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April 7, 2010
I am a big fan of free pizza. I am, however, not as big a fan of prospies.
The Long and Winding Road to Oberlin
April 6, 2010
During my first tour of campus, I saw smiling students, wide open spaces, and albino squirrels, all of which drew me closer to the school — but what really got me was the energy, the vibrancy, and the passion.
Getting Here
April 6, 2010
In many ways, my story of getting to Oberlin is pretty uninspiring, and it's certainly brief.
Open letter from the Queen of the Transfers to her fair subjects
April 3, 2010
Jen, the woman in the Admissions office behind organizing almost every tour, overnight visit, or visit program, fondly refers to me as the Transfer Queen.
The Letters are in the Mail!
March 25, 2010
The Arts & Sciences Admissions Office is celebrating today, because decision letters for this year's applicants are finally being mailed out.
Campus Visits: How to be a Prospie
March 12, 2010
This blog gives you a few pointers for getting the most out of your campus visit. I don't usually go in for grandiose, sweeping statements, but I think I can say without (much of) a doubt that this blog could be the most important thing you read during your college search. I can say this because I have learned from experience.
What should I be taking?
February 5, 2010
The lowdown on what type of high school curriculum you should aim for.
Three college essays
January 30, 2010
Part 1 in a series of posts dissecting the three college essays I wrote as a high school senior. In this post, my "Why Oberlin?" essay.
Music Business and Oberlin
January 26, 2010
Some disjointed thoughts in response to a question about the music business & Oberlin.
Reading season...time to hibernate
January 15, 2010
During the months of January, February, and March, the admissions counselors at Oberlin are given days outside of the office to read files.
Glee and Financial Aid
January 12, 2010
Merit-based, need-based, and all those annoying things the guidance counselors are going on about, but simplified, using Glee.
Deadline--Soon!
January 8, 2010
Regular decision deadline is next Friday! Here are answers to some questions common at this time of year.
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