Colleges Visiting TMS: A full list of the colleges currently scheduled to visit as well as a list of a few Open House events and local information sessions are posted on the Family Connection site. Here are the colleges scheduled to visit us in the next two weeks. Please sign up on the college bulletin board and get the permission of your teacher to attend.
- Drew University (New Jersey) - Tuesday 9/29 at 9:00
- Wheaton College (Massachusetts) - Tuesday 9/29 at 10:15
- Randolph College (Virginia) - Tuesday 9/29 at 12:30
- Willamette University (Oregon) - Thursday 10/1 at 1:30
- The Evergreen State College (Washington) - Monday 10/5 at 11:15
- Seattle University (Washington) - Monday 10/5 at 2:00
- Hofstra University (New York) - Wednesday 10/7 at 8:30
- Linfield College (Oregon) - Thursday 10/8 at 10:15
College of the Week - Drew University attracts serious, well-rounded students from all over the U.S. and abroad. Drew's small size encourages a close relationship between faculty and students. Academically, it offers both traditional liberal arts disciplines and innovative fields like Environmental Studies & Sustainability and Business Studies. Civic engagement--using classroom knowledge to address real problems within a community--is a defining element of a Drew education. Engaged learning, along with numerous opportunities for internships and study abroad, helps students make the connection between college and career.
Did you know? - Harvard University and clothing manufacturer the Wearwolf Group have been working on a line of clothing that would take Ivy League brand licensing to the next level. These are not 'insignia' products but rather a full-fledged upscale men's line of 60-odd pieces......Harvard is using its cut of the profits to bolster its undergraduate financial aid coffers." I'm not making this up. (SF Chronicle, 9/20/09)
University of California Virtual College Fair, Thursday October 1st - Budget cutbacks mean that public universities in California can no longer afford to visit high schools. One solution being piloted this year is a virtual college fair, sponsored by CollegeWeekLive.com. The Universities of California Day takes place all day on Oct. 1st starting at 9AM, and will feature virtual booths for each university within the UC system designed to address different aspects of student life at each of the schools, such as admissions, academics, athletics, financial aid and campus housing. Attendees can participate in several live video webcam sessions with currently enrolled students from the different UC system schools to get a more informal take on campus life. Participating schools include: Berkeley, Davis, Irvine, Los Angeles, Merced, Riverside, and San Diego.
Preview Days and Open Houses - Many colleges and universities open their campuses on a Saturday during the fall for prospective students and their families. Typically, they'll offer campus tours and an opportunity to meet the faculty. To see if a college you're interested in does this, check the admissions page of the college's website or call the Admissions Office directly. Check out the visit schedule on Family Connection for the events I am aware of.
Did you know? - Harvard University and clothing manufacturer the Wearwolf Group have been working on a line of clothing that would take Ivy League brand licensing to the next level. These are not 'insignia' products but rather a full-fledged upscale men's line of 60-odd pieces......Harvard is using its cut of the profits to bolster its undergraduate financial aid coffers." I'm not making this up. (SF Chronicle, 9/20/09)
University of California Virtual College Fair, Thursday October 1st - Budget cutbacks mean that public universities in California can no longer afford to visit high schools. One solution being piloted this year is a virtual college fair, sponsored by CollegeWeekLive.com. The Universities of California Day takes place all day on Oct. 1st starting at 9AM, and will feature virtual booths for each university within the UC system designed to address different aspects of student life at each of the schools, such as admissions, academics, athletics, financial aid and campus housing. Attendees can participate in several live video webcam sessions with currently enrolled students from the different UC system schools to get a more informal take on campus life. Participating schools include: Berkeley, Davis, Irvine, Los Angeles, Merced, Riverside, and San Diego.
Preview Days and Open Houses - Many colleges and universities open their campuses on a Saturday during the fall for prospective students and their families. Typically, they'll offer campus tours and an opportunity to meet the faculty. To see if a college you're interested in does this, check the admissions page of the college's website or call the Admissions Office directly. Check out the visit schedule on Family Connection for the events I am aware of.
My Schedule this Week - I'll be on campus Tuesday 9-3:30, Wednesday 9-4 and Thursday 9-7.
FOR SENIORS
Application Help on Wednesday 2:35-4:00 - You guys did a fabulous job last week getting started on applications. Don't lose your momentum! Grab your laptop and head to the Library after school to research your colleges, work on applications or draft essays. I'll be there for anyone with questions or who needs help prioritizing.
Don't forget Honor Roll and Head of School Honor Roll - If you've ever gotten these honors, don't forget to mention them on your applications.
SAT/ACT Practice Test - If you are interested in taking a timed practice SAT or ACT on Saturday 10/3 at 8:00 AM (to simulate actual test conditions), please add your name to the sign up sheet on my door before the end of the day on Thursday. If you're taking the SAT on 10/10, this is a good way to prepare.
Application Help on Wednesday 2:35-4:00 - You guys did a fabulous job last week getting started on applications. Don't lose your momentum! Grab your laptop and head to the Library after school to research your colleges, work on applications or draft essays. I'll be there for anyone with questions or who needs help prioritizing.
Don't forget Honor Roll and Head of School Honor Roll - If you've ever gotten these honors, don't forget to mention them on your applications.
SAT/ACT Practice Test - If you are interested in taking a timed practice SAT or ACT on Saturday 10/3 at 8:00 AM (to simulate actual test conditions), please add your name to the sign up sheet on my door before the end of the day on Thursday. If you're taking the SAT on 10/10, this is a good way to prepare.
SAT/ACT Registration Deadlines - If you need to take or retake the SAT, SAT Subject Tests or ACT this fall, the registration deadlines are approaching. The regular registration deadline for the November 7th SAT or SAT Subject Tests is October 1st. To register go to wwwcollegeboard.com. The late registration deadline for the October 24th ACT is 10/2 and you can register at www.actstudent.org.
PSAT details coming your way this week - During your English class period this week there will be cookies (of course!) and conversation this week about the PSAT, or "Preliminary" SAT, which juniors will take on October 14th. Bring your questions but leave your worries behind - this isn't a test to be nervous about.
SAT Question of the Day - If you are curious about the type of questions that appear on the SAT, you can sign up to receive a sample questions and explanation of the correct answer everyday at http://apps.collegeboard.com/
Susan
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Susan Gotshall-Maxon
College Counselor
The Marin School - CEEB code 052498
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