Grayson, Georgia
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As an upcoming intern at the CDC what should I prepare for? What type of data analysis would I be working with?
#CDC #intern #dataanalysis #intern #healthcare #health #public-health
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What are some steps I can take to increase chances of admission at Georgia Tech?
I am currently a high school senior at a public high school in Atlanta, GA. So far, my SAT scores, GPA, Transcripts, and AP scores are high. I'm also in a school acapella club, do choir, and have been doing Academic Bowl for the past 3 years. This coming school year, I am going to lead my...
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Is it wiser to major in Aerospace Engineering or Software Engineering?
I have a great desire to become an aerospace engineer when I leave college. However, I know that software engineering has a better job outlook. Should I still major in Aerospace Engineering in college even if job availability for that field is not as promising as software engineering? #software...
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How important is Speech Pathology/Communication Disorders to the world in general?
Speech Pathology is what I want to be when I go off to college. It helps people with speech impediments such as : lisps, strokes, etc.
#sp #speech-pathology #speech-language #audiologist
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How should I prepare for a Consulting Case Interview?
I'm interested in management consulting. How should I prepare for the case portion of interview? I haven't taken any business classes, although I have taken micro economics and macro economics.
#consulting #interviews #case-interview #management-consulting
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What career options are there for economics majors?
I am studying economics at Brown; I really like how economic thinking can solve problems, but I am not a huge fan of math (I do not plan to take any beyond statistics and Calc II which are required). I am very interested in public policy, but more from an applied microeconomics view (rather...
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Should I go to law school?
I am interested in pursuing a career in public policy. A lot of people are telling me I should go to law school, but I don't really have that much interest in actually practicing law; rather, a lot of jobs I am interested in are dominated by former/current lawyers (ex: state legislator). Would...
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How hard is it to enter the feild of game and app design with so many people learning these skills?
#Game_Design #programming #coding
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How many programmers in the proffesional field also do other work such as animation?
#game_design #programming #coding
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I self published a book. What's next?
I've sold a decent number of copies of my novel, When the Clouds Break, but I don't know how to expand my audience without spending tons of money. Any advice would be appreciated. #books #writing #advertising #publication
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What are the first steps to making it as a composer or musician?
I intend to double major at Emory with one of the majors being music. I've composed some small ensemble pieces, made a lot of music with Logic, and I've been taking music lessons since I was four. I love it and I want to do it but I'm not sure how to break into the scene. #music #musician...
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Balancing school, athletics, and clubs
I am in a crew team, and will continue to row in college as well. Crew takes up a lot of time not already taken up by school. With that being said, what sort of clubs should I join in order to feel involved with my college, while still focusing on school and athletics? #extracirriculars
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Specific Business Fields
I will be studying business at Marist College, but although I know I want to do something in business, I'm not sure what field of business to go into. How do I know what field of business would be best for me? #business
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Who has inspired politicians to help better the lives of others through legislation?
I am a senior in high school and I really enjoy politics and international relations/affairs. I want to better the lives of people all around the world. I also want to know why people think the way I do, that all people deserve the best possible situations and that normally these ideal...
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How are young adults supposed to gain the experience needed to get their dream job if every job along the way requires experience that the person is there to gain?
Experience is always required but what if the applicant has not been given the chance to gain such experience? #jobs #career
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What are things you wish you k ew before going into neuroscince/neurology?
Are there steps you wish you would have taken before stepping into the field of neurology, or things you wish someone would have told you beforehand?
#advice #startingacareer #priorknowledge #neurology #neuroscience #connections
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How many years does it take to become a practicing neurologist with a doctorate degree?
#neuroscience #neurology #neurologist #collegedegree #practicingdoctor
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How did you know that the career you chose was absolutely what you wanted to do for the rest of your life?
I am about to be a senior in high school and I know that, right now, I want to be a neurologist, but I am worried that once I start studying to become one, I will realize I do not like it, but by then it will be too late to change my mind. I just want to know how you discovered what career you...
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What is the daily life of a dance major?
Although I LOVE dance and would like to major in dance for my undergraduate degree, I want to make sure this is the right fit for me. Therefore, I have a few questions. What is the daily life of a dance major? Do you get to pick your classes? Do you have time to double major? Do you have time...
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Can I double major in dance and attend law school?
My first passion is dance. I started when I was 2 and have loved it since. I would like to pursue a career in dance, but I’m afraid that it is unrealistic. This field is highly competitive. Therefore, I am looking for a Plan B. I’ve always been interested in law, specifically family law. I...
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Are there lots of scholarships available not based on scores?
I have done a lot of volunteer work, so I was wondering if there are scholarships that could possibly reward that on top of my scholastic work. #scholarships
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Do you have to know people to get involved in the design industry?
I plan on going into an environmental design program, but I’m a little bit worried about how hard it will be to get into the design world fresh out of college. I’m just worried about making connections, so I was wondering if this is a struggle for other people. #design #environmentaldesign...
