Pasadena, California
Should I pursue what I'm good at, or what I deeply want to do?
Personally for me, money is a big concern- especially with my financial background. I want to pursue med-school but the costs are making me deter from this passion. #suchislife #healthcare #advice #career-counseling
What are some jobs that relate to Marine life?
Interested in animals, but confused on well paying jobs in this topic.
#marine #ocean #history #biology #marine-biology
Is biology a good major to get into medical school?
I want to have a career as a surgeon and i want to be able to know what i should major in to have more chance to get into medical school
#medicine #surgery
What are some ways to adjust from living on campus to commuting to school?
During my first year of college I lived on campus but I will be commuting this year. How is commuting different from dorming and what are some ways to still get the full college experience as a commuter?
#college-advice #dorms #calpolypomona
How can I get over being so scared to speak in and in front of class?
I'm currently a junior in high school and I've always been assigned presentations. However, every time I step in front of the class I just feel my heart sink to the bottom of my chest. I also get very nervous to make eye contact while presenting. One of my fears is to be judged by classmates,...
What are some schools that have a good pre-vet program?
I am interested in becoming a veterinarian and would like to know colleges that have a good pre-vet program in oder to purse my career. #pre-vet #animals #veterinary
How often do neonatal nurses see critical care newborns and how do you deal with what's happening in front of you?
I want to be a neonatal nurse and I love babies so much and it hurts me to see them in pain so I want to help them in any way I can. I want to know how often I'll see critical care babies so I can mentally prepare myself for what I will experience in my career. #neonatalnursing #nicu #nurse...
How difficult is it to play a sport and major in biology?
I'm asking, because I have committed to a D1 for softball and I will be majoring in biology. However, I'm terrified of the work load and wondering if it's even possible. I want to become an orthopedic surgeon. #medicine #sports-and-orthopedics
How do I expand my photography business while I'm in college?
I have a business right now and want to expand it in college. #photography
Is a kinesiology major an acceptable undergraduate program to earn a bachelor's degree in pursuing a career as a plastic surgeon?
Looking it up online it appears there is no specific undergraduate major required as long as it's in the field of science. However, just to be safe I would like to know from professionals as well. #plastic-surgeon #college #academic-advising #medicine #healthcare
How can I ensure that the major that I pick now ( and am passionate about) will be relevant after 4 years?
Every day is a new day with new advances, however as the world turns to more digital and technological advances, some majors that have nothing to do with technology can fall short from impacting as much as the STEM majors. With a non-STEM major that I am passionate about, I want to believe that...
Would it be more beneficial for a person to go to a community college because of the amount of people attending as well?
Im not sure if the college that I want to go to would have to have a smaller amount of students or a higher amount of students? #wheredoigo #smaller #orbigger #college #college-selection #community-college
Is it time for me to get a part time job?
My name is Briana and I'll be starting my second year at my community college this upcoming fall semester. I'll be taking thirteen units and my parents have been recently pushing me to apply for a job with nods to "we're hiring" signs. I understand with my age I should be working, but I'm not...
What's a job that fits this description?
I want a job where I can talk to people whether in front of a crowd or just to one on one. I want something that I can help people. But I also want something that I would be able to live off of the money. If possible a job where I could travel the world. Is there anything like that? #job-search...
Why Ivy League's don't choose me
I've been wondering for a while about Ivy League schools and what their biggest turn off is when it comes to applications. Whether it's low grades or not enough extra curricular activities, I'm not sure.
How difficult is it to get a jobs working for publications like the WSJ and New Yorker?
I'm a student currently pursuing a career in finance, but writing is a real passion of mine. I'm wondering if any professionals working at large publications like the NYT, New Yorker, or WSJ can tell me a bit more about how many job opportunities currently exist. Additionally, I'd love to...
On average how many years of schooling does it take to become a neonatal nurse ?
I am currently a freshman at a community college and am thinking about switching my major to become a neonatal nurse. However I am skeptical about it because of the fact that I am currently pregnant and I'm not sure that I would make it through. #nursing #registered-nurses #pediatric-nursing...
How do I set up connections?
Who do I reach out to for connections? Do I just go from professor to professor? #networking
What do you do in Community College?
Due to financial situations, I will most likely be going to either Santa Monica, LA, or Pasadena Community College. However, I do not want to waste time and make sure I spend time making sure i can transfer into UCLA during my 3rd year. What should I do to make sure I'm setting up my future?...
How important is being flexible to possible changes?
Life changes all the time, whether we like it or not. How important is it to be able to break the plan we have and let life run its course so that we can pursue our goals with more focus or in a different manner? #theatre #flexibility #risk
How do you stay confident?
I know that having confidence is very important when you are interviewing with potential employers and for when you are interacting with your peers. However, I find that sometimes I lose confidence when something negative happens, such as being rejected from a company, or doing poorly on a...
What are the benefits of being a boy scout?
A few of my friends have recently gotten involved in scouting, and it seems like it takes up a lot of their time. Some of them tell me that they are doing it so they can put in on their college applications. Do colleges value boy scouts (or eagle scouts, for that matter)? Is it something that I...
How much schooling is required for an engineering career?
I would like to pursue an engineering career. Before completely deciding on it, I would like to know how much schooling is needed to have a successful and good-paying engineering career. #college #engineering #college-major #college-selection
Is there any website that I could sell products online with minimal fees?
Hi, I would like to start my own business/website, in which I would like to sell some fashion items. I would like to know if there is a website that allows you to blog and sell items with minimal fees. #business #fashion #business-development #websites #selling #items
How can I become a real estate agent?
I would love to start and help out with my family business, by getting a real estate license. I am unsure about what education or steps I need to obtain my real estate license and become a real estate agent. #business #higher-education #investing #real-estate #real-estate-agent
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