An article by Jacques Steinberg, NYT, reports that the caseloads of public high school counselors continues to rise
Full Story »Eco Dorm at Warren Wilson! Check this out!
Eco Dorm at Warren Wilson College
Full Story »It is Crunch Time, Seniors!
Oh yes, it is crunch time. Essays, applications, college fairs, interviews, college visits, early action, early decision, OMG! But do not panic seniors and parents, there is still time. This is the time of year when everyone starts to realize how much needs to get done and how little time there is.
Full Story »Parental Issues during the College Application Process
It is not unusual for parents to find themselves too invested in the college application process. The cocktail parties and PTA meetings can become events filled with “one up manship”. It may not be unusual, but it is certainly best to remember that the most important issue for the success of your child in college is “fit” and it doesn’t matter where Ralph and Ellen’s children are applying.
Full Story »“Residence Life.” Right.
I don’t think I’ve ever taken a colder shower in my life than the one I had this morning.
Full Story »The Word “Stress” = Understatement of the Millenium
Oh. My. Goodness. My life is ridiculous! Life coaches and those who consider themselves reputable in the task of living life and advising others on how to do so instruct the general population to prioritize a “To-Do” List based on importance. I have a question for them: What happens when everything is equally important and you have no time to do any of it? Welcome to my world
Full Story »The College Roommate A, B, C’s
College Roommates: The ABC’s!
Full Story »High School Senior who never sleeps
Hello there, the name is Maddy and I am your normal 17 year old high school senior, trying to make it into college. Well, as normal as a person who goes to school two and a half hours four days a week, is taking Arabic classes, writing a book, trying to run a teen ministry and is going to flight school, can be. I have always had a lot on my metaphorical plate of life, but I somehow manage to make it happen.
Full Story »Saying Goodbye to your college student…
I want to share this article with all of you who will be sending their child off to college this fall. My family will take my youngest off to college in less than a week. I particularly like the advice on how to act when it is time to go.
Full Story »Billionaire Universities?
Forbes has published a list of the top institutions with alums who are billionaires. These institutions have hugh endowments and very selective admissions.
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