We went to visit the beautiful campus of University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Washington. Here we get to catch up with Jacob, a student at the University of Puget Sound, who is also a Posse Scholar. Yes, that is right he earned a full scholarship for free tuition and the most priceless thing - support by his posse. Listen to words of wisdom from Jacob, tips on the Posse process and the secret to success not only in college but in LIFE! #cantstopwontstop

We are so excited to have an opportunity to learn about Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington from Gio who is a nursing student at Gonzaga. Here we will get a student point of view of their experiences as we all learn more about being a Zag!

California State University, Long Beach is our next tour that we took in Southern California. Before our visit we did some homework on the history of Long Beach State - THE BEACH (their mascot). Here you will learn about some unique majors and colleges along with a special interview with two of there very own students. WARNING: Long Beach State is near Long Beach Airport and as we were being safe doing the interview outside due to COVID - it was kinda noisy during the interview. We will do better next time. But let's learn together.

Take a moment as Julia Mata who has worked on both sides in college admissions and I sit down and talk about college admissions results and what does that mean what to do or not to do as we continue to pivot with the ongoing fluid changes in admissions.

Let's learn about Pepperdine University in Malibu, California. We get an unique opportunity to learn about the campus through one of their students. Jordan is studying Public Relations and is loving Pepperdine. Here is an opportunity to learn about the pros and cons about this college campus located in the gorgeous Malibu mountains facing the Pacific Ocean with all its beaches. If you want to learn more about Pepperdine go visit them in person or even virtually here: https://seaver.pepperdine.edu/about/visit/virtual/ They also have virtual college workshops and here https://apply-seaver.pepperdine.edu/portal/visit?tab=workshop you can meet your counselor and request for more information and materials. So let's learn together with as we sit one on one with Jordan on campus at Pepperdine University in Malibu, California.

IT IS TIME! Decisions have come in and whether you are excited or not sure how to feel - you gotta decide on the next chapter in your life. It is SIR (statement of intent to register) to one college campus. Yes, you have to pick one college after all the decisions and award letters come in. We have a guest who had to go through this process with all the acceptances, denials and waitlist and figure out what is best. Basically, following your gut and sticking with it. We will also talk about next steps you should take and how to get ahead in a confusing and very important process called - college.

Help the UC Campuses see YOU through your college app statements known as PIQ's. We don't get one but two college representatives from the famous University of California system. They bring their perspectives, experiences and wisdom on what a student do and not to do on their statements on the UC college application. But also remind students how GPA's and courses play a big part but just as important is what you do outside of the classroom, how you explain why you couldn't and why you did. They emphasize using your voice so they can hear you and yes even see you. Now it is time to listen to them....

As college admissions decisions flow into the lives of seniors - it is important for seniors and everyone connected to them are aware that there is a painful, stressful, hard waiting game for that decision. Listen to Isabel about questions do ask, not to ask and other things to be aware of. THERE IS MORE -- we will get to listen as Isabel reveals an admission decision from one of her colleges. Drum roll please....

Thinking about applying to an UC - the University of California? Well while the campuses (all nine) are amazing, the application can be overwhelming. So let's listen to Isabel who already submitted her UC application and how you can get ready for your Fall application. New application opens up August 1st.

There are so many resources how to look into colleges on how to find the good, the bad, the affordable and the ones you gotta check out. Take some time and listen from a veteran college counselor and a high school student, Mia, on the different perspectives on a variety tools - the best one is a student's!