Are you a poet, journalist, photographer, dancer, painter, actor, or musician? Do you want to major or minor in the visual or performing arts in college? If not, maybe you hope to pursue your craft through extracurricular activities or college
Why hire an independent college counselor like me? My clients tell me that they want a professional college advisor to: Lead the Process Today’s families are VERY busy with demanding careers and family obligations. Some parents seek out an admissions
Last year my husband and I took a trip to Ireland. Our itinerary was jam- packed with all the usual tourist attractions, however, we also built in free time to explore, people watch, and talk with the locals. I’m glad
My bags are packed, phone is charged, and itinerary is finalized. I’m hitting the road one last time for 2017. Over the last year I’ve taken trains, planes and automobiles to visit 34 colleges coast-to-coast (and yes 10 have been
Last year my daughter decided to train for the NYC Marathon. For the past several months she has been following a strict training plan and logging her miles. She joined a running club to help with the pacing for the
Before you know it fall sports, marching band and play practice will be starting again. If you are a rising high school senior, summer is the perfect time to jumpstart the college essay. Not sure how to get started? Consider
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
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
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,
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