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Is maintaining a relationship with your professors in college important?
would it be a good idea to ask them for help, or introduce yourself when class first starts to give a good impression? Does it matter? #college #school
How do you get scholarships?
I applied for 30+ scholarships in my senior year of high school, and never won any of them. I'm wondering if there are any tips or tricks you know to get scholarships.
When attending college are your professors easily accessible to get extra help?
What if a topic doesn't come easy? Can extra time be set up with a professor? #college #nursing #professor #extracurriculars
What is the best major and minor to have if you want to go to graduate school for Occupational therapy.
I am asking because I plan to go to school for Occupational therapy but I have no idea what I should major in and you must obtain a bachelor's degree before you can apply for an occupational therapy program. #college #majors #counselor #college-minor #occupational-therapy #majors-and-minors...
Can I still apply for scholarships while I'm still in college?
I just wanted to know for future reference. #college
As competition increases nowadays, how can one keep his or her core values such as integrity protected?
I experience this a lot in high school. From small pop quizes, to final exams, some individuals will always cheat, creating a sense of unfairness and a loss of balance. As I go off to college and become a professional, I know such hobbies will become a profession for those who have the talent....
What is it like to go to a Greek-heavy school and not be a part of Greek life?
The school I'm going to says it's really welcoming even if you're not in Greek life, but a huge majority of the students are in sororities or fraternities. Just wondering if it's super exclusive or not. #greek-life #sororities
What is the worth of a bachelor's degree today?
Students today are looking at the costs of education as if they're picking out luxury cars. Given that, how much do people (more specifically, hiring managers) put into consideration not only the school in which they received their degree (Harvard vs. Arizona State) but as well the type (B.S....
Is it better to be "well rounded" or "specialized"?
All around, we are told to take classes in which we have no interest in, yet do so anyway due to wanting to be "well-rounded" Do colleges and universities want to see a "spike" in terms of academics and extracurriculars (meaning a specialty, such as if you have a passion for science, then a...
Industrial Engineering
I was wondering if someone could expound on the thought of industrial engineering? I've tried getting as much information on the true definition of what an industrial engineer does. Also, what are common jobs that industrial engineers fall into after graduating college that best fit their...
Should I get a job during the first semester of freshman year or wait until second semester?
I really need money both for college and for my pockets. I've heard people say not to get a job as soon as you start college and to wait until you get settled in and I've heard the exact opposite.
How do I know if I am choosing the right major for the career path I want to take?
I am currently stuck between three different majors because they are all so similar. I know what career I want to pursue but I also know that it might take a while to get there. I want to make sure that I am choosing the right major so I can have enough versatility and not be at a stand still,...
What careers can I pursue with a biology degree?
I love science and biology, but I don't really want to go into a medical field. I would like to know if there are jobs I can get with only a biology degree and no further schooling. #biology #jobs
What should I dress for a career fair?
My school is going to be having those throughout the year and what are some things I should wear? What should I be prepared to do, what should I bring? #career #jobs
What are some good backup careers in the case that I'm not accepted into medical school after the 1st or 2nd try?
I haven't always been the best student academically and have heard it's a good idea to have a backup for medical school. I am most interested in Neurology/Neuroimaging but any other suggestions are welcomed. #career #medicine #career-paths #medicine-school #careers #neurology #career-change...