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The University of California applications opened August 1st so it's time to have the BEST strategies to write your personal insight questions / essays. Tiffany covers the best questions / prompts to answer, how to answer them, and mistakes to avoid. Tune in to ensure you're prepared for applying to the UC system. SIGN UP FOR OUR WEBINAR ON "ACING THE COLLEGE APPS" on August 17 @ 5-6pm PST (first 50 RSVP are offered free proofreading in one of our webinars): Event registration form: https://bit.ly/AceCollegeApps Event Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XKZUDXy_n3OKtyXqc7be7Ot92bdCjeBE/view?usp=sharing University of California (UC System) Personal Insight Questions: https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/applying-as-a-freshman/personal-insight-questions.html 👋 About College and Career Champion I am Tiffany Phu, a college and career advisor passionate about helping students and professionals prepare for their desired career path especially through post-secondary education. Visit my website to get assistance in navigating the college application process. I also specialize in career readiness with resume assistance, identifying strengths and interests. 💌 SUBSCRIBE to get advice and resources directly to your inbox: https://www.collegeandcareerchampion.com/subscribe 💻 WEBSITE https://www.collegeandcareerchampion.com/ 📚 WORK WITH ME 1-on-1 https://www.collegeandcareerchampion.com/book-consultation ✍ VISIT MY BLOG https://www.collegeandcareerchampion.com/blog 🎙 PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/college-and-career-champion-helpful-information-for-a-purposeful-career-path/id1619162685 🌎 GOOGLE REVIEWS: https://goo.gl/maps/gPhxtXVepa5obCyr5 📱 INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/collegeandcareerchampion/ 👍 FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeAndCareerChampion 🎥 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@collegeandcareerchampion?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc TIMESTAMP 0:00 | Introduction 1:19 | What UCs are looking for (comprehensive review) 2:54 | Prepare resume document (activities & extracurriculars) 4:14 | Best questions to answer 8:31 | Putting together your application 8:52 | Advice on the UC PIQs 10:08 | Most common mistake 10:39 | Outro KEYWORDS #universityofcalifornia #collegeapplications #collegeessay #college #university #student #highschoolstudent #applyingtocollege personal insight questions tips

Wondering how to get the best letters of recommendation (LOR) for your college application? Tiffany covers when, who, how, and what to ask for in a letter of recommendation. Tune in to learn the best strategies to ensure you get the best letter of recommendation as possible. SIGN UP FOR OUR WEBINAR ON "ACING THE COLLEGE APPS" on August 17 @ 5-6pm PST (first 50 RSVP are offered free proofreading in one of our webinars): Event registration form: https://bit.ly/AceCollegeApps Event Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XKZUDXy_n3OKtyXqc7be7Ot92bdCjeBE/view?usp=sharing 👋 About College and Career Champion I am Tiffany Phu, a college and career advisor passionate about helping students and professionals prepare for their desired career path especially through post-secondary education. Visit my website to get assistance in navigating the college application process. I also specialize in career readiness with resume assistance, identifying strengths and interests. 💻 WEBSITE https://www.collegeandcareerchampion.com/ 💌 SUBSCRIBE to get advice and resources directly to your inbox: https://www.collegeandcareerchampion.com/subscribe 📚 WORK WITH ME 1-on-1 https://www.collegeandcareerchampion.com/book-consultation ✍ VISIT MY BLOG https://www.collegeandcareerchampion.com/blog 🎙 PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/college-and-career-champion-helpful-information-for-a-purposeful-career-path/id1619162685 🌎 GOOGLE REVIEWS: https://goo.gl/maps/gPhxtXVepa5obCyr5 📱 INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/collegeandcareerchampion/ 👍 FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeAndCareerChampion 🎥 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@collegeandcareerchampion?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc TIMESTAMP 0:00 | Introduction 1:34 | Look on college website for number of LOR 2:06 | When to request LOR 3:33 | Who to ask for LOR 6:08 | How to ask for LOR 7:24 | Sending formal request 7:48 | Send reminders 8:34 | Thank & update recommenders 9:06 | Outro KEYWORDS #letterofrecommendation #collegeapplications #lor #college #university #student #highschoolstudent #applyingtocollege

Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, depressed, or anxious about your future as you're applying to college and preparing for a career? We have a discussion with Amrita Vu, Site Lead Therapist at a California High School, who shares how mental health is related to college and career ambitions, advice on how to recognize when you need mental health assistance, and how to manage parental pressures. Tune in to be preventive or find a solution for your worries. More mental health resources provided below: Uplift Mobile Crisis 408-379-9085 National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1- 800-799-7233 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) National Hopeline Network: 1-800-SUICIDE (800-784-2433) Lifeline Crisis Chat (Online live messaging): http://www.crisischat.org/ Crisis Text Line: Text "START" TO 741-741 Self-Harm Hotline: 1-800-DONT CUT (1-800-366-8288) Family Violence Helpline: 1-800-996-6228 Planned Parenthood Hotline: 1-800-230-PLAN (7526) American Association of Poison Control Centers: 1-800-222-1222 National Council on Alcoholism & Drug Dependency Hope Line: 1-800-622-2255 National Crisis Line - Anorexia and Bulimia: 1-800-233-4357 GLBT Hotline: 1-888-843-4564 TREVOR Crisis Hotline: 1-866-488-7386 AIDS Crisis Line: 1-800-221-7044 Veterans Crisis Line: https://www.veteranscrisisline.net Suicide Prevention Wiki: http://suicideprevention.wikia.com Safe Rides: 1-888-550-RIDE, Fridays 10pm-1am CA Youth Crisis Line: 1-843-5200 Bill Wilson Center: www.Chat4teens.org StarVista Crisis Hotline: 650-579-0350 YWCA Rape Crisis Line 408-287-3000 WHAT TO WATCH NEXT: COLLEGE ESSAY Topics That Gained ADMITTANCE (examples from REAL students) https://youtu.be/Kn-fulwKKBY 👋 About College and Career Champion I am Tiffany Phu, a college and career advisor passionate about helping students and professionals prepare for their desired career path especially through post-secondary education. Visit my website to get assistance in navigating the college application process. I also specialize in career readiness with resume assistance, identifying strengths and interests. 💻 WEBSITE https://www.collegeandcareerchampion.com/ 💌 SUBSCRIBE to get advice and resources directly to your inbox: https://www.collegeandcareerchampion.com/subscribe 📚 WORK WITH ME 1-on-1 https://www.collegeandcareerchampion.com/book-consultation ✍ VISIT MY BLOG https://www.collegeandcareerchampion.com/blog 🎙 PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/college-and-career-champion-helpful-information-for-a-purposeful-career-path/id1619162685 🌎 GOOGLE REVIEWS: https://goo.gl/maps/gPhxtXVepa5obCyr5 📱 INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/collegeandcareerchampion/ 👍 FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeAndCareerChampion 🎥 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@collegeandcareerchampion?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc TIMESTAMP 0:00 | Introduction 0:36 | HS Therapist Introduction 2:30 | Signs of mental health concerns 5:11 | How to overcome procrastination due to stress 8:00 | How to normalize mental health needs 11:15 | Managing stress around mistakes when applying to college 13:18 | Writing about mental health relative to Covid-19 in college essays 15:47 | Confidentiality of students and parents 19:54 | Final advice about parental pressures 21:16 | Outro KEYWORDS #collegeapplications #mentalhealth #managingstress #college #university #studentlife #collegestudent #collegestudentlife

Thinking about what to write for your college essay? Tiffany goes over 3 real student essay topics and explains how they resulted in admittance to top universities. Also don't forget to subscribe to College and Career Champion email list to get access to our e-series launching in a few weeks. Note: please do NOT copy these essay topics. They are meant to give inspiration. Your essay should be a reflection of your proud journey. 💌 SUBSCRIBE to get advice and resources directly to your inbox: https://www.collegeandcareerchampion.com/subscribe WHAT TO WATCH NEXT: Financial Aid Expert Shares Everything You Need to Know (get more aid, when to appeal, manage loans) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5_hm0QACco 👋 About College and Career Champion I am Tiffany Phu, a college and career advisor passionate about helping students and professionals prepare for their desired career path especially through post-secondary education. Visit my website to get assistance in navigating the college application process. I also specialize in career readiness with resume assistance, identifying strengths and interests. 💻 WEBSITE https://www.collegeandcareerchampion.com/ 📚 WORK WITH ME 1-on-1 https://www.collegeandcareerchampion.com/book-consultation ✍ VISIT MY BLOG https://www.collegeandcareerchampion.com/blog 🎙 PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/college-and-career-champion-helpful-information-for-a-purposeful-career-path/id1619162685 🌎 GOOGLE REVIEWS: https://goo.gl/maps/gPhxtXVepa5obCyr5 📱 INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/collegeandcareerchampion/ 👍 FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeAndCareerChampion 🎥 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@collegeandcareerchampion?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc TIMESTAMP 00:00 | Introduction 1:05 | Subscribe to get e-learning series 1:46 | First student college essay topic 4:26 | Second student college essay topic 6:51 | Third student college essay topic 9:55 | Recommendations on how to pick a topic 11:03 | Outro KEYWORDS #collegeessay #collegeapplications #collegeadmission2022 #college #collegeadvice #student #highschoolstudent #applyingtocollege

Financial aid expert, Miguel Mendoza, has 15+ years of experience navigating FAFSA and helping families strategize to afford college. I learned a lot from the conversation and know you will too. Tune in as we discuss how to get more aid, when to submit and appeal a financial aid package, when and how to pay off loans, the CSS Profile, and much more. WHAT TO WATCH NEXT: How to Choose the RIGHT College for You (Advice I Wish I Knew Before) https://youtu.be/P8HV-sT9F0s 👋 About College and Career Champion I am Tiffany Phu, a college and career advisor passionate about helping students and professionals prepare for their desired career path especially through post-secondary education. Visit my website to get assistance in navigating the college application process. I also specialize in career readiness with resume assistance, identifying strengths and interests. 💻 WEBSITE https://www.collegeandcareerchampion.com/ 💌 SUBSCRIBE to get advice and resources directly to your inbox: https://www.collegeandcareerchampion.com/subscribe 📚 WORK WITH ME 1-on-1 https://www.collegeandcareerchampion.com/book-consultation ✍ VISIT MY BLOG https://www.collegeandcareerchampion.com/blog 🎙 PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/college-and-career-champion-helpful-information-for-a-purposeful-career-path/id1619162685 🌎 GOOGLE REVIEWS: https://goo.gl/maps/gPhxtXVepa5obCyr5 📱 INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/collegeandcareerchampion/ 👍 FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeAndCareerChampion 🎥 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@collegeandcareerchampion?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc TIMESTAMP 00:00 | Introduction 1:05 | Miguel's Introduction & why he chose UMass 2:38 | Overview of Financial Aid 4:47 | Misconception about FAFSA 7:07 | Affordability of private vs. public schools 11: