Making the Most of Your High School Years

Entering high school can be overwhelming; you’ll have far more options and opportunities as well as greater expectations. The choices you make through high school will have an impact on your future education. It is essential to choose your classes and extracurricular activities wisely so that you can enjoy your high school years.

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Getting College-ed: September 2022

Every month, College Solutions features a new edition of Getting College-ed, an editorial cartoon created by College Solutions’ own Lee Ann Gun. Check out this month’s edition below, and sign up to get future editions straight to your inbox.

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MAJOR SPOTLIGHT: Geodesign

For young people with a passion for improving communities, understanding how to accommodate the real lives of people under the increasing threat of global warming, with an excitement for the use of technology and design to bring about the creation of new knowledge found at the intersection of the spatial sciences, architecture and urban planning, geodesign deserves a look.

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MAJOR SPOTLIGHT: Supply Chain Management

Supply chain managers are an integral part of all business operations – logistics, purchasing, IT, materials, finances, suppliers, manufacturing, wholesalers, retailers, and consumers. They must continuously monitor every link in this complex chain of people, products, and technology, keeping an eye on the bottom line and safeguarding the mission and profitability of the business.

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Three Types of Campus Visits

With summer approaching, it’s time to start thinking about which colleges you may want to visit. An in-person visit is the best way of assessing your interest in a particular institution. The summers after 9th and 10th grades can be wonderful introductions to the campus community. Here are three different types of visits and how they differ.

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Summer Plans: Crafting an Internship

As students navigate summer vacation throughout their high school years, it becomes important to consider two things when thinking about jobs, internships, research, community service, or other experiences: how to have a summer experience that is both meaningful and helps build a solid resume in preparation for college or a future job.

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Getting College-ed: May 2022

Every month, College Solutions features a new edition of Getting College-ed, an editorial cartoon created by College Solutions’ own Lee Ann Gun. Check out this month’s edition below, and sign up to get future editions straight to your inbox.

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MAJOR SPOTLIGHT: Molecular Biology

Molecular biology is the study of biology at the molecular level. It focuses on the structure and function of the molecules that form the basis of life. Molecular biologists explore cells, their characteristics and parts, chemical processes, and how molecules control cellular activity and growth. They frequently focus on certain types of molecules or work to define the biological processes that cause genetic defects. Majoring in this field prepares students for a wide range of careers in scientific research, medicine, bioengineering, and biotechnology.

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The New SAT Appeals to Students (& What You Need to Know)

The upcoming SAT update likely occurred because of the College Board's concerns about the future marketability of its test. The test remains controversial with opponents highlighting the greater ease for wealthy students to prepare and perform well, while those from more disadvantaged backgrounds face barriers to success. But, students who pilot-tested the new test in November 2021 overwhelmingly indicated a preference for the online format, indicating that they were less stressed and found it easier to complete.

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Financial Matters: Consider Your Return on Investment

In order to come up with a realistic and honest assessment of the costs for each college under consideration, it is important to first calculate the true total cost of attendance – tuition, room, board, fees, transportation, entertainment, and general living expenses such as cell phone bills and traveling home for the holidays.

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MAJOR SPOTLIGHT: Film Studies

If you aspire to expose the world’s ills through documentaries, have visions of fame, fortune, and financial reward, or simply long to get paid for watching movies, Film Studies may be the major of your dreams. Among the most popular and competitive of college majors, film isn’t just for those wanting to follow in the footsteps of Meryl Streep, Steven Spielberg, or critic Pauline Kael.

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