Freeport, Illinois
How important are extracurricular activities?
I'm an active member of several clubs, but I'm not a leader or president or anything. I want to build my resume, but I'm not exactly sure what stands out. The clubs I'm apart of are: Model UN, Forensics, FBLA and Science Club. (And I'm not participating to get into college, I'm doing them...
How do you make the transition from college to the work force?
I know my mom went to a job fair at her college and was then offered her first job, but it's not the same everywhere. #first-job
How do I take all the prerequisites I need, but not get overwhelmed?
Currently, I am planning out my fall and spring semester college classes. In order to complete all my prerequisites needed for my major, I need to take many difficult classes in the same semester. In times like these, I often get overwhelmed, which impacts my academic performance. I would like...
How do I continue to stay focused while studying?
When I am studying, I often find my mind drifting to other less important topics. It is difficult to stay focused on the subject at hand for long periods of time. In order to perform better academically, I need to reassess my study techniques and find a way to stay focused. #studying...
What are some good ways to study?
I want to raise my letter grade at school.#academic-success
What do colleges look for on a college application?
I want to have a really good chance to get accepted to a college.#college-advice
How do I know what career I should choose?
Everyone always picks career ideas based off how much money they make. I'm not worried about money. I'm worried about my overall happiness and whether or not I will actually find enjoyment and passion in the job that I have. #worried #advice #nervous #help
What advice do you have for someone who is worried that they won't end up liking their career?
I'm worried that after all of my schooling, when it comes down to actually working, I might not like the career that I have worked so hard to get. I want to make sure that I have a job that makes me happy, not just one that supplies me with a paycheck. #advice #worried #nervous
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