2018 1092 views

What are some tips you can give to someone who is job interviewing and the person who is doing your interview is two times younger then you and you sense that the age difference is not an issue for you but seems to make the interviewer uncomfortable?

I have been within the work force for some time; 30 years to be exact; I am running into interviewers that are younger and find themselves thrown by interviewing me. The 80/20 rule of interviewing goes out the window and they seem to do all the talking like they are the ones selling...

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Angie Jan 21, 2018 551 views

If this is your second act in life how do you find a way to keep up with all the tech that is available to people out there and how do you incorporate it into your study habits?

I am a single mom in my late 40's and recently went back to school to further my education level and career goals; I want to become a grant writer. This career change has been after years in business and helping my for profit hardline goods companies make more for their bottom lines. I want...

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Emma Jan 21, 2018 875 views

In a job interview, it seems hard to talk about how great you are without seeming like a braggart. How do you promote yourself without coming across as conceited or pompous?

I've only had a few job interviews and struggle with this aspect of the process.
#jobinterview #interviews #job-search

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Emma Jan 21, 2018 563 views

I’m starting college in the fall, and am unsure what I want to major in. What’s the best way to figure out which major is right for me?

I do well in all my classes but none of them stand out to me as something I want a career in. #choosing-a-major #college-major #college

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Ashley Jan 21, 2018 915 views

What is it like being a woman in STEM?

I’m considering going into a STEM career & majoring in STEM in college but I’ve heard it’s hard being a woman and finding a career in it because of the male dominant community.

#women-in-stem #stem-education #college

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Bryan Jan 20, 2018 1094 views

What do colleges mainly look at in your high school experience

I want to know how I can boost up my applications #college-recruiting

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Bryan Jan 20, 2018 1060 views

How hard is it to get a internship in college?

Because I’m looking for an early job shadow experience #internships #college

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Tarah Jan 20, 2018 441 views

Is first semester too early to start joining clubs and student organizatons?

I am very excited about getting involved on campus, but I am a little worried about becoming overwhelmed. I know that I will need to time to adjust to life away from home, but I do not want to have too much on my plate. #getinvolved

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Beatrice Jan 20, 2018 1534 views

If you had the chance to redo high school, what would you change?

I am asking this question because I myself wish I could go back and redo high school.
#highschool #friends #memories

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Tarah Jan 20, 2018 2280 views

If you could go back in time and give yourself any time management tips, what would they be?

I have not done a great job managing my time, but I am working to get better at it as I finish up high school career. I know that I will have a lot more free time in college, and I do not want to spend it all binge watching Netflix. #thankyousomuch

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Acacia Jan 20, 2018 663 views

How do you get to know professors and make the most of office hours?

I've heard going to professor office hours can be beneficial but am unsure how to approach it. #professor #office-hours

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Acacia Jan 20, 2018 659 views

How do you get to know professors and make the most of office hours?

I've heard going to professor office hours can be beneficial but am unsure how to approach it. #professor #office-hours

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Acacia Jan 20, 2018 699 views

How do you get to know professors and make the most of office hours?

I've heard going to professor office hours can be beneficial but am unsure how to approach it. #professor #office-hours

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Acacia Jan 20, 2018 789 views

What are some methods for prioritizing when overwhelmed with schoolwork/activities?

As an incoming freshman in college, I'm excited about classes, making new friends, and joining extracurricular activities. However, am nervous I could get overwhelmed with work and commitments. What is the best way to prioritize in college? #prioritizing #time-management

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Janiyah Jan 20, 2018 735 views

How do you know when something you love to do should just be your hobby and not a career?

I like doing a lot of things but do you have to be really good at it to think of making it a career? #hobby #career-choice #career-path

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Janiyah Jan 20, 2018 776 views

How do you turn film into a career?

I want to go into the industry but do not know if I should wait till after school is over and how to get started with the process. #filmislife #career-path #career

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Janiyah Jan 20, 2018 1006 views

When do you know when you are pushing yourself too hard or just need to toughen up in school?

I feel like I will join a lot of clubs and have different classes. I want to know when it is okay to take a break, or stop doing an activity or just know if I am just taking the easy way out. #dotoomuch #howdoyouknow #study-skills #mental-health

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Moises Jan 20, 2018 871 views

What are some easy jobs to have during college?

I'm not the richest man or the most well connected man, but I do intend to pursue a higher education so I want some guidance as to what I can do to earn money that wont take too much time out of my education. #college-jobs #money #money-management

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Moises Jan 20, 2018 733 views

How do people maintain high stress jobs with their lives?

I've always been a hard worker, and I don't plan to stop that. I know life is going to get harder so I wanted some techniques or plans that could help me better organize myself. #organizational-development #high-stress

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Keyla Jan 20, 2018 670 views

What are credit hours and how do I get them?

I always hear my older brother talk about having to get enough credit hours for the semester but I never really understood what it meant
#undergrad

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Jacqueline Jan 20, 2018 1034 views

Do you have to be in a pre-medical if you want to go to medical school?

I have an interest in going to medical school but I'm not sure if I need to apply for a pre medical program. I don't know if I sould be applying for pre-medical now because I am a senior to college.
#premed #premedical #medicine #medicineschool #medschool

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Keyla Jan 20, 2018 544 views

Is it better to have a major set in your mind when you enter College or keep it as undecided until you've taken a few different classes?

Some college reps have said that keeping your major undecided is better and I just want to know if thats true.
#majors

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Jacqueline Jan 20, 2018 853 views

How do you change your major after starting college?

I'm not sure what I'll be studying yet but I am leaning towards medicine, chemistry or music. I feel like I'm going to end up changing my major, and I would like to know ahead of time how to do it.
#medicine #chemistry #music #majorchange

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Paige Jan 19, 2018 756 views

Best wording for leaving a job?

When i'm leaving a position solely for the fact that I do not agree with the administration. Should I just say its for personal reasons?

#quitting #howto

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Paige Jan 19, 2018 707 views

Whats the best way to get your foot in a new career?

After I just finish my degree, what would be the best way to get my foot in the door to a new career?
#newcareer #postgrad

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