Three Things for AAPI Students to Consider in their College Search
Updated: Feb 22, 2023 May is Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) heritage month – a dedicated space and time for America to celebrate, reflect, and engage with AAPI identities and communities. In honor of AAPI heritage month, I’ve decided to compile some useful information on what those who identify as AAPI students might look for in […]
Performing Arts Pathways: Applying and Auditioning for College Theater Programs
Updated: Feb 22, 2023 It sounds like you know you want to study theater in college. Maybe you’ve already chosen your favorite B.A. or B.F.A. theater programs. So, what can you do in high school to prepare for the application process in front of you? Train as much as you can. During the school year, you […]
What It’s Like to Be a College Student: Know Before You Apply
Updated: Feb 22, 2023 Preparing for college can be hard when you don’t know what it’s like to be a college student in the first place. Knowing what college life is like can really help make your application shine – whether that’s in your personal essay or during a college interview. Below are a few thoughts […]
Performing Arts Pathways: Choosing College or Conservatory
Updated: Feb 22, 2023 Do you love acting, dancing, and singing? If you want to be a future theater professional, you have a lot of options in front of you. However, there are a lot of things to consider as you navigate college research, applications, and auditions. Here are answers to some of the most confusing […]
Pick up a Hobby This Winter Break!
Updated: Feb 22, 2023 “Choose your activities because they delight, intrigue, and challenge you, not because you think they’ll look impressive on your application.” — MIT Admissions “In fact, an exceptional depth of experience in one or two activities may demonstrate your passion more than minimal participation in five or six clubs.” — Stanford Admissions “Our […]
Could a UK school be right for your teen?
Updated: Feb 22, 2023 Studying in the UK is an incredible, life-changing experience for the right kind of student. To be honest, it’s quite different than studying in the US! Read on to learn about the major differences, both in terms of experience and the application process, and decide whether it might be worthwhile for your […]
Spice up your cooking hobby — for fun and for college apps
Updated: Feb 22, 2023 From whipping up a mug of dalgona coffee, baking the umpteenth loaf of banana bread, or attempting to follow your favorite celebrity chef’s cooking tutorial, exploring the kitchen became a popular alternative to exploring the outside world during the pandemic. Now, students can’t get enough of their cooking hobbies. If you’re looking […]
College Essay Series: Writing the UC Personal Insight Questions (PIQs)
Updated: Feb 22, 2023 It can be overwhelming for students to start the UC Application and learn that the University of California wants them to write not one but four essays. Each essay should be no more than 350 words in length, and students can’t reuse their Common App Personal Statement. Not to worry! Robert Powers, […]
What computer should you get for online school?
Updated: Feb 18, 2023 With many school districts pivoting to online learning this fall, students may be wondering how they can maximize studying at home — and specifically, what devices are best suited for this new normal. Here are some of my picks. These are suitable for high schoolers and college students alike. I’ll break each […]
5 Dystopian Novels for Your Middle Schooler to Read
Updated: Feb 22, 2023 Back when I was in middle school (8 years ago?!), dystopian fiction was all the rage. Series like Divergent and The Maze Runner were being adapted into movies left and right. These reads were massively popular amongst teens, and it’s easy to see why. The meld of science fiction and fantasy sparks […]