DEA Inclusion

DEA Inclusion

As we sit in the midst of another busy college application cycle I want to take a moment to remind us all about the meaning of diversity. If my job as an admission counselor has taught me anything, it’s that …
The Scientific Method: The Question

The Scientific Method: The Question

It all starts with a question. It’s true for the scientific method.  And it’s true for getting into college. Since my last blog post drawing parallels between the college admissions process and the scientific method, I’ve been thinking a lot...
NACAC San Diego 2015: The Hospitality Commitee

NACAC San Diego 2015: The Hospitality Commitee

With the great momentum generated from the conference in Indianapolis and with the added focus on transfer students,  we expect to shatter last year’s record-setting number of attendees at next year’s NACAC Conference.   Plus, hello, it’s SAN DIEGO!  The...

Keep it Simple!

I recently found a copy of my University of California application. On it I had checked off which campuses I was applying to in order of preference. The singular essay was hand written complete with curlicues and eraser marks. It …

Hello Nevada!

This month we have a contribution from fellow Nevadan, Erica Mosca, whose non-profit is making a difference in east Las Vegas.  It is programs like those highlighted below that will change the profile of Nevada! According to Complete College America,...