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Patricia Aug 13, 2018 595 views

How to approach Professors about research opportunities?

Hello. I'm a wildlife biology major transferring to a four-year school. One of the professors does research, and after inquiring about a Special Topics in biology class, found he organizes wildlife monitoring/research with snakes, amphibians, and small mammals. While I do not need anymore...

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Mara Aug 13, 2018 731 views

Is it hard to find a job as a bilingual teacher after college?

I really want to become a great teacher that will prepare and help future generation to (sound like a fantasy?) make the world a better place. Yet I'm scared that my career will not be successful or worth it.
#teacher # #career # #success #teaching #literature

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Mara Aug 13, 2018 808 views

Can I study, and finish four years of college, while having an A-2 dependent visa?

I am not a citizen, not a permanent resident, but I have a valid A-2 dependent diplomatic visa. Can I study college? will I get my certificate? How can I get financial help?
#help #futureteacher #teaching #immigration

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Alexandra Aug 11, 2018 606 views

How do students manage to do the 20 or even 30 page papers? Is there a specific format or advice that will help others?

The longest paper I've done in high school is a 15 page paper without the references, and it was pretty hard to do. I can't imagine doing a 20 plus page paper. This goes back to the question: How do students manage to do the 20 or even 30 page papers? Is there a specific format or advice that...

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Alexandra Aug 11, 2018 523 views

How hard is it going in and graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)? Any advice or tips?

I am a rising senior in high school, and I recently decided to major in nursing. Everything a nurse does from a CNA to a NP really motivate me to become a nurse. I'm currently leaning more towards a neonatal nurse. However, before that I first have to become a RN. This brings me to my question:...

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Kemi Aug 11, 2018 564 views

Is it a good idea to pursue a career in an industry that is oversaturated?

Many career paths that I am interested in are overstaturated and I believe that trying to pursue a career in these industries would be a waste of time and money because finding a job wouldn’t be easy. #career-choice

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Kemi Aug 11, 2018 868 views

How do I find a mentor and What should I look for in a mentor?

I will be starting college soon, and I’m really freaking out because I feel don’t have a clear idea on what career path I want to take. I feel like I need someone to help and guide me throughout my college years.

#mentor

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Chyna Aug 07, 2018 820 views

Should I finish paying my college fees and tuition first or pay to start my own business after I graduate college?

#business woman #professionals #career #career-change

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Chyna Aug 07, 2018 1054 views

Should I start asking about internships after or before college?

#bachelors #media #entertainment #sports-media

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Kyle Jul 31, 2018 732 views

Where can I find scholarships for Criminal Justice?

I've tried looking for scholarships for Criminal Justice, I've found about three, but all of them have either passed or I do not fit the requirements that the scholarship asks for.
#CriminalJustice
#LawSchool #scholarships #financial-aid #scholarship #law-enforcement

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Simi Jul 26, 2018 817 views

Is there a difference between High School teachers and professors in college?

#courses #personality #college #high-school

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Simi Jul 26, 2018 714 views

Is it okay to apply for a work-study job freshman year of college?

#jobs #first-job #career-choice

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Carolyn Jul 17, 2018 976 views

Any advice for paying off student loans or budgeting during school/ early in your career?

Any advice for paying off student loans or budgeting during school/ early in your career? #financialadvice

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Carolyn Jul 17, 2018 674 views

How can you determine if an advanced degree is right for you and your career goals?

How can you determine if an advanced degree is right for you and your career goals? #masters

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Diana Jul 13, 2018 4891 views

what are some good study tips useful for big exams?

#exams #studying

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Diana Jul 13, 2018 501 views

where to find scholarships for current college students?

#scholarships

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Alex Jul 07, 2018 586 views

As a music educator, what strategies do you use to deal with problems such as upset parents/students, difficulty with the school administration, self-doubt, etc.?

#music #education #college #school #music-education

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Alex Jul 07, 2018 735 views

How do you avoid burnout (even if the work/studying you're doing is something you love)?

Specific info pertaining to a career in music education would help, but all answers from different areas of expertise are welcome #musiced #burnout #college #career

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Eimee Jul 06, 2018 708 views

Can fashion designers sell their designs to companies with no ties afterwards?

