4 Tips for the College Applicant

4 Tips for the College Applicant

The college application process might seem complicated, but it’s not impossible. The secret to meeting the requirements and deadlines for all the schools on your list is staying organized. As a college admissions counselor, I’ve outlined my best advice for every high...
The College Search: Top 5 Pitfalls

The College Search: Top 5 Pitfalls

Ahh, it’s the summer before senior year, and all you have to do is hang with your friends and relax, right? Not exactly . . . If you’re smart, you’ll spend this summer thinking about getting ready to submit your college applications. Part of this includes building...
An Elevator Pitch to the Top

An Elevator Pitch to the Top

By Kristen Walsh “Good afternoon, my name is Erin Iwamoto and I would like you to remember me as the girl that fearlessly gets the job done.” The opening line of Iwamoto’s 60-second elevator pitch — delivered to judges at the 2018 Northeast Intercollegiate...
Beauty from the Inside Out

Beauty from the Inside Out

By Kristen Walsh Vogue calls it “confidence dressing” and job interviewees call it “dressing for success.” The clothing we wear can impact our mood and inspire confidence. That’s particularly true when choosing a high school prom dress. It’s one reason why a...
Networking Her Way to Wall Street

Networking Her Way to Wall Street

By Kristen Walsh In middle school, Emily Niditch and her classmates competed in a stock market competition with contestants across Pennsylvania, including local government officials. The challenge was to manage a hypothetical $100,000 portfolio through a trading...