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Arts and Digital Arts Major Advisor
A: 2
A: I love to motivate students to find their true passion. It’s so rewarding to see students succeed in a field they enjoy.
A: I enjoy arts and crafts, doing outdoorsy things such as hiking or picnics and the nightlife with friends.
A: Time management is key. Have a healthy balance between your work/school and social life.
Biological Sciences Major Advisor
A: 1
A: The ability to help students find their passion for their lifelong careers.
A: I am an avid hiker/backpacker, musician, and love to learn about medical breakthroughs
A: Take time for yourself and enjoy life, so that when you are in school, it does not feel like a chore.
Essay Editor
A: 14
A: When they have the lightbulb moment and everything clicks into place for them.
A: Travel, yoga, run, hike, eat lots of good food
A: Enjoy life as it today; don’t be in such a rush to be an adult because most of life is being an adult.
Essay Editor
A: In writing, editing, tutoring, and college support, I have a combined 9.5 years of experience
A: I like getting to know students as individuals, holding space to help them connect more deeply with themselves, witnessing “green light” moments when new ideas or perspectives create a positive shift, and learning what feels important to them.
A: I enjoy spending time with friends, meditation and yoga, listening to music, being in nature, making/consuming art (painting, singing, poetry, performance), and learning about the world and universe we live in.
A: Be kind to yourself.
College Admission & Applications Advisor
A: 12
A: I love hearing their stories. There's so much to discover about a person. It's very rewarding when my students get comfortable and know that I'm there for them.
A: Swim, read, write, sing, enjoy nature, and play with my two crazy boys.
A: Do what you love, and everything else will fall into place.
College Consultant
A: 16
A: I love getting to know them and helping them know themselves!
A: Scuba dive, write, travel.
A: Don't worry about everyone else's opinion, be your authentic self!
College Admissions & Scholarship Coaching
A: 5
A: Hearing each student's unique stories, guiding them in discovering their passions, and helping find their voice!
A: I am a figure skater, world traveler, dessert aficionado, and devotee of the Pioneer Woman, the Barefoot Contessa, and Maneet Chauhan!
A: Work hard now -- procrastinate later!
Engineering and Computer Science Major Advisor
A: 2
A: It's amazing getting to know the unique and diverse passions that drive each student
A: Sleep, but also video games, climb, scuba dive, and ride my motorcycle
A: Do things. Just get out there and try as many cool new things you can! You never know what you'll love until you give it a shot.
Essay Editor
A: 9
A: I love how open students are to learning and trying new things. As mentors, we get to see so much growth simply because our students are so open to new experiences and are looking forward to applying their learning and other skills.
A: In my free time I like to read and write. I also spend a lot of time just watching--my dogs, birds, trees. I also enjoy baking and cooking (even though I'm terrible at baking).
A: It's never too early or late to start practicing self-care. Build moments of joy and celebration into your week. Give yourself a treat for working hard. It's important to have things to look forward to. If you can get into the habit now, you'll have a much more balanced college experience.
Biological Sciences Major Advisor
A: Three years
A: I enjoy getting to know them on a personal level and helping them see that their life story/experiences are unique and matter.
A: I coach wrestling at the high school level. Enjoy spending time with my husky, Lucy, on runs or hikes. Dancing mainly bachata and salsa. Collecting retro video games and playing them from time to time.
A: Make time to do things you love outside of academics. Whether that is clubs, music, art, sports, etc.
Major Advisor
A: 16
A: Inspiring a student towards self discovery, and wanting to learn about everything there is in the world. Reaching this moment can take time, but it's what makes it worth it every time.
A: Outdoors hiking, photography, gardening, and reading.
A: Do the thing that moves you, or be moved by forces not your own. The choice is yours.
Chief Technology Officer
A: 4
A: Watching them accomplish great things.
A: Watch Formula 1, play ice hockey, and watch TV.
A: Spend time exploring different things -- you have a long time to become an expert.
Chief Executive Officer
A: 16
A: Inspiring a student towards self discovery, and wanting to learn about everything there is in the world. Reaching this moment can take time, but it's what makes it worth it every time.
A: Outdoors hiking, photography, gardening, and reading.
A: Do the thing that moves you, or be moved by forces not your own. The choice is yours.