White Plains, New York
Am I wasting my time applying to national scholarships I found online?
Since the beginning of my senior year I have been using websites like cappex and fastweb to find scholarships to apply to. All of the scholarships are online and seem to be national. Is it worth applying to these? Do a lot of students apply to these? Should I be searching elsewhere for local...
How important is choosing a minor for political science?
I am a senior in high school planning on majoring in political science to possibly obtain a combined BA in Political Science with a Master's in Public Administration. I want to choose a minor that is highly employable but I am unsure which course to take. I love history and philosophy but I am...
How can I politely decline an internship without burning bridges?
I'm a college student looking for a summer internship, and I believe I will get accepted to two of the internships I applied to - but I cannot feasibly do both. How can I politely decline one internship while not burning any bridges and maintaining the connections I made there? #internships...
What is a good way to increase college GPA?
I want to bring up my GPA before graduating #college #student-counseling
Is there a career and major that pertains to both journalism and science?
As a high school student, on my way to college, I find myself oddly interested in journalism and science. Thus, I am wondering are there any jobs/careers that will allow me to perform tasks in both these areas. Additionally, what majors are be best for these interests? #career #science...
Software tool for video game development
Hello there I am in 10th grade at a technology school. I'm dying to be able to create a video game. So please advise what software tool I can use. #programming #video-game-design #video-game-development
Besides a high GPA, what extracurricular or activities do the big 4 firms like to see?
As an accounting major, my target dream employer is of course the big 4 firms. I was told recently that grades are the first thing that they look at before even considering everything else, so I am shifting gear to focus on that. However, I am now wondering what sort of extracurricular or...
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
human services
hello everyone, what should i be doing to be able to open a homeless shelter, after getting my bachelor degree? #20
Does transferring school put you behind the rest of your peers?
I want to plan accordingly to decide if I want to stay or transfer to another school for next semester. However, since a lot of the core classes that I am taking now will not be transferred (I did a little research), I am worried that I will be behind the game if I do transfer. Thus, I hope you...
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...
can i change accounting to any other major ?
My major is accounting.. I am doing associates and earned 40 credits so far. i am not full time student even i skip my semesters because of my family issues . now i want to start a new career .. should i change career now or first complete this one ? i am good in computer but i never study...
What are some the best ways to network at a college career fair?
I am a junior at Queens College #career
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...
Is a small college better than a big college?
I'm applying for college and I'd like more insight on the advantages and drawbacks of both small and large campuses. #college #highschool #college-applicatons
What should I be doing to help my future when I get my undergraduate?
I can't help to think about the impending future which is happening in only 2 years. I want to be as secure as I can be so when I graduate I can find a career that I am interested in. What are some things that I can do to give me an advantage over other prospective employees? #college #career...
How to naturally navigate a conversation with employers during career fair?
I have attended my first career fair as a freshman last fall. I prepared myself by searching about the main firms that I am interested in. However, after introducing myself, I was struggling to naturally ask questions about the company like their stocks and current events that I have researched...
How important is linkedin to getting a job?
I am a junior at queens college. #career #career-counseling
what are some good ways to network?
I am a junior at college. #career #career-counseling #career-choice #career-path
What are some good presentation tips?
I am a junior in college. #career #career-choice #presentations #sales-presentations
How much do psychologists make right out of graduate school with a masters in counseling ( on average)?
I am a psychology major. #psychology #career-counseling
How is best to study for the GRE?
I am a junior in college, #graduate-school #school-counseling
What can be done with a BS in Psychology in terms of jobs without a masters degree?
I am a Psychology major. #career #psychology #career-choice #social-work #clinical-psychology #psychotherapy
How valuable are Lyndia courses or other free learning courses in the job world? Is it something that would go under skills in your resume?
I am a junior in college. #career #online-marketing #online-media #job-application #personal-development
How important are interpersonal skills in the nursing profession?
............... #nurse #registered-nurses #nurse-practitioner #communication #interpersonal-skills #personal-development #career-details
Is the NCLEX examination for nurses the equivalent to the MCAT for doctors/physicians, and LSAT for lawyers?
In terms of difficulty and length?
How much does it cost to write the NCLEX exam? #registered-nurses #nurse-practitioner #nurses #exam #nclex
How important is volunteer experience in a healthcare setting in preparation to becoming a nurse?
I have not yet volunteered at any hospitals or nursing homes but know that it's important to get volunteer experience. #nurse #healthcare #registered-nurses #nurse-practitioner #volunteer #hospitals #nursing-homes
What is the most stressful aspect of being a nurse (Registered nurse, nurse practitioner)
Are nurses always on their feet? Do they have to work many night shifts? #nurse #nurse-practitioner #registered-nurse
What specific characteristics are required of registered nurses/nurse practitioners?
I'm studying to become a nurse practitioner, I would like to know more about the career and what types of tasks and responsibilities NP's have in the hospital setting. #nurse-practitioner
I want to be a nurse practitioner. What steps do I need to take to become one?
I recently started taking high school prerequisites and have not yet started my Bachelor of Science in Nursing. I know that takes typically four years to finish, how long is the NP (Masters in Nursing) program? #nurse #registered-nurses #nurse-practitioner
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