by Amy Smith | Aug 1, 2025 | Artificial Intelligence, College Admissions, College Essays, College Students, Common App, Reporting Activities
Class of 2026…the Common App is ready for YOU! This is an exciting day and the beginning of a new chapter for college-bound students. Here are some of my tips for navigating this year’s Common App. Side note…one of my first PR campaigns many years ago was...
by Amy Smith | May 27, 2025 | College Admissions, College Essays, College Students, Common App, Reporting Activities
Every year, I wait with great anticipation for the “What’s New with the Common App” counselor webinar. I love hearing about updates early so I can share them with my students. Hard to believe, but the Common App turns 50 this year! They’ve given it an overhaul...
by Amy Smith | Jun 2, 2024 | College Admissions, College Essays, College Students, Common App, Reporting Activities
Every year, I look forward to this counselor webinar, especially because I want to identify any changes to the writing portions of the Common App so my students can start early. Here are the writing headlines this year for the Class of 2025: Main Essay – No...
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 | Jun 5, 2023 | College Admissions, Reporting Activities
Bugs, bikes, popcorn, books, music, ice cream, and more are just some of the ways students got involved. Don’t let the year “2021” make you think this isn’t a very current topic. It is 🙂 In 2021, I shared my students’ frustration about...
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...