Coursedog’s Post

Delighted to share this brief essay, just published on the Vocation Matters blog at NetVUE (Network for Vocation in Undergraduate Education). Education can be humanizing, when we remember to see students as whole persons: https://lnkd.in/eatYuPyp

The college application process, despite its challenges, is a singular opportunity for young people to identify and articulate who they are and what they want from their college experience. Students compile amazing resumes then fail to create a compelling narrative for the admissions officers. Test scores and grades only tell part of the story. Learning to identify and tell our own stories--whether to a university or to an employer—is a critical life skill. As students move through college and into the job market, their story will evolve and change, but the ability to articulate who they are and what they want will endure. The application (Common, Coalition, or independent) is the student’s opportunity to package and market themselves. The distinct sections should be seen as a unit, not disparate parts. There are certainly limitations and boundaries, but we are in charge of the story we want to tell. REGISTER WITH OUR TEAM NOW! LINK IN BIO! #Abigailhillman #Abigailhillmanandassociates #collegeadmissions #collegeprep #resumebuilding #academicsupport #writingsupport #collegeapplications #collegedecisions #Collegecounselor #personalizedacademicsupport #SATprep #education #getintocollege #interviewprep #privateschoolapplications #researchpapers #extracircularplanning

Calling the Class of 2025! Here's a snippet of our monthly newsletter with some thoughts and advice as you finish your junior year and head into the summer months. Want to learn more about how we support college applicants? Fill out our contact form (https://lnkd.in/d4Hw8ZgM) to be in touch with our college team. #Classof2025 #collegeadmissions #collegeadvising #collegecounseling #TheSchoolCounselingGroup

How can institutions prepare students for life beyond the classroom? Learn more about the gaps we found from our recent survey on career-prep efforts and explore what your institution can do to better support today’s students. ⬇️

Students embarking on their college application journey should start with a mirror. Self-reflection is their secret weapon—for building a list of colleges that are good fits, writing authentic essays, and putting it all together in winning applications. This clarity isn’t just about picking the right college or major; it's about finding a place where their values and goals resonate. Admissions officers value authenticity; students who engage in self-reflection can effectively showcase their true selves in applications and interviews. More than just a college prep tool, self-reflection is a pathway to personal growth, helping students carve out a meaningful and purposeful future. By applying wisely, building confidence, and getting it right, I help students on their journey to college admission success. Contact me here: https://lnkd.in/dC2U-wQ #kscollegesuccess #collegeprep #collegeadmissions #collegeapplications #college #collegecounseling #seniors2024 #classof2024 #classof2025 #seniors2025 #njmom #njmoms

Check out my blog, "Must-Know St. John’s Resources for First-Year Students," for important resources all St. John's students should take advantage of! https://lnkd.in/gXbfmNag

Filling out your college application is not simply completing a form. It is telling YOUR story. What do you want the application reader to know about you?