Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Tips of the Week - June 4, 2012

For students with the graduation year of:

2008-2011: Sell the books you know you won’t need. You can sell your textbooks through online booksellers, but only do this with books that you know you won’t need. As a general rule of thumb, you are probably safe to sell books from classes that were not a part of your major’s curriculum. Keep the ones from your major courses.

2012: Utilize social media or online programs offered through your school to connect with your soon-to-be peers and classmates. There are many opportunities online to get to know your new classmates at your school. Use them to your advantage, but always remember to be safe & smart online by keeping personal information private.

2013: Get a jump on your essays this summer.
Your admission essay will be a very important piece of your application, so starting early can allow plenty of time to brainstorm topics and ideas and also time for review and revisions. Work on developing topics that will emphasize your character and strengths.

2014 & Above: Talk with trusted adults about their careers.
Asking people about their likes and dislikes in their work can give you some insight that you might not be able to find by reading up on a job. Most people are happy to share this type of information with students.

Sincerely,

Your Friends at Ensphere College Planning Services

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