Last night was Senior Talk, an annual event at our school when seniors reflect on their high school experience and give advice to younger students and anxious parents. (Ironically, although much of the imparted wisdom was directed at juniors, there … Continue reading
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Tonight we are celebrating, because after decades of never winning anything, I just found out I am the proud owner of a priceless raffle item – a size 22 basketball sneaker, autographed by Shaquille O’Neal. Back to college angst tomorrow. … Continue reading
Oberlin has come up with a new marketing catch phrase. Until recently it was “Think one person can change the world? So do we.” The replacement slogan is "We are Oberlin. Fearless." Many Oberlin students are not happy with the … Continue reading
Here is a transcript of a telephone conversation I had yesterday with Operator #25987653 at the College Board: COLLEGE BOARD OPERATOR: Hello. You have reached the College Board. Please have your credit card ready. This call may be recorded for … Continue reading
Here is an essay, written by Hugh Gallagher, which won a Scholastic Press writing contest in 1990. Mr. Gallagher subsequently sent the essay to NYU and was admitted. (It is not clear if he submitted the essay as a writing … Continue reading