College Matters. Alma Matters.

Episode summary introduction: Miri says she was a Math and Science girl in High School. She knew she was very good at Math. In addition, she liked to play the flute, participated in lots of events and won awards in a number of competitions. Miri Choi is a graduate of MIT with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science. In particular, we discuss the following with her: On choosing MIT Majoring in Comp...

Episode summary introduction: Making sense of the College News of the week curated by Alma Matters . Coronavirus continues to drive the news. Shveta Bagade, College Counselor gives us her take on the news. Topics discussed in this episode: Colleges Struggle as COVID Cases Rise [] Canada’s Over Reliance on Int’l Students [] Test Optional for a little longer [] Our Guest: Shveta Bagade , College Cou...

Episode summary introduction: Founded in 1836, Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia is the second oldest private institution of higher education in Georgia. Miya Walker gives us an overview of Emory, their innovative approach to education, their flagship programs, what they look for in their students, Financial Scholarships and advice for aspiring students. In particular, we discuss the following...

Episode summary introduction: Making sense of the College News of the week curated by Alma Matters . Coronavirus continues to drive the news. Shveta Bagade, College Counselor gives us her take on the news. Topics discussed in this episode: UW Madison Test Optional [] Indian Students avoid Australia [] More Full-Time Jobs for Grads [] Last Minute Application Notes [] Our Guest: Shveta Bagade , Coll...

Episode summary introduction: The goal of this series is to serve as a Primer for High Schoolers about a Major, through our conversations with Faculty Experts in the various US Colleges and Universities. We continue this series with Renewable Energy, with Mads Almassalkhi, Associate Professor in Electrical Engineering and the Director of the Control and Optimization Renewable Energy (CORE) Systems...

Episode summary introduction: Making sense of the College News of the week curated by Alma Matters . Coronavirus continues to drive the news. Shveta Bagade, College Counselor gives us her take on the news. Topics discussed in this episode: College Tuition Historically Low [] Colleges and Digital Divide [] US versus European Degrees [] Australian Allure Dims [] UC Apps Updates [] Our Guest: Shveta...

Episode summary introduction: Craig loved math and science while he was in high school in Texas. Math came easily to him. He says it just flowed and he could read it like a book. He wanted to grow up and create the next big thing or do game changing research. Craig Chu is a graduate of CalTech with a Bachelor’s degree in Applied and Computational Mathematics. In particular, we discuss the followin...

Episode summary introduction: Making sense of the College News of the week curated by Alma Matters . Coronavirus continues to drive the news. Shveta Bagade, College Counselor gives us her take on the news. Topics discussed in this episode: Int’l Students Pick US as Top Choice [] Econ as a STEM Major [] Top Salary Majors [] Our Guest: Shveta Bagade , College Counselor based in Silicon Valley Califo...

Episode summary introduction: Jeanne Mekolichick, President of Council on Undergraduate Research (CUR), Associate Provost and Professor of Sociology at Radford University, and Lindsay Currie, Executive Officer for CUR. Jeanne and Lindsay talk about Why UG Research is transformative, the role CUR plays in nurturing and expanding UG Research, the services it provides to College and Students and How...

Episode summary introduction: Segment #10 of the 10-Segment Podcast Series to help students in 11th Grade build standout US College Applications. This segment focuses on the things  that need to be done after submitting the Application. Subscribe for Assignments . In this segment, Athena Lao leads us through the discussion. In particular, we discuss the following: Early Decision Outcomes and...

Episode summary introduction: Making sense of the College News of the week curated by Alma Matters . Coronavirus continues to drive the news. Shveta Bagade, College Counselor gives us her take on the news. Topics discussed in this episode: Rankings are Meaningless & Harmful [] 10 Univs with Most Applications [] College Enrollment Stats [] 50% of College Students take Classes Online [] Our Gues...

Episode summary introduction: During High School, David grew up thinking he loved Biology and was passionate about Global Development & Poverty. He was involved in a number of related clubs in school, played baseball and was in the student government. David Kastelman is a graduate of Yale University with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics & Cognitive Science. As a passionate member of t...

