College Guidance Chat

Episodes

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   Episode 27: Molly Horst, Admissions Counselor at High Point University

   Though located in the small North Carolina town, High Point University has recently staked its claim as a nationally recognized leader in higher education. Its curriculum is rooted in the liberal arts, but unlike other traditional liberal arts schools, HPU has an enrollment of about 4000…

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   Nov 4, 2015
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   Episode 26: Kevin Mathes, Associate Director of Admissions at Dartmouth College

   Dartmouth College is one of the most elite institutions of higher education in America, but it also sets itself apart from its peers through its quarter-based academic calendar. This system allows students to enroll in up to three intensive courses each quarter, and by graduation, students have...

   Oct 30, 2015
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   Episode 25: Bryan Hudson, Assistant Director of Admissions at the University of Southern California

   The University of Southern California (USC) is one of the most iconic schools in America. It's football games against archrivals Stanford and Notre Dame are not the only reasons so many students–nearly 50,000 students apply for about 3000 spots–are attracted to this university. Its location in…

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   Oct 6, 2015
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   Episode 24: Zachary Wielgus, Assistant Director of Admissions at Boston College

   Nestled in charming Chestnut Hill near America's quintessential college town, Boston College offers its students a stellar academic program within the context of a Jesuit community. Men and women for others, cura personalis, Ad maiorem Dei gloriam...these Jesuit traditions infuse the life of the...

   Sep 17, 2015
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   Episode 23: Christopher Teare, Senior Associate Director of Admissions at Drew University

   What makes Drew special? According to Christopher Teare, the Senior Associate Director of Admissions at Drew University, it's location and academics bring together the best of both worlds. Just a 45 minute train ride from New York City and all of its internship and professional opportunities…

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   Sep 16, 2015
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   Episode 22: Haley Burrowes, Assistant Director of Admissions at Colby College

   One of the nation's most venerable liberal arts colleges attributes its success to the close-knit relationships that it fosters among its students and faculty. Haley Burrowes, the Assistant Director of Admissions at Colby, explains how these relationships are not only foundational to the Colby...

   Sep 15, 2015
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   Episode 21: Virginia Oberle, Admissions Counselor at Elon University

   What makes Elon University stand out? To Ginny Oberle, an admissions counselor there, the answer is simple: student engagement. At Elon administrative decisions are made with the students in mind and with the goal of enhancing the student experience. It should come as no surprise that Elon seeks...

   Sep 14, 2015
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   Episode 20: Marissa Turchi, Senior Assistant Director of Admission at Bryn Mawr College

   Just a short train ride from the center of Philadelphia is one of the nation's most renowned women's colleges– Bryn Mawr College. A sincere focus on the liberal arts and its ardent support of women in STEM fields, Bryn Mawr is a place where women leaders and scholars are nurtured. The admissions...

   Jun 29, 2015
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   Episode 19: Wendy Livingston, Associate Dean of Admission at the College of William & Mary

   Think that a small public school doesn't exist? Or, that a liberal arts school can't seamlessly incorporate a business program? Think again. The College of William & Mary bills itself as a true one-of-a-kind college: it's a small public college dedicated to the liberal arts. Yet it still offers a...

   Jun 27, 2015
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    Episode 18: Leah Baker, MVS Class of 2015, Matriculant to Bryn Mawr College

    I have never met a student who has visited as many colleges as Leah. Beginning even before her freshman year of high school, she was already pounding the pavement and visiting an array of schools. Eventually she decided to attend Bryn Mawr College, one of our nation's premier women's colleges....

    Jun 22, 2015
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    Episode 17: Tori Maurer, MVS Class of 2015, Matriculant to The George Washington University

    It's not too often that you hear about a student getting lost on the metro and finding the school of her dreams. But for Tori, this was exactly what happened when she went to Washington, DC, to visit colleges. She unexpectedly found herself on the campus of The George Washington University, and…

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    Jun 8, 2015
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    Episode 16: Maansi and Saagar Kulkarni, MVS Class of 2015, Matriculants to the University of Chicago

    Maansi and Saagar are fraternal twins with a passion for the biological sciences and a strong desire to attend an academically rigorous research institution. They eventually decided to attend the same school: the University of Chicago. For them inspiring summer programs helped lead them through...

