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What is a College Library For?
Libraries aren’t just for studying any more. And they may not be for storing books and magazines much longer, either.
July 1, 2023
College Application
Common App Prompt 5: Personal Growth
Write a Great Common App Essay on Personal Growth Common App Essay Prompt 5 asks you to “discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked
June 30, 2023
College Application
June 28, 2023
College Admissions
Want To Be An Architect? Study the Liberal Arts!
What Classes Do I Need to Be an Architect? A client of mine is a budding architect. He is taking an independent study in architecture
June 26, 2023
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Famous Graduates of Liberal Arts Colleges
There are many famous graduates of liberal arts colleges. A college admissions counselor demonstrates the value of a liberal arts degree.
June 26, 2023
College Application
High GPA or Hard Classes? Which Is Better?
Q: Should I take easy courses to get a high GPA or take harder courses and risk watching my average tumble? A: Admissions officers reward risk takers.
June 24, 2023
College Application
March 16, 2023
College Application
The Value of a Philosophy Major
What can you do with a major in philosophy? Many question the value of studying philosophy or the liberal arts in general. The reality is that a philosophy major gives…
March 10, 2023
College Admissions +
Why Major in Music? A Dean Defends Arts
Why major in music? Because it is great preparation for a career at Microsoft! Here Mark reviews a speech by Brian Pertl, Dean of the Conservatory of Music at Lawrence…
February 26, 2023