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Is it common practice for Hospitals/Medical groups to offer student loan reimbursements as part of a compensation package for newly hired nurses?
#payoffstudentloans #nursing
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Where should I a get job experience as a Nurse before applying to CRNA (Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist) School?
After I complete my BSN degree I will be looking for a professional position to gain experience before applying to CRNA school. #CRNA #career
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Can i major in more than one thing in college
I want to major in #criminology & #sociology & #physiology & #emt and I want to know how many years estimated will I be in college
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Can my state (Georgia) academic scholarship be used for other colleges out of georgia?
Many have told me that scholarships given by the state can only be used in colleges in the state. I had questions if this was true because some colleges near georgia might be able to take my scholarship. #collegebound #scholarships
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Is it true that college is mostly study based?
People always comment about how high school and college are very different compared to each other. I was wondering how is it different than high school?
#collegebound #first-generation-college-students
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What type of careers can you get into with a Mass Comm degree?
I'm trying to get more of an idea of what is out there for incoming freshman at my university. I am a mass comm major and I have received a few questions but they're not pertaining to my concentration within the major. #tennesseestate #masscommunications #hbcus #communications...
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Why is the music industry dominated by males?
I want to be a music producer and as a female I think it'll be hard because the music industry is dominated by males and there's not enough room for females in the industry and you have to do outrages thing to make it and become successful. #Music #music-industry #gender-equality #career
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Why do people that want to go to college have to pay expensive tuition?
I want to attend a college that I know will further my education and help my career out tremendously but I cannot afford the tuition and I just don't understand why I have to stress out and have to come up with the money because I WANT BETTER FOR MYSELF! #tuition #privateschool...
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Is it smart to attend a school in your home state? Are the graduation rates lower for kids who stay "home?
#HomeVsAway
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How important is the minor I choose? Should I choose a minor based on my passion also?
I am just wondering should I pick a minor in a field that backs up my major?
#MajorVsMinor
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How do I get to shadow a Biomedical Engineer
I was looking to find out how to shadow a biomedical engineer. I did my undergraduate in neuroscience and had the intention of going to graduate school for biomedical engineering. I was hoping to see what there work life was like before going. I've looked into societies like BMES, but no luck....
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How can I do community service overseas?
I would love to combine my talent for world languages and my passion for service!
#bilingual-spanish #bilingual #service
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Will teachers ever be paid what their worth?
I would love to teach, but they don't make enough money to support themselves. #teacher #k-12-education
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How much does a graphic designer make per year?
How much (average) money does a graphic designer make per year in Georgia?
#salary
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How can I be sure that my college degree will get me a good job?
Lots of people go to colleges and get degrees, but they still end up having a hard time finding a good job. How can I make sure that I can get a job with my degree after graduating college? #job-guaranteed
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What is the best way I can prevent myself from being too distracted once I'm in college?
I'm asking because I have a tendency to focus on less important things than the task at hand sometimes. #focus #help #off-task #distractions
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Besides scholarships, what is the best way to pay for college without getting into serious debt?
I'm asking because I want to have an alternative option in case I am unfortunate in earning a scholarship. #scholarships
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Is college even worth it?
With how expensive college is sometimes I have to wonder to myself is college even worth it? I could just not go to college and get a plumbing job making 80 grand a year. What exactly is the huge benefit of going to college? #career-decisions #college #career #higher-education
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How do I know what to do in the future?
There are so many things that are possible and I am interested in so many different things, how on earth am I supposed to limit it down to just one or two? Psychology, Law, History, Forensics, and so much more. #career-choice
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What is a good job for someone who likes chemistry
I like chemistry but people have told me there are no jobs except DR. is that true?
#chemistry
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What are appropriate steps that future counselors should take when working with clients online?
With social media and other online resources being on the rise, if a client prefers online-counseling versus counseling that is face-to-face, what steps should a counselor take in order to establish a professional client-counselor relationship that is online? #mental-health-counseling...
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While in college, should a student do their internship while working on their Doctorate degree or wait until they are completely finished with college?
I am working on my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling which requires a three year internship before I can get my license. I want to know if I should go ahead and do it while working on my Doctorate degree or wait until after I have my degree. #college-advice #counseling...
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Is it better to minor in French?
I am already fluent in Spanish, but have only taken French in high school.
#french #college-minor #spanish #foreign-languages
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If I want to become a physician assistant, should I major in biochemistry or biology?
I would like to attend a graduate school with enough experience so that i can become a PA.
#medicine #physician-assistant #hospital-and-health-care
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College Life and Life Balance
For outgoing students who opt to be involved with extracurricular activities, club engagement, social awareness and academic studies, how would the student balance it all? What type of support system or coaching platforms are provided in college settings that help the student adapt to a...
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What opportunities are available for women with Criminal Justice degrees?
Law Enforcement has many components - Police, Lawyer, etc. What particular opportunities are available for women with Criminal Justice degrees? Particularly African-American women. I've read that "the complexity and size of the criminal justice system means an array of opportunities". However,...
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