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Kelly Corrigan | Three tips for graduates

By Kelly Corrigan | May 31, 2019

The conveyor belt of high school is over. Now it's time to figure out who you want to be.

Bay Area

Napa Valley vintner pleads guilty in college admissions scheme

By Julia Cheever | Bay City News | May 21, 2019

Prosecutors have agreed to recommend a prison term of one year and three months plus a $95,000 fine.

College

Piedmont Highlander Editorial | We must change our perceptions about college

By Maggie Black | The Piedmont Highlander | May 20, 2019

Cheating on the SAT. Faking extracurriculars.

Bay Area

Hillsborough parents plead guilty in college admissions scheme

By Julia Cheever | Bay City News | May 1, 2019

Prosecutors are recommending prison terms of two to three years for parents Bruce and Davina Isackson.

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Private colleges wary as California legislator calls for crackdown on legacy admits

By Felicia Mello | CALmatters | April 8, 2019

A bill by Assemblyman Phil Ting would bar colleges and universities from receiving state financial aid dollars if they give preference to applicants with ties to alumni or donors.

Around Town

How to make the college decision

By Ulla Smit | March 26, 2019

As you consider your options, don't let the perfect be the enemy of the good.

Around Town

Varsity Blues scandal | A closer look at the college application process

By Ulla Smit | March 22, 2019

The college admissions process is not fair, so how should parents navigate this not-so-even playing field?

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The college essay checklist

By Ulla Smit | November 11, 2018

With seniors in full application mode, now is the time to check that your essays and personal statements help you shine and stand apart from the crowd.