Episode summary introduction: Making sense of the College News of the week curated by Alma Matters . Coronavirus continues to drive the news. Shveta Bagade, College Counselor gives us her take on the news. Topics discussed in this episode: Success = 6-Year Graduation [] 5 Valuable Majors [] Common Myths about US Colleges [] Int’l Students can benefit from small town Colleges [] Our Guest: Shveta B...

Episode summary introduction: Ruby grew up in Taiwan and did her High School in a boarding school in Northfield, Massachusetts. One of her High School teachers of Chinese origin took her to a Chinese restaurant in Burlington, Vermont. The restaurant owners told her that she could walk to their restaurant if she joined the University of Vermont in Burlington. Ruby Hsu is a graduate of the Universit...

Episode summary introduction: Making sense of the College News of the week curated by Alma Matters . Coronavirus continues to drive the news. Shveta Bagade, College Counselor gives us her take on the news. Topics discussed in this episode: Int’l Education Demand Grows [] Vaccinate or Else..? [] Ranking Differently [] Freshman 15: Myth or Reality? [] Our Guest: Shveta Bagade , College Counselor bas...

Episode summary introduction: Swarthmore did not make Luke’s initial list, because his dad went to Swarthmore. Then, late fall of his senior year, he visited Swarthmore and stayed overnight with the soccer team. Luke was blown away by the people he met at Swarthmore. Luke Neureiter is a Senior at Swarthmore College pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering and Peace & Conflict Studi...

Episode summary introduction: Prof Raghupathy Sivakumar is the Founding Director of CREATE-X at Georgia Tech. Prof Sivakumar joins us on our podcast today to share Why CREATE-X was born , the structure, instruction and opportunities it offers, startups it helps launch and how students and faculty benefit from it. In particular, we discuss the following with him: Prof. Sivakumar’s Professional Back...

Episode summary introduction: In his high school in Punjab India, Tushar pursued Physics, Chemistry and Math, with Math being his strong suit. He participated in a number of Olympiad competitions. He was part of the Indian Red Cross Society and volunteered at social events and causes. Tushar Sharma is a graduate of Iowa State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems. I...

Episode summary introduction: The last Segment in the 3-Segment Podcast Series to help students with their University of California (UC) Applications. This segment builds on the last 2 Segments, and walks the student through the UC Application in 10 Steps. Shveta Bagade leads us through the discussion. In particular, we discuss the following: 4 Things to Keep in Mind 10 Steps to filling out the Ap...

Episode summary introduction: Liz Brigham is the Director of The Jay Hurt Hub for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Davidson College. Liz joins us on our podcast today to share Why The Hurt Hub was created, programs &  activities, what it offers its stakeholders, and how the students at Davidson College benefit. In particular, we discuss the following with her: Liz Brigham’s Professional...

Episode summary introduction: Segment #9 of the 10-Segment Podcast Series to help students in 11th Grade build standout US College Applications. This segment covers the Cost of College, Financial Aid avenues, the Criteria for Financial Aid and Applying for Merit-based Aid. Subscribe for Assignments . In this segment, Ben Stern leads us through the discussion. In particular, we discuss the followin...

Episode summary introduction: In this Podcast, Hartejas Sekhon talks about a wide range of topics, the Saathi NGO, her interest in Software Engineering, her views on the future, career, and how she is navigating the college process. In particular, we discuss the following with her: Who is Hartejas Sekhon? High School Interests The Future, Priorities & Readiness College Plans Abroad Parents’ &a...

Episode summary introduction: Segment #2 of the 3-Segment Podcast Series to help students with their University of California (UC) Applications. This segment outlines the preparatory work that needs to be done to get ready to fill out the UC Application. Shveta Bagade leads us through the discussion. In particular, we discuss the following: How to Create an Online Application Account Personal Insi...

Episode summary introduction: Reid had a well rounded High School experience. He did mock trial, speech and debate, played soccer, and was a pole vaulter. When time came to look for colleges, he wasn’t quite sure what he wanted to study. But he knew gaining International experience was important. Reid Furubayashi is a graduate of Claremont McKenna College with a Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy, Po...