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ACT Seeks Part-time Workers – Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays preferred

Posted on April 25, 2011 by JD

The ACT posted results of their April 9th exam last night, promptly at midnight, Iowa time.  But, unfortunately, a huge chunk of the exams have not yet been graded, and many students will have to wait for their scores.  More … Continue reading →

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What Not to Write About

Posted on April 22, 2011 by JD

Here's the report on no-no essay topics from the admissions deans at the nine schools we visited: – The death of a pet – The death of a grandparent – The illness of a pet – The illness of a … Continue reading →

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Shameless Plug for the University of Wisconsin

Posted on April 17, 2011 by JD

Are college tours for high school juniors a waste of time and money?  Not always.  For one of GC's friends, the endless delayed flights, frigid temperatures, redundant info sessions and 8:00am wake-up calls were well worth it.  This student, whose … Continue reading →

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Meal Plan

Posted on April 9, 2011 by JD

Shockingly, when I weighed myself after returning from our college tour, I discovered that I had lost two pounds in eleven days.  I am pleased to share this cutting edge nutritional program with interested readers.  In a nutshell, the secret … Continue reading →

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Prayer for the ACT

Posted on April 8, 2011 by JD

Here is a powerful, non-denominational prayer for those who wish to do well on the ACT Exam tomorrow.  This can be recited aloud in the car on the way to the exam, or silently between sections. – On this occasion … Continue reading →

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