I onced saw this on a Korean drama where a girl would sell her fashion designs to companies and they would pay her in return. It looked like the company was only interested in the design and wanted the designer to handed down the rigthst to own her design. I am just curious whether this...

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Eimee Jul 06, 2018 711 views

Where are some good schools or intership places to study/learn more about haute couture?

Ever since I discored Michael Cinco's haute coture fashion designs, I have developed a love for the way he eleganltyl creates and decorates his dresses. They are very unique and intrique to look at which is why I think I have evolve this intertest in learning more about this type of fashion...

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Tea Jun 15, 2018 625 views

What should be a part of an artist statement?

I have been slowly improving on my artist statement that I started writing for high school but I keep getting different information about what an artist statement should consist of.
Is there a general criteria for artist statements?

#artist

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Patricia Jun 10, 2018 885 views

How to propose to professor ready for research?

Next semester I am transferring to a new school as a junior. After e-mailing two professors about an independent research class, one e-mailed back mentioning that while I have a lot of research experience, students in their first semester are not normally approved to do independent research and...

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Patricia Jun 10, 2018 931 views

Wildlife Biology or Wildlife Biology with a concentration in Wildlife Rehabilitation?

Next year, I will be transferring to a school and pursuing a Wildlife Biology Bachelor's degree. Originally, the Wildlife Biology degree with a concentration in Wildlife Rehabilitation interested me because I thought the rehabilitation concentration would provide increased skills. My career...

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Emma May 31, 2018 962 views

Are internships vital in later landing a good job?

I have lots of friends with internships unrelated to their majors, interests, and future career goals but they think it will look good on resumes later on. Do you recommend I get any internship I can get just for the sake of having a full resume?

#internships #resume

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Emma May 31, 2018 530 views

What is the importance of choosing a specific major when it comes to larger career fields?

I am personally interested in anything related to documentary, journalism, creative writing, and English, but don't know what job I want yet. What do you suggest I pick for my major in order to allow for the largest possible career options down the road? I know a lot of people end up doing...

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Maribel May 31, 2018 706 views

What can I do to maximize my chances of getting into medical school and, in the case that I am not accepted, what is the next step I can take?

I am a rising college sophomore looking to attend medical school post-graduation. I have read that medical schools are interested in many things including MCAT scores, GPA, extracurricular activities, letters of recommendation, ability to answer interview questions, etc. I am, therefore,...

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Maribel May 31, 2018 587 views

What does a normal day for a forensic pathologist look like?

I am a college student with the intention of becoming a forensic pathologist. I have researched the career and am aware of the courses I must take, the schooling required, and the description of what the job entails; however, I am having a hard time finding what it is forensic pathologists face...

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Jillian May 30, 2018 731 views

What are some internships involved with animation or illustration?

I'm studying to go into the animation field, along with concept art. Does anyone know of companies that have internships for those just starting out?
#art #artist #animation #internship #illustration

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Jillian May 30, 2018 719 views

What are the best student loans to apply for?

I'm starting to apply for loans and want to find out which ones will have good interest rates and come from trusted places.
#loans #student-loans #student

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Sebastian May 30, 2018 711 views

Do you think poor artist skills should discourage someone from pursing a career in fashion?

#artist #fashion-design #fashion #career-options

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Sebastian May 30, 2018 972 views

What are some internships involved with fashion design?

#fashion-design #fashion #fashion-shows #apparel-and-fashion #fashion-merchandising

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Thomas May 30, 2018 746 views

What is the best way to make money while at college? A job or work study?

#money #work

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Thomas May 30, 2018 649 views

What are the highest paying jobs that an international relations major can attain?

#major #internationalrelations

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Patricia May 30, 2018 488 views

How to find volunteer work that promotes gaining skills for wildlife conservation and research career?

In the last year, I have volunteered anywhere I can: local forest preserves with prescribed burns, invasive plant control, promotion of native plants, and weed scouting and a wildlife center educating the public about conservation challenges, introducing guests to resident animals, and caring...

