‘admissions counselors’
What is positive advocacy?
Oct. 10, 2013—With applications rolling in, I’m excited to learn more about the upcoming selection process. So I asked some of my colleagues about the philosophy of positive advocacy, the idea that admissions counselors open each application looking for the reasons to admit students rather than reasons to deny them.
I’m Just a Brochure: The Life of a Vanderbilt Publication
Oct. 7, 2013—If you're a high school student who has started the college search process, you probably have stacks of brochures, pamphlets, and post cards from various schools. But have you ever wondered where exactly these publications come from? Carolyn gives you the back-story on the life of a VU publication.
Early Action, Early Decision, and Regular Decision: What’s the Difference?
Aug. 13, 2013—Carolyn breakdowns the different decisions plans you may come across when applying to college.
The Common Application Is Now Live!
Aug. 1, 2013—Students can now submit freshman or transfer applications for Fall 2014 admission.
Introducing Our Newest Counselors
Jul. 17, 2013—Meet our three new admissions counselors who joined the OUA family last week!
What We’re Listening To: Summer Jams
Jul. 5, 2013—Check out some of the tunes that are carrying OUA through the summer months.
Registration Open for 2013 Road Shows
Jul. 2, 2013—Carolyn offers details on this year's Road Show tour, which will cover 42 cities in 27 states.
Campus Visits 101
May. 24, 2013—Information on campus visit options at VU and 10 tips on how to make the best of it.
Why VU? The Wendi Wang Bonus Track
May. 1, 2013—Sophomore Wendi Wang gives us one last set of insights into what makes the Vanderbilt experience so special.
I’m on the Wait List – Now What?
Apr. 12, 2013—Carolyn gives an update and some helpful tips for our wait-listed students.
I’m Admitted – Now What?
Apr. 12, 2013—Carolyn gives an update and some helpful tips for our admitted students.
7 Lessons Learned from “Admission” the Movie
Apr. 1, 2013—Carolyn reflects on the new Tina Fey film and the truths it relays about the field of college admissions.