Gender Differences in Academic Settings
This past weekend, college senior Sarah Fuller made history when she became the first woman to participate in a Power 5 football game. As Vanderbilt’s place-kicker, she delivered the second-half kickoff during the Commodores’ game against Missouri – kicking down some incredible barriers at the same time. As Fuller made history in the “boys club” […]
Why Volunteer Work Is So Important in the College Admissions Process
You probably already know that volunteer work is an important aspect of your college application, but have you ever really thought about why that is? While many students list volunteer experience – almost as an afterthought – after sports, clubs, and honor societies, it’s certainly not an afterthought for college admissions counselors. Here are some of the […]
Ask The Expert, Featuring Our College Admissions Specialist, Christina!
The college admissions process can feel like a complete and total mystery… unless you’ve been on both sides of it! That’s why we are so thankful to have Christina, our College Admissions Specialist, on our Enrichery team. After graduating from UT Austin with degrees in Spanish and Public Relations, Christina worked in the UT Austin […]
6 Spooky Truths About the College Admissions Process
It’s very fitting that Halloween falls in the middle of college application season. In fact, I’d wager a guess that the majority of high school seniors would rather spend a weekend in a haunted house than answer dozens of supplemental questions. While there’s no denying that this process can be overwhelming, it doesn’t need to […]
Staying Safe on Social Media: Tips for Protecting Yourself and Your Family
Technology has become an absolutely essential part of our day-to-day lives (especially during COVID-19), but it’s also abundantly clear that technology, and social media specifically, can be a double-edged sword. While connecting with long-distance family and friends is a wonderful gift of the modern day, social media has also, horrifyingly, become a home to predators. […]
Finding a Silver Lining
When COVID-19 closures and social distancing started to become the norm back in March (about 562 years ago if you’re counting), I remember people incredulously saying, “I heard this could still be going on by Memorial Day!” The thought that this pandemic could uproot our lives for over two whole months seemed crazy… but now […]
4 Tips for Raising A Borderline Grade
You probably know the feeling: there are a couple weeks left in the semester, and your grade is right on the cusp of an A. It’s your chance to hit a buzzer beater – your academic fate (or at least your GPA) hangs in the balance. Luckily, there is more you can proactively do than […]
What Our Enrichery Students Had to Say About the First Week of In-Person School
It’s the question parents have been asking their children since the dawn of time: “How was school today?” Now, however, as kids head back to in-person school during the era of COVID-19, we all really want answers to that question. How is it? How are they handling it? Does it feel a lot different? We […]
7 Tips for Focusing in In-Person Classes After Months of Summer Break and E-Learning
It’s not always easy to concentrate in class on the best of days… and after months of virtual learning and summer vacation? Well, that pretty much requires Herculean effort. With many schools making the switch to in-person class right now, there’s no better time to add some concentration tips to your toolbox. With these seven […]
Making the Most of Virtual Campus Tours (and Other Online Resources) During the Admissions Process
For high school juniors and seniors figuring out their college list, there is almost nothing more important than campus visits. They’ve always been your best opportunity to get a vibe for the campus, see how students really live, and explore the resources offered firsthand. In the era of Covid-19, however, physical on-campus visits are on […]