By Jeremy Tiers, Director of Admissions ServicesI can’t believe that August is already here…wow! Hopefully you’ve enjoyed your summer so far. I’ve been traveling like crazy, having visited 8 states over the past 7 weeks. And this month I’ll be leading admissions workshops on 7 more …
Admissions Newsletter – Reader Q & A: August 1, 2017
This is an opportunity for readers of this newsletter to anonymously ask me a question about any aspect of student recruitment, leadership, and professional or personal development. Each week I’ll post my answer for everyone to read.Q. An Admissions Counselor asks:“Who/what is the greatest …
Establishing Trust Early With Prospects and Parents
By Jeremy Tiers, Director of Admissions ServicesThin mints…that’s my favorite kind of girl scout cookies and I never hesitate to buy a box when I see the local Girl Scout troop set up outside one of our neighborhood supermarkets. Other than the fact that they taste really good, what’s the …
Admissions Newsletter – Reader Q & A: July 25, 2017
This is an opportunity for readers of this newsletter to anonymously ask me a question about any aspect of student recruitment, leadership, and professional or personal development. Each week I’ll post my answer for everyone to read.Q. An Admissions Counselor asks:“Regional Rep. How do you …
I’ve Got Two Creative Student Recruitment Strategies for You
By Jeremy Tiers, Director of Admissions ServicesSome call it “the grind.” Others say they feel like a robot.It’s a conversation I have a lot each recruiting cycle with college admission professionals across the country. Once a new year begins they quickly feel like they’re doing and saying …