Trumbull, Connecticut
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What are the things I have to do in order to become an orthodontist?
I want to be an orthodontist but I not completely sure what I do after I graduate with a bachelors degree in biology #dental #orthodontist #orthodontics #orthod #academic-advising
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What can I do to help myself stand out to a prospective employer once I am finished with college?
Most people applying for a teaching position will be qualified as per their education, so I'd like to know what I can do to give myself something extra that may give me a better chance at getting a teaching position.
#education
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What is the biggest struggle when doing pediatric nursing?
I am currently a nursing student about to go into my second to last class for nursing and I am doing my pediatric rotation as well as OB. I am really nervous about pediatrics since I have not had much experience with sick children, but I am excited to start. If there is anything you can give me...
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Is it easy entering in the job market after you graduate college and how can you make the process easier?
I want to be able to be successful after getting my diploma. #job-market #job-search-strategies
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#Career Help
I'm not sure what I want to do as far as a career. I love taking pictures drawing and writing stories, I'm great at organizing I like working with other people as a team, I love animals, helping other people I'm very creative I like clerical office work I think history is interesting, I'm a...
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When interviewing for a job, what should you answer when asked about your weaknesses?
Are there answers that show you are thoughtful and honest without ruining the chance of getting the job? What are companies really looking for? #interviews #college-jobs #summer-jobs #interviewing-skills #high-school-jobs
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Is it better to go to an art college, or an arts and sciences college?
I'm a freshmen in high school, and I'm currently trying to choose between a college specifically for art, or an arts and sciences college. If I wanted to major in illustration, which type of college should I go to? Is it better to go to an arts and sciences college because I will meet different...
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What specific factors affect the chance of a freelance illustrator getting a job offer from a client?
I understand that freelancers have to manage their own money, time, daily schedule, as well as their marketing, and various other things. Because of this, I would like to know the specific actions taken by a **freelance illustrator** (who is looking to get an offer from a client in any...
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I plan to major in International Relations, and I would like to hear what that major entails from someone who's studied it.
I love the idea of helping people by being a diplomat, working in government, or for a not-for-profit. I just don't know anyone who's majored in this field and I'd love to hear what it's like! #international-relations
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When should I start investing my money or ?bounding??
I have been working a lot recent ally and I know that your supposed to start investing or share holding your money at an early age. When would be a great time? #business #education #money #economics #investment-management #business-analysis #savings #economic-research
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Private Loans vs. Federal Loans. What are the pros and cons?
From what I can understand there are many types of loans for undergraduate or graduate school. Can anyone explain why I should choose a federal loan over a private loan or vice versa? #college #finance #financial-services #student-loans #federal-government #fafsa
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How important is your GPA when trying to get a job in your field?
If I'm trying to get a job in any field, does GPA matter or is having relevant experience more important? #college #job-search #experience #undergraduate #gpa
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Should I major in theoretical mathematics or applied mathematics in undergraduate?
I've taken both theoretical and applied math courses, but I was wondering what the different prospects in terms of career paths there are from one versus the other? #career #career-path #mathematics #undergraduate #applied-mathematics #theoretical
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What are some good experiences to add when thinking about applying to medical school?
I'm trying to figure out what are the most important activities that will help me improve my candidacy for medical school. #medicine #graduate #research #medicine-school #volunteering #undergraduate #admissions #medcine
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I have an upcoming interview at a medical school, how do you prepare for a one-on-one interview?
I have a one-on-one interview at a medical school coming up. Does anyone have any helpful tips on what to prepare for and how to approach the interview.
For reference: I have a masters degree in biomedical sciences and a bachelors degree in mathematics. #medicine -school #interview
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How to interview at a medical school? (MMI)
I have an upcoming interview at a medical school that hold their interviews by a Multiple-Mini-Interview style. Can anyone give a way to prepare for a MMI? I have read up on it, but was wondering if anyone has any personal anecdotes on how it went for them and if they would do anything...
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How would I go about getting an entry level clinical research position?
I am looking for an entry level research position that will further strengthen my application to medical school. The only experience I have in research is community health research, but I am trying to find something more clinical or even lab related. Since I am lacking in experience how can I...
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Health science
What kind of jobs can I get if I get a bachelor's degree in Health Science Administration? #science #health #administration
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I'm considering a career in biomedical engineering but I have heard a little bit about biomathmatics. Is it possible to integrate biomathmatics into a BME career?
I've always been good at math and science. I participated in Moody's Math Challenge last year and really enjoyed the experience. Math comes easy to me. I enjoy adding science into the equation as well as science fascinates me but I find it more challenging, therefore I want to find a career...
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I'm currently a senior in high school and plan to get a masters in Biomedical engineering. If i want to work in prosthetics, would mechanical engineering or materials science be a better undergrad degree?
I fell in love with engineering early on in my high school career but finding the right engineering field is a challenge. There are so many that appeal to me. I spent time at a biomedical engineering company over the summer and they are working on tissue regeneration and I found it fascinating,...
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What are the top colleges for Computer Science and Cyber Security?
In the future, I plan to go to a college for a computer science and cyber security major. I just haven't been able to find the "perfect" college. I thought I would ask for people's opinion who are actually in the field of study. Thank you. #computer-science #computer #computer-security
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On average, how much is a technology university?
I was wondering the about the price because I plan on going to a STEM college for a computer science or cyber security major. Thanks in advance. #computer-science
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What is it like being a women in the engineering field?
I am really interested in entering the engineering field and have been for awhile and I just wanted a little insight on the day in the life of a women in these types of fields. #engineering #women-in-tech
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As someone interested in building biomedical devices which would be better doing a major in Electrical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering?
I have wanted to be build medical devices in children's hospitals since I was 11 and as time has gone o my interest has expanded from initial just being fascinated in circuitry and wanting to focus on that side of medical devices to also having a love for coding. I know that I want to minor in...
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When doing a Doctoral Pharmacy program, do you usually have a doctoral thesis?
Interested in the way the programs work.
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If you get a degree in Pharmacy, can you also conduct drug testing, manufacturing, and/or research?
I am interested in the range of things you can do with a Pharmaceutical degree, besides actually just working in a Pharmacy. #pharmacy #pharmacists #pharmaceuticals
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Would majoring in nursing science at a UC be more efficient than taking a nursing program at a cal-state or community college?
I'm interested in a healthcare profession in general, one where I know I can help others. I was wondering if I decide to take the nursing route, which college would be more ideal. #nursing
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What are the first steps for an aspiring surgeon to take in college? Should I particularly be majoring in a biology related study?
I am currently a senior in high school, and it's the eve of college applications. Going though two surgical procedures myself, I was always intrigued by the willingness and determination of a surgeon's work ethic and I figured it was inevitable that I would want to pursue a career in that...
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How to start looking for Internships?
I'm in college and I want to get some research under my experience. #college #communications #economics
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What do jobs in Cyber Security do on a daily basis?
Is there down time or is there constantly things to be done? #cyber-security
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