Please don’t skip the info session! I know what you’re thinking, “After attending a half dozen on-campus presentations they all begin to sound the same and a lot like the ‘Wah Wah’ teacher’s voice on Charlie Brown.” But, take it
Study Abroad – Broadens the Mind and Heart
Yesterday my husband and I returned from a nine-day trip to Ireland and came home with more than 600 pictures, lots of stories and experiences to last a lifetime. The Emerald Isle is certainly rich in history, full of friendly
St. Joseph’s University – The Hawk Will Never Die
“The Hawk will never die.” I believe it to be true after spending two wonderful days on the St. Joe’s Philadelphia campus for a counselor fly-in (train-in for me) visit. From the second I stepped onto the picturesque St. Joseph’s
Take a Lesson from Where’s Waldo
The Where’s Waldo activity books by Martin Handford were popular in my house when my kids were growing up. The objective is to find Waldo, a tall slender guy who wears a red and white striped shirt and knitted cap,
Drexel: Debunking the Co-op Program
I took Amtrak into 30th Street Station Philadelphia last month to visit three Philly universities. Drexel, which is just a few short blocks from the train station, was my first stop. Like many city universities, Drexel’s campus is not clearly
College Fit Should Be More Than Luck
I loved college! But in retrospect, I was extremely fortunate that everything fell into place so nicely. During my college search, the word fit was never used, and I didn’t research much beyond my intended major or look past the
Dartmouth – Flexible Curriculum with Strong Traditions
What does an Independent College Counselor do in New Hampshire when she’s been sidelined from skiing? Visit Dartmouth College of course! (Truth be told, I did some reading, shopping and lots of eating too!) It’s hard not to fall instantly
Georgia Tech – Home of Innovation and Tradition
For many, Georgia Tech is synonymous with engineering. Without a doubt, Tech’s engineering program is ROBUST, but during my recent visit to campus I was reminded of the many other outstanding academic programs offered through its six colleges. Besides STEM focused
Accepted: Getting The “Chair Turn” in College Admissions
I am a fan of The Voice. I love hearing the talented voices and the contestants’ inspiring backstories. But for me, the blind auditions are the most exciting part of the season. The contestants perform as the four judges evaluate
Emory – Liberal Arts Emphasis with a Pre-Professional Focus
I flew into Atlanta a few days before the “Georgia on My Mind” tour to visit with my college roommate. My personal tour guide introduced me to Greater Atlanta and gave me a sneak peak of the Emory University campus.