By Jeremy Tiers, Director of Admissions ServicesI would argue that the most successful admissions counselors are able to get prospective students and parents to communicate more with them throughout the college search process than they do with their counterparts at other …
Yes, You Can Learn From Howard Stern
By Jeremy Tiers, Director of Admissions Services No, that’s not a misprint. There are actually a number of things that you can learn from Howard Stern that will make you a better recruiter and/or a better leader.The shock jock, as he’s known to many, has amassed tens of millions of …
Ask Your Undecided Students These Questions
by Jeremy Tiers, Director of Admissions Services Thanks for checking out this week’s newsletter. I’m sending good vibes your way as you finish putting together your school’s next class of new students.Last week I received a bunch of emails from admissions counselors looking for …
Recruiting Reminders From the NCAA Tournament
by Jeremy Tiers, Director of Admissions Services A historic upset. Check. Buzzer beaters. Check. A 98-year-old nun becoming famous. Check. And friends of mine tearing up their brackets and uttering some choice words after a weekend that could only be described as complete madness. …
If You’re Getting the Silent Treatment
by Jeremy Tiers, Director of Admissions Services You’re not alone.Winter seems to be the popular time of year for radio silence from students, namely inquiries and admitted (but undecided) students.A lot of admissions counselors tell me their state of mind when this happens …