Emeryville, California
Should the idea of "do what you love" change in relevance to career searching change depending on your experience?
The notion of "do what you love" is a common idea behind a lot of answers, but I was wondering what should be the extent of this advice as relevant when you are first entering the job market verses when you are more experienced? #career-path #job-market #interests
Careers where you don't spend a lot of time on the computer?
I'm looking through potential careers and I'm considering looking at a career where the amount of time spent on a computer is minimized. I prefer more outfield or hands-on type of work but is also STEM-related. I don't object to having to use a computer at least half the time, I just don't want...
Is it better to have your resume demonstrate a variety of skills or great skill in the specific career you are pursuing?
I'm not entirely sure what career I want to end up in, but I have interests in working in theater(preferably backstage). So I was wondering if it helps to gear your resume towards the specific career you are working towards at that moment, or demonstrate a variety of skills you have accumulated...
How do AP tests help you with your college degree?
I know that by takin AP exams you can get college credit. Will this help you complete your degree sooner? How many AP exams do you recommend students to take? #college #ap #advance-placement
Is it common for students to switch majors? Will it affect how long it takes you to graduate?
I am a high school senior and I have no idea what I want to major in or purse. I was just wondering how common it is for a student to switch majors and how much of a set back it is on your education. #college #college-major #education #graduation #switches
What is it like to be in a professional sorority?
I am thinking about joining the professional business sorority at my college next year. I don't really know much about it. Has any one had experience with professional sororities. I have heard a lot about social sororities. What is the difference between these two? #college #professional #sorority
What is it like being in a sorority and should I consider joining one in college?
I've heard about hazing which scares me a bit, but I've also heard a lot of good things. (I'd also love to hear about experiences had in fraternities and how that may have affected male professionals on the site as well.) Does joining one help build up a network and is that helpful in future...
Pros and cons of working at the college you're attending?
The university I'm planning to attend has many job opportunities for students to work on campus. I was thinking about doing it as it would help financially and also just to get work experience. Should I? If I do decide to, should I wait until my sophomore or junior years? Or could I handle it...
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