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Agents Of Change: Roles, Barriers, And Opportunities For College Admissions Professionals And High School Counselors, Christopher W. Tremblay, Ed.D
Agents Of Change: Roles, Barriers, And Opportunities For College Admissions Professionals And High School Counselors, Christopher W. Tremblay, Ed.D
Christopher W Tremblay, Ed.D
This article discusses the roles of college admissions professionals and high school counselors in preparing students to apply to, select, and enroll at a college or university. Framed in the historical context of access to higher education, perceived and real barriers that hinder students from considering and enrolling in college, and strategies proven to alleviate access issues, this article describes opportunities to enhance the college-going process for youth in the United States.
The Progression Of The College Admissions Professional, Christopher Tremblay, Ed.D
The Progression Of The College Admissions Professional, Christopher Tremblay, Ed.D
Christopher W Tremblay, Ed.D
No abstract provided.
Pride On The Other Side: The Emergence Of Lgbt Web Sites For Prospective Students, Christopher Tremblay, Ed.D
Pride On The Other Side: The Emergence Of Lgbt Web Sites For Prospective Students, Christopher Tremblay, Ed.D
Christopher W Tremblay, Ed.D
No abstract provided.
Meritocracy: The Great American Myth? A Look At Gatekeeping In Higher Education, Christopher Tremblay, Ed.D
Meritocracy: The Great American Myth? A Look At Gatekeeping In Higher Education, Christopher Tremblay, Ed.D
Christopher W Tremblay, Ed.D
Research on the concept of meritocracy and its role in college admissions is the major focus of this article. It explores the factors that contribute to the gatekeeping process and provides a historical context that led to the evolution of today's admission protocol. It focuses specifically on the strict meritocratic practices of many colleges as they continue to preserve the longstanding and deeply rooted admission traditions. The authors provide a discussion about options for reforming the system, along with recommendations and topics that require additional research and exploration.
My First D.A.S.U.M.: A Perspective On The Directors Of Admissions At State Universities In Michigan, Christopher W. Tremblay, Ed.D
My First D.A.S.U.M.: A Perspective On The Directors Of Admissions At State Universities In Michigan, Christopher W. Tremblay, Ed.D
Christopher W Tremblay, Ed.D
No abstract provided.