I think one of the most common fears among high school students is that they have nothing that makes them "special." I've heard many times that because they haven't started a non-profit, swam with sharks or overcome a significant personal hardship, applicants feel they have nothing to offer on their personal statement. Well, my friends, … Continue reading I’m not special.

Taylor Swift albums have always come out in fall, right around the time of most college admissions deadlines. You may wonder what the two have in common, but I think Taylor would make a great applicant if she ever decided to go back and get a college degree. The impressive thing to me about Taylor … Continue reading Be yourself fearlessly.