Getting College-ed: November 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, and sign up to get future editions straight to your inbox.

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Financial Matters: FAFSA Basics

The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is the primary form used by colleges to determine eligibility for need-based aid. A small number of colleges will not even consider an applicant for merit aid unless that student has first submitted a FAFSA.

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MAJOR SPOTLIGHT: Kinesiology

For active people interested in a science career, a major in kinesiology may be a perfect fit. Kinesiology is the study of human movement, from the molecular workings of muscular control to the process of recovery from massive sports injuries. The study encompasses diverse populations, reaching the elderly, the disabled, and the inactive, as well as the relatively fit and the professionally athletic.

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MAJOR SPOTLIGHT: Peace and Conflict Studies

With the political climate in the United States so divisive, a major that focuses on ways to solve problems peacefully may resonate with you. Peace and Conflict Studies focus on ways to improve justice and peace in the world. The major analyzes universal issues such as racism, sexism, destitution, and war. The goal, of course, is to develop an ability to solve problems non-violently.

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Answering Unasked Questions

When admissions counselors are deciding who to admit to their incoming class, they’re asking themselves two questions: how will the student benefit from attending our college, and what will the student contribute to our student body? Some colleges and universities ask these questions directly on their applications and require students to respond in essay form. Others don’t. But either way, you can set yourself apart from other applications and make a persuasive case for your admission if you answer them clearly and directly somewhere within your application.

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Do 'Safety' Schools Exist Anymore?

As the college admission process becomes more complex, students may wonder if they can be assured acceptance to their so-called ‘safety,’ schools (words used to categorize what a student’s chances are vary; some experts argue that these terms should be changed to the more accurate names of “unlikely”, “possible”, and “likely”). This is a tricky question, and the short answer is: not really. College admission is a complicated process considering many factors, and there are simply no guarantees.

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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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