Visiting Colleges & Experiencing the Immense Opportunities
I have learned personally through my own college admission process journey with two sons that I should follow my own advice about visiting colleges and universities. I have been afforded the most wonderful opportunities to be able to visit college campuses throughout the country. This experience has broadened my knowledge base, expanded my awareness of collegiate differences and deepened my understanding of the uniqueness of so many schools. I have been able to return with the wealth of knowledge that I am able to pass on to those I am helping find the right college fit . I have had the privilege of hiking through the beautiful, animal-friendly mountain campus at Berry College; walking through the historic town streets of Northampton to Smith College; Smiling at God’s wonder as I walk through UGA’s North Campus in Athens: experiencing the breathtaking views of Amherst; riding the Boilermaker train at Purdue; having the opportunity to see new inventions being created at Mercer; taking a tour of the “real life” baby simulator at Florida Southern; sitting in a psychology class at the historic Mt. Holyoke; observing a DJ spinning class at Hampshire; learning about the fast track graduate programs at Nova Southeastern; touring Tillman Tower at Winthrop; and seeing the mobile delivery machines rolling through the historical campus of George Mason University along with so many other wonderful experiences that make each and every college special and unique.
Please take the time to visit, giving your full attention to each college so that you will be able to find your student’s perfect college match. Matching a college is not a prize to be won, it is a journey to enjoy, savor, and experience.
Stacey Mell, APC
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