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Demystifying College Admissions: Jennifer Williams Taylor Speaks to Student Groups

 

Hearing the phrase “college admissions” is enough to rattle even the most seasoned parent or the most confident of students. It’s confusing. It’s overwhelming. It’s... definitely not the same process it was twenty or ten (or even five) years ago! (Gen-X and Millennial parents, am I right?!) Without a guide, and without current, insightful knowledge of the process it can be incredibly stressful for a student and their family. One of the best things you can do to alleviate the stress is to start early, and arm yourself with information.

That’s where a college advisor comes in. Avalon College Advising can speak with you one-on-one about your needs at any time, but we also do speaking engagements for groups. Jennifer Williams Taylor, our lead advisor and the owner of Avalon, routinely presents to groups of college-curious high school students and their families, across the SF Bay Area, about the complexities of the process and ways to make it more approachable.

Most recently, Jennifer was invited to present to students of a local martial arts studio and to members of a national youth service organization. Martial arts students are typically a disciplined and focused group, and Jennifer spoke to the students at Burlingame Martial Arts about how those qualities will translate into a successful college application, emphasizing the importance of strong academics being balanced with extracurricular activities--hello, martial arts!--that showcase their dedication and well-roundedness. For attendees in San Mateo from the National League of Young Men, Jennifer highlighted the role of having life-experiences that will make for compelling essays (service opportunities can be great for this!), and showcasing leadership potential.

 

Is your group or organization looking for a college admissions expert?

Jennifer Williams Taylor, with her background as a former Senior Director of Admissions and extensive experience guiding students, is available to speak to your organization. The content is customized for each group, but will always cover the basics and realities of applying to college. Jennifer’s knowledge, experience, and relatability makes the enormity of applying to college more digestible.

Contact Avalon College Advising to discuss how we can empower your group with the knowledge and tools to succeed.

Avalon College Advising offers a range of personalized services designed to help your student stand out in the competitive college landscape. From crafting a compelling personal statement to strategically building a college list, our team is here to guide students every step of the way. The path to a stress-free, successful college application starts with Avalon College Advising.