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Episode summary introduction: Dance has been a huge passion for Neha. South Indian Classical dance, Bollywood Fusion were her favorites. Neha didn’t escape Silicon Valley’s entrepreneurial dust either. Neha Kumar is a graduate of Northwestern University with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. In particular, we discuss the following with her: Why Northwestern? The Passion for Dance Summers as Caree...

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: 60% of the Students want SAT dropped [] Financially Shaky Colleges [] Turning ECs into Scholarships [] Our Guest: Shveta Bagade , College Counselor based in Sil...

Episode summary introduction: Founded in 1848, the University of Wisconsin Madison is the flagship campus of the 13-university system across the state. It boasts of highly ranked programs in Engineering and Business. Katie Dunagan, Assistant Director of International Admissions at UW Madison gives us her views and insights on the school, students and applications. In particular, we discuss the fol...

Episode summary introduction: A product of  Silicon Valley, Rohith decided to pursue a career in Music. His talents in the Arts were in evidence at an early age and nurtured through his teenage years through Indian Classical Music training and Performing Arts in school. Rohith Jayaraman is a graduate of Berklee College of Music with a Bachelor’s degree in Music and Music Therapy. In particula...

Episode summary introduction: Growing up in Los Angeles, from a very young age, theater was a big part of Cleo’s life. She was very interested in Psychology and Neuroscience as well. Cleo Handler is a graduate of Yale University with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Theater. In particular, we discuss the following with her: The Obsession with Theater Why Yale? Student Run Shows Enriching Summ...

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: US Colleges to adjust Tuition Fees [] Standardized Tests and Scholarships [] Pandemic Impact on College Students Mental Health [] Our Guest: Shveta Bagade , Col...

Episode summary introduction: Bianca grew up in Long Island, NY speaking no language other than English. She did not know how a second language could be acquired. Williams changed all that. Bianca Brown is a graduate of Williams College with a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Asian Studies. In particular, we discuss the following with her: Why Williams? “Generalist” in High School Love f...

Episode summary introduction: Rob leveraged the Stanford resources for a rich undergraduate experience - both in the classroom and outside. His love for languages took him to Paris as part of the study abroad program. Rob Franklin is a graduate of Stanford University with a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science. In particular, we discuss the following with him: Why Stanford? Adjusting to Stanford...

Episode summary introduction: Professor Lall joined academia so he could keep learning new things, and inspire new generations of students. Professor Upmanu Lall is the Chair of the Earth and Environmental Engineering Department at Columbia University, NY. In particular, we discuss the following with him: Coming to the US from India Joining the Academia Being at the forefront of Research on Water,...

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: SAT drops Optional Essay and Subject SAT Tests [] Top Destination for Transfer Students [] Pandemic Impact on College Applications [] Our Guest: Shveta Bagade ,...

Episode summary introduction: Segment #1 of the 10-Segment Podcast Series to help students in 11th Grade build their best US College Application. Each segment includes an Assignment based on the topic discussed. Subscribe for Assignments. In this segment we have Athena Lao of Admissionado lead us through the discussion. In particular, we discuss the following: What are US Colleges looking for? Wha...

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: As Pandemic wears on, Colleges struggle to survive [] Students ask for more transparency during the Pandemic [] Our Guest: Shveta Bagade , College Counselor bas...

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: Pluses and Minuses of an Undeclared Major [] Top Countries that Int’l Students are from [] Dartmouth has the largest pool of Early Applicants [] Our Guest: Shve...

Episode summary introduction: Joey grew up with two passions: Tennis and Languages. Tennis enabled him to go to Amherst as a scholar-athlete and pursue his love for Languages and Cultures. Joey Fritz is a graduate of Amherst College with a Bachelor’s degree in East Asian Studies. In particular, we discuss the following with him: Why Amherst? Being a Scholar-Athlete Progressive Student Body Love fo...

Episode summary introduction: Ike loves languages. He studied French in middle school and Spanish in High School. He loves music. Ike wanted to go to a college that would allow him to pursue Languages, American Culture, and things international. Ike Wilson is a graduate of Yale University with a Bachelor’s degree in French. In particular, we discuss the following with him: Why Yale? Adjusting to A...

Episode summary introduction: Mike chose Brown because it would allow him to check out and explore a variety of courses in his bid to find the subject that would excite him the most. Mike Mochizuki is a graduate of Brown University with a Bachelor’s degree in History. In particular, we discuss the following with him: Why Brown? About Academic Exploration Vibrant Student Body Advice for Students To...

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: Virtual Semesters Continue into Spring [] Lifestyle Tips for US College Students [] Colleges where more Alumni Donate [] Our Guest: Shveta Bagade , College Coun...

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: Fall 2021 Deadline Extensions [] US Colleges looking for $120B in Aid [] OPT Restored [] Ranking Int’l College Destinations [] Our Guest: Shveta Bagade , Colleg...

Episode summary introduction: Karen wanted to be in a small liberal arts college and Dartmouth certainly fit that bill. In addition to being the “perfect size”, Dartmouth turned out to be everything Karen imagined college to be. Karen Doster is a graduate of Dartmouth College with a Bachelor’s degree in Government, Public Policy and Native American Studies. In particular, we discuss the following...

Episode summary introduction: Seth was quite clear that he wanted to go to the University of Pennsylvania (Penn). So sure that he applied for Early Decision. Seth Shapiro is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics. In particular, we discuss the following with him: Why Penn? Academic and Campus Life Smart and Social Penn Students Advice for Aspirants Topic...

Episode summary introduction: Srihari Balaji, an international student, is a sophomore at Union College, New York. Srihari shares his experience and learnings while searching for Financial Aid and how he went about applying for Aid. In particular, we discuss the following with him: Available Financial Aid Options How Srihari found Aid-Friendly Colleges Tips/Advice for Applicants Topics discussed i...

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: UC Application Deadline Extension [1:20] 11th-Hour Tips for College Applications [2:49] New College Safety Protocols [7:20] Int’l Students Migrate from Australi...

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: Faculty and Career Exploration [1:53] Early Apps Rise, Regulars Fall [7:06] Our Guest: Shveta Bagade , College Counselor based in Silicon Valley California. Res...

Episode summary introduction: While Ajan was in High School in India, he was looking at Colleges in the US where he could pursue Engineering and Drama. One such school was the University of California Irvine. Ajan Subramanian is a graduate of the University of California Irvine with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering. In particular, we discuss the following with him: Why UC Irvine? Nurtur...

Episode Title: College News Fit to Digest. November 9, 2020. 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: SUNY 2021 Reopening Plan [2:05] IELTS vs SAT/ACT [5:43] Our Guest: Shveta Bagade , College Counselo...