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Megan and Erin go through questions that students ask about Extra Curricular activities.
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Maureen Anderson from the Sorority Success Academy shares how as a first-generation college student, who after a injury found she didn’t have many friends outside of cheer, she was able to fill that social void through Greek life on campus. ... Read More »
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It’s time for college applications! How do we strategize with our college apps to make sure we are applying for the schools we want and not wasting time and effort on our lowest priorities. Erin provides a sample of her ... Read More »
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A listener writes in with a question about how to prep for the SAT/ACT on the cheap. Megan uses her expert advice to go through a variety of resources and help vet what might be helpful and what might be ... Read More »
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This may be our most controversial episode ever. Megan shares the importance of style guides and Erin throws a fit. Regardless, knowing what a style guide is and how to use one is a necessary skill for any student. What ... Read More »
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Yes, the all-caps is intentional–Erin is a HUGE fan of school supplies. So much so that she even wrote an entire blog post about it (here is that post)! What are your favorite school supplies? What are the things Erin ... Read More »
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Megan introduces us to the big one–the Fiske Guide–where you can find a ton of information about colleges. Find out the history, the stories that make the colleges unique, and hear from ACTUAL students. Fiske guide is great for research ... Read More »
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Want to get to know yourself a bit better? Curious what careers might be best for you? How do you determine what you might want to major in during your time in college? Erin shares a variety of personality tests ... Read More »
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Megan is sharing a special book that is perfect for those who aren’t sure what colleges they might be interested in. Colleges That Change Lives by Loren Pope covers some great colleges that might not be known because they are ... Read More »
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Erin’s back with more tech stuff for your summer resources! Habit trackers, anti-distraction apps, and an app to help you get out of bed! Understood.orgHabiticaFinchI can’t wake up!Cold TurkeyFB erradicator
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Spending your summer doing some test prep? Megan tells us why it is important to check out the SAT & ACT Official Guides. Get yourself ready for the test if you are a junior and if you are a senior, ... Read More »
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Whether you are traveling to visit colleges, attending a summer program, or just enjoying some time with family, it is good to travel with the right gear. In today’s episode, Erin shares some of her favorite travel stuff. Many of ... Read More »
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You may have noticed the list of “new Ivys” from Forbes this spring. In today’s episode, Megan discusses two resources with a similar approach: Greene’s Guides: Public Ivies & Hidden Ivies. These books highlight “how to get an Ivy League ... Read More »
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In this episode, Erin shares some of her favorite podcasts. No Stupid Questions — Research psychologist Angela Duckworth, the author of “Grit” and tech / sports executive Mike Maughan ask lots of questions. Hidden Brain looks into the underlying patterns ... Read More »
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Megan’s resource for the week is a book that was very influential to her early in her career: The Gatekeepers by Jacques Steinberg. This non-fiction work reads like a story and follows admissions officer Ralph Figaroa through a season of ... Read More »
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We’ve made it to June! Hang in there if you have a few more weeks of school. We typically do shorter episodes in the summer and this year, Megan and Erin will take turns sharing different resources to help you ... Read More »
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Megan and Erin did some reading and have a book report on The Price You Pay for College: An Entirely New Road Map for the Biggest Financial Decision Your Family Will Ever Make by Ron Lieber. What does this book cover? ... Read More »
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Students are told that dropping a class will ruin their future prospects–the dreaded W on the transcript is the scarlet letter. Erin argues that sometimes dropping a class is the best and most strategic choice. She also discusses what other ... Read More »
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Why does this college application question elicit blank stares from students? How do we help students to figure out what they might bring to the college experience or what sets them apart from other applicants? Megan and Erin discuss how ... Read More »
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Megan is back from a whirlwind tour of college visits and is sharing her notes and secret tips. When should you go? Is it worth it to time your visit to coincide with their “special” day? Lots of tips like ... Read More »
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