by Amy Smith | Mar 5, 2024 | Artificial Intelligence, College Admissions, College Essays
When I heard that AI was a possible tool in evaluating college applications, I had to know more. On a Common App Counselors Webinar discussing this topic, I met Benjamin Lira, Lead Author in a recently published research study, “Using artificial intelligence to...
by Amy Smith | Feb 28, 2024 | College Essays, Common App
Just in…the main essay prompts for the Class of 2025 have been announced! And they’re the EXACT same as last year: Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete...
by Amy Smith | Jan 24, 2024 | College Admissions, College Essays, Reporting Activities
I’m SO excited to share some news with you! I’ve updated my logo to add “AND CONSULTING.” What does that mean? Basically, I want my brand to reflect my services and avoid confusion. With my background in journalism and PR, I tell my students...
by Amy Smith | Nov 3, 2023 | College Admissions, College Essays, College Students, Common App
Happy “November 1st is in the rearview mirror”! It isn’t a holiday but should be! We don’t have the data yet on this year, but last year, Forbes magazine reported that more than 2.8 million applications were submitted by November 1! It’s...
by Amy Smith | May 28, 2023 | College Admissions, College Essays, Common App, Reporting Activities
I look forward to this Counselor Webinar every year for a few reasons. One, I want to see if there are ANY changes that affect my students (especially any writing, including activity lists & essays). Also, I love to hear about any trends or news that affect the...
by Amy Smith | Feb 28, 2023 | College Admissions, College Essays, College Students, Common App
High school juniors, guess what? The Common App just announced the main essay prompts, and they are STAYING THE SAME as last year! These are just IDEAS to spark your #1 headline. Your main essay (up to 650 words) should be the biggest story about YOU! So use these...