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Patricia May 30, 2018 535 views

What is the best way to stay in contact with previous mentors or intern/volunteer supervisors?

After my last internship, a colleague asked me to stay in touch. Thank you!

#stayintouch

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Tea May 27, 2018 719 views

What can you do to change a older students attitude towards a class?

During middle school and high school, students tend not to like certain classes and this continues to the end of the year. What can a teacher do to help these students become interested enough in the class that they participate #high-school-classes #classes #high-school and do the class work?...

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Tea May 27, 2018 1150 views

How do you start your own Daycare?

I want to know the basic requirements to having your own daycare. For example, do you need a degree? How do you recruit people to work there? How do you get the parents to trust your new daycare? How much does it cost to start a daycare? Should I consider getting a degree in Business?...

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Shani May 23, 2018 720 views

Where are the best places to look for scholarships?

#INTERNATIONALSTUDENT
#MUSIC

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Jimena May 23, 2018 721 views

What do you most enjoy about being a pediatrician?

I'm considering Pediatrics as my career choice in the future and I would like to know what is the best part of being a pediatrician. I would also like to know what advice you would give to someone who is interested in becoming a pediatrician. #pediatrics #pediatrician #medicine #doctor...

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Jimena May 23, 2018 863 views

What are some of the challenges of being a pediatrician? What would you consider to be the hardest thing about being a pediatrician and how does it impact your life?

I'm considering Pediatrics as my career choice in the future and I would like to know how being a pediatric provides challenges to one's lifestyle or daily routine. #pediatrics #pediatrician #doctor #medicine #healthcare #hospital-and-healthcare

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Mason May 21, 2018 638 views

What are good programming or computer science projects to do over the summer

I have few years of experience working with object oriented languages but want to know what kind of projects would really help me get better at programming or what kind of projects make me more of an appealing applicant for a college or job.
#summer

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Mason May 21, 2018 647 views

What is the best minor to have with Computer Science as a major

While my career choice would be to become a video game programmer, I'm open to suggestions that would benefit other programming fields as well. Also, I would be interested to know what kind of minors that companies have an eye for in programming jobs in general.
#majors-and-minors

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Emily May 21, 2018 634 views

How can I study abroad with a Neuroscience major?

All of my classes are going to be very science based and I'm not sure how I could fit Studying Abroad into my schedule since the country I want to go to does offer very many science courses through my schools program. #study-abroad #neuroscience

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Emily May 21, 2018 935 views

Are 18 credit hours in a semester a lot?

I'm going to be a college Freshman in the fall and I found out because of my major, I will have to take18 credit hours my first semester. Are there any tips on managing time or advice from anyone's personal experience out there? #student #job #professors #school #timemanagement

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Bradley May 12, 2018 527 views

What are a few ways to get in state tuition if you don't happen to live in the state at the moment?

So I live in Illinois where colleges are super expensive. I am all in for going out of my way to save money, but I am not sure what the best way to do it would be. I've heard that if my house was under my dad's name, then I could rent a place in North Carolina and have the apartment under my...

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Bradley May 12, 2018 640 views

Do you think it is smart to go into journalism as a major even if I just have a passion for writing about sports?

So I am currently a junior who is a big sports geek. I love many sports, although I can not play any right now. I currently have a concussion and have had one since March 18, of 2017. The sports I was playing in high school were soccer and basketball. I was a better soccer player than...

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Kristin May 11, 2018 1169 views

Has it become easier for women to get jobs in technology?

Seems like it was a struggle for women to break into the industry for a while. #women-in-tech #web-applications

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Kristin May 11, 2018 789 views

How did women in technology stay focused and motivated in college?

I'm asking because I will be starting my Freshman year majoring in Information Technology in Fall 2018. #women-in-tech #web-applications

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Marco May 09, 2018 495 views

Where are reliable places I can look for internships?

I just wanted to start looking for some before I started school and was just wondering which websites are the best.
#internships

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Marco May 08, 2018 603 views

What are some important skills to have as a film major?

What can I do to position myself as of right now before I go on to film school in order to set myself up to what to expect.
#film

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