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Susan Treadwell

Researching Colleges? Time To Explore Your WHY

Your WHY is the purpose, cause or belief that inspires you. Knowing your WHY gives you a filter to make choices -– at school, at work,...

Susan Treadwell

University of California: PIQ Writing Tips

After reviewing my students’ offers of admission to the UCs this year, I was particularly interested in analyzing their responses to the...

Susan Treadwell

Love Writing Personal Statements?

February is the month for hearts. I heart chocolate. I heart friends. I heart writing personal statements! Say what? It’s crazy-hard to...

Susan Treadwell

Applying To College: Do You Know Your Backstory?

As college application season winds down for this year’s high school seniors, I’ve been thinking about the students and families I am...