Tag: high-school

• How to Prioritize Extracurricular Activities

  

  The admissions process at elite U.S. colleges is becoming increasingly competitive each year. For international students aiming for acceptance, this means excelling not only in academics but also in extracurricular activities that showcase their achievements, talents, and passions. Students and parents often ask me: “Which extracurriculars should I pursue?” “Can I have too many or…

  Nancy Xie

  February 26, 2025

  College Admissions

  college-applications, extracurricular-activities, high-school, school-clubs

•  What is Career Development?

  

  “It’s not what you achieve, it’s what you overcome. That’s what defines your career.” ~Carlton Fisk (Major League Baseball player) Though career development is a familiar concept, it could be hard to define without giving some time to think about it. One of the best definition that I’ve come across so far is from Dawn…

  Nancy Xie

  January 7, 2025

  Career Orientation

  career, college, education, high-school, technology