July 5, 2026
Auto-Admit Doesn’t Mean Auto-Done: Why Your Essays Still Matter

Auto-Admit Doesn’t Mean Auto-Done: Why Your Essays Still Matter

You qualified for automatic admission to UT Austin and/or Texas A&M, which is worth celebrating, for sure. But your work might not be quite over yet. […]
June 18, 2026
My Go-To List of College Prep Professionals

My Go-To List of College Prep Professionals

I'm often asked who I recommend for test prep, college counseling, other essay coaches, and more. Here's my searchable and filterable list — people I trust, […]
May 4, 2025
Summer Workshops & Resources for College-Bound Students

Summer Workshops & Resources for College-Bound Students

Looking for ways to reduce college application stress and make the most of summer 2026? I'll be offering in-person workshops focused on brainstorming the personal statement […]
May 21, 2024
Swordfights, Fire Swamps, and ROUSes. Oh, My!

Swordfights, Fire Swamps, and ROUSes. Oh, My!

As a college admission essay coach, I get to read a lot of amazing essays. (Some I’ve guided students on, and some they’ve done all on […]
March 18, 2024
Blog post: The Importance of Authentic Storytelling and Clear Communication

The Importance of Authentic Storytelling and Clear Communication

I’ve seen several TikToks lately as to what the phrase “out of pocket” means — and which generation is using the phrase right. Originally, the phrase […]
January 28, 2024

Can My Rescue Dog’s Love for Digging Help Inspire Your Writing?

Have writer’s block? I bet you’ll unearth at least one new topic to write about by the end of this article. As our newly adopted rescue […]
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