    Jun 8, 2015
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    Episode 15: Adam Green, MVS Class of 2015, Matriculant to Washington University in St. Louis

    Adam hoped to find a place that was both affordable and would challenge him to think deeply across academic disciplines. For him, Washington University in St. Louis seemed to fit perfectly. His experience at a "preview day" undoubtedly influenced him to accept his offer of admission. He offers…

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    Jun 8, 2015
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    Episode 14: Ian Squiers, MVS Class of 2015, Matriculant to Bowdoin College

    Ian had a distinctive college search and admissions experience: as a talented squash player looking at small liberal arts schools in the northeast, he was drawn to the highly selective NESCAC schools. The sometimes grueling recruiting process made finding the right fit a highly intensive…

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    Jun 5, 2015
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    Episode 13: Sarah Gaglione, MVS Class of 2015, Matriculant to Ithaca College

    Sarah Gaglione will be attending Ithaca College next year and studying the visual arts. Her application process was slightly different from the vast majority of her peers because of the need to submit a portfolio. Though initially apprehensive, she has finished the college application process…

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    Jun 3, 2015
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    Episode 12: Claire Weinstein, MVS Class of 2015, Matriculant to Vanderbilt University

    How did a phenomenal ballet dancer choose to study neuroscience and psychology at Vanderbilt University? For Claire, the people in her life–and a stellar campus visit–encouraged her to apply Early Decision II to Vanderbilt's Peabody College, where she found that she could merge her divergent...

    Jun 2, 2015
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    Episode 11: Cora Ceipek, MVS Class of 2015, Matriculant to Yale-NUS College in Singapore

    Cora reflects on her college application process in this episode. An exceedingly bright student, she describes how finding the right community aided in her final decision, and she offers some advice to underclassmen and women about following their passions (rather than joining clubs for the sake…

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    Jun 1, 2015
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    Episode 10: Patrick Meade from Johns Hopkins University

    Patrick Meade, an Admissions Counselor at Johns Hopkins University, is new to the admissions world, yet his enthusiasm for JHU couldn't be more authentic. Its collaborative community is sure to attract that student who wants a top-tier academics environment without a cut-throat competitive...

    Nov 7, 2014
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    Episode 9: Cerita Fowler from Bowling Green State University

    Thought that state universities were all the same? Cerita Fowler, an Admissions Counselor at Bowling Green State University, spoke at length about the opportunities for hands-on learning at BGSU, a large state university with a small community feel.

    Nov 7, 2014
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    Episode 8: Greg Warmt from Hobart and William Smith Colleges

    Greg Warmt, the Assistant Director of Admissions at Hobart and William Smith Colleges, is partial to HWS. Perhaps, that is because he is an alum. Or, it could be that HWS encourages its students to pursue in-depth study across the curriculum. Interdisciplinary studies is just the norm at HWS.

    Nov 7, 2014
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    Episode 7: Kathy Winters from the University of Cincinnati

    Kathy Winters, an Admissions Officer at the University of Cincinnati, was thrilled to promote the #hottestcollegeinamerica. It's new president, Dr. Santa Ono, has proven instrumental in putting UC on the national stage. It now boasts more 50 academic programs ranked amongst the top 50 from around...

    Nov 7, 2014
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    Episode 6: Megan Whalen from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

    Megan Whalen, the Assistant Director of Admissions at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, dispels the myth that RPI is only for engineers. In fact, with other 38 distinctive majors (and even more minors), high school students may be surprised at its considerable humanities and business offerings.

    Nov 7, 2014
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    Episode 5: Anisha Patel from Vanderbilt University

    Anisha Patel, an Admissions Counselor at Vanderbilt University, has plenty to say about this highly-selective southern university. You probably know about its stellar academic programs, but have you heard about its food or beautiful campus? Listen in and find out more.

    Nov 7, 2014
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    Episode 4: Kristen Placek from Florida Southern College

    Did you know that Florida Southern College's campus features buildings designed by famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright? Find out more about what makes FSC a "College That Changes Lives" by listening to my chat with Kristen Placek, the Senior Assistant Director of Admissions at Florida Southern.

    Nov 5, 2014
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    Episode 3: Elizabeth Stevenson from Southern Methodist University

    Have you ever heard of a "Goldilocks school"? Are you intrigued? Find out what makes Southern Methodist University a Goldilocks school from Admission Counselor Elizabeth Stevenson.

    Nov 4, 2014