Inside College Admissions

Scoir, Inc.

We believe students are more than their test scores and colleges are more than their rankings. Higher education and career readiness is the gateway to expanded opportunities for advancement, yet far too many high school students fail to realize those opportunities. We set out to fix a flawed college and career readiness process.

You'll hear from a variety of Scoir team members who will host conversations with industry experts and thought leaders. Join us as we share advice from students, supporters, counselors, colleges, and more!

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Dec 21, 2020 · 24 min
"Creating New Normals" with Cheryl Leonhardt
Peter Van Buskirk is joined by Director of College Counseling at Tampa Preparatory School, Cheryl Leonhardt, to discuss the challenges of college counseling in a remote environment. Join us for this conversation on creating new normals, the value of personal connection, test-optional considerations, and finally, applying to college in a year clouded by uncertainty. This episode was recorded on October 29, 2020. Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir
Dec 17, 2020 · 26 min
"Adjusting as Necessary" with Heidi Green
Peter Van Buskirk is joined by Director of Counseling Services at Fayetteville-Manlius High School, Heidi Green, to discuss the challenges of college counseling in a remote environment. Join us for this conversation on learning in a hybrid model, how students can stay connected with their counselors, attending virtual tours, student-athlete considerations, and finally, applying to college in a year clouded by uncertainty. This episode was recorded on October 26, 2020. Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir
Dec 10, 2020 · 28 min
"Learning How to Pivot and Move Through Hard Times" with Kate Asgari
Peter Van Buskirk is joined by Director of College Counseling and Academic Dean of Grades 11 & 12 at The Overlake School, Kate Asgari, to discuss the challenges of college counseling in a remote environment. Join us for this conversation on telling a student's story through letters, finding safe ways to connect face-to-face, test-optional considerations, and finally, applying to college in a year clouded by uncertainty. This episode was recorded on October 27, 2020. Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir
Dec 7, 2020 · 21 min
Brennan Barnard talks on the Importance of Consistent Messaging, and more
Peter Van Buskirk is joined by Director of College Counseling & Outreach at The Derryfield School, and author of The Truth about College Admission: A Family Guide to Getting In and Staying Together, Brennan Barnard, to discuss the challenges of college counseling in a remote environment. Join us for this conversation on finding intention and meaning in the college search process, the importance (or not) of college rankings, skepticism around test-optional considerations, and finally, applying to college in a year clouded by uncertainty. This episode was recorded on October 27, 2020. Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir
Dec 3, 2020 · 16 min
"Don't Cut Yourself Short" with Lou Gilman
Peter Van Buskirk is joined by CAP Counselor at Coral Reef Senior High School, Lou Gilman, to discuss the challenges of college counseling in a remote environment. Join us for this conversation on the importance of telling your story to colleges, maintaining personal connections, test-optional considerations, and finally, applying to college in a year clouded by uncertainty. This episode was recorded on October 29, 2020. Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir
Nov 30, 2020 · 30 min
"Every Part of an Application is an Opportunity to Say Something About Yourself" with Jonathon Milian
Peter Van Buskirk is joined by CAP Advisor at Jose Marti MAST 6-12 Academy, Jonathon Milian, to discuss the challenges of college counseling in a remote environment. Join us for this conversation on creating an impactful college application, attending virtual tours, test-optional considerations, and finally, applying to college in a year clouded by uncertainty. This episode was recorded on October 23, 2020. Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir
Nov 24, 2020 · 25 min
Amanda Leszczuk talks about Transcripts, Curriculum, and Grades
Peter Van Buskirk is joined by Director of College & Career Counseling at Mariemont High School, Amanda Leszczuk, to discuss the challenges of college counseling in a remote environment. Join us for this conversation on learning in a hybrid model, finding the fun in virtual tours, test-optional considerations, and finally, the importance of transcripts, curriculum and grades in college applications this year. This episode was recorded on October 26, 2020. Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir
Nov 13, 2020 · 29 min
"Advocate for yourself and you will be successful" with Julie Kampschroeder
Peter Van Buskirk is joined by College and Career Counselor at Ritenour High School, Julie Kampschroeder, to discuss the challenges of college counseling in a remote environment. Join us for this conversation on learning virtually vs in a hybrid model, making meaningful connections, attending virtual tours, college testing considerations, and finally, applying to college in a year clouded by uncertainty. This episode was recorded on October 22, 2020. Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir
Nov 10, 2020 · 31 min
Adapting to a Life of Uncertainty with Amy Belstra
Peter Van Buskirk is joined by Postsecondary Counselor at Libertyville High School, Amy Belstra, to discuss the challenges of college counseling in a remote environment. Join us for this conversation on developing a college list, attending virtual tours, college testing considerations, and finally, applying to college in a year clouded by uncertainty. This episode was recorded on October 15, 2020. (We appreciate your patience with our audio quality as we continue to record in a remote setting!) Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir
Nov 2, 2020 · 27 min
Alison Almasian on Meeting Students Where They Are and Virtual Counseling
Peter Van Buskirk is joined by Director of College Counseling at The Taft School, Alison Almasian, to discuss the challenges of college counseling in a remote environment. Join us for this conversation on developing a college list, attending virtual tours, college testing considerations, and finally, applying to college in a year clouded by uncertainty. This episode was recorded on October 12, 2020. Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir
Oct 22, 2020 · 1 min
Welcome to Inside College Admissions!
Welcome to the first episode of the Inside College Admissions podcast, presented by Scoir! We have some exciting episodes coming your way in the near future 😉 Until then, be sure to subscribe and check out our website and social media channels: Website Instagram Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram! Learn more about Scoir

Inside College Admissions

"Creating New Normals" with Cheryl Leonhardt

"Adjusting as Necessary" with Heidi Green

"Learning How to Pivot and Move Through Hard Times" with Kate Asgari

Brennan Barnard talks on the Importance of Consistent Messaging, and more

"Don't Cut Yourself Short" with Lou Gilman

"Every Part of an Application is an Opportunity to Say Something About Yourself" with Jonathon Milian

Amanda Leszczuk talks about Transcripts, Curriculum, and Grades

"Advocate for yourself and you will be successful" with Julie Kampschroeder

Adapting to a Life of Uncertainty with Amy Belstra

Alison Almasian on Meeting Students Where They Are and Virtual Counseling

Welcome to Inside College Admissions!