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Jewish Students Can Find Their Good College

Educated Quest

The sad reality is that antisemitic and anti-Zionist events are happening on many campuses. He reminded me that, as a minority, Jews have a responsibility to dispel stereotypes, especially if they can do it effectively in their own voice. Jewish students on campus are being wrongly held accountable for events far beyond their control.

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How to Succeed as a Transfer Student

Cornell University Undergraduate Admissions Office

Maybe a professor you connect with or the major advisor who welcomed you at orientation? What about the staff member you met at that welcome event that also grew up in your hometown? Tell them about research you’re thinking about or a minor you’re thinking of adding. It doesn’t need to be formal! All of those are great plans!

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Best Colleges for European History

The Koppelman Group

Harvard University — Cambridge, Massachusetts If Harvard is calling your name, the Department of History at this iconic university offers thematic or career-oriented clusters of courses that allow you to shape your major. Last but certainly not least, Yale offers a history major that you can shape to fit your area of interest.

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From Welcome to Belonging: Retaining New Families at Independent Schools

Niche

The thoughtful conversations with the admissions director, the warm welcome at the new family orientation and the school’s focus on creating a close-knit community made them confident they had made the right choice. Even with these minor bumps, the Smiths felt encouraged. Mid-year surveys are equally important.

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4 Best HBCUs in Atlanta

BestColleges

These include the Student National Medical Association — which supports Black and minority medical students — and specialty groups focused on specific areas of study. Additionally, there are numerous academic, service-oriented, and leadership-based clubs. The famed glee club is known for being one of the top musical groups on campus.

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Effectiveness of Recruiting Travel and Campus Visits in 2023 – Niche Instant Insights

Niche

Only 23% of high school or transfer students said that a good or bad experience during a virtual event can significantly sway their feelings about an institution. They were still more valuable than virtual events and traditional fall travel activities in terms of influencing their interest in a college.

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Summer Strategy Ideas for UCLA

The Koppelman Group

Students in the undergraduate colleges are able to pick from over 125 majors, and over 90 minors, and many mix and match subjects and arenas. There are over 50 club sport teams, 30 intramural sports leagues, and more than 1,000 clubs ranging from social justice to environmental, to career oriented, to faith.