Counselors' Corner
Views and opinions about the counseling profession
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
The Number One Reasons Many Colleges Don’t Admit You
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by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. This is a time of great waiting and wondering by high school seniors who are eager to hear about their ...
Wednesday, November 16, 2022
A Gratitude Tale of Two Students
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by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. It was near the top of a tall pile of emails, but deep enough into the list that my speed-skimming abi...
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
Ninth Graders and College
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by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. I have to admit, I’m not crazy talking to ninth graders about college. No matter what I say, these disc...
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Need a Breather? Try College Farming
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by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. The first major college application deadline has come and gone, and you’re taking stock. Students ignor...
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Wednesday, October 26, 2022
Don’t Bet on Future Loan Forgiveness
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by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. October is known as the busiest month in college counseling offices, so it’s always nice when something...
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Wednesday, October 19, 2022
College Essay Advice for Seniors
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by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. This piece was a big hit when it first appeared a few years ago, and many counselors on social media ar...
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
Building a List: The Real Story
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by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. The shortest counseling session I ever had lasted four seconds. The student came into my office, and I ...
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