What Every College Graduate Wishes
They Had Known Before Applying.
College counselors and college boot camps are great at helping you get into your college of choice, but they leave some of the most important questions unanswered. How do you choose the right school? How much should your finances influence your decision? How do you select your major? How do you "win" at college? And why is college SO important, anyways?
In this interactive seminar, entrepreneur and teen-mentor, Zach Stein, answers these questions and more using fun stories from his own college successes/failures and the latest economic and sociological studies. Over the three hour session, students will develop a deeper understanding of the real importance of college and gain the skills and mentality to make the most of the experience when they get there. Plus Zach includes his own "college boot camp" tips for that daunting application process.
If you are beginning, in the middle of, or just ending the college application process, you will not regret attending this seminar.
In this interactive seminar, entrepreneur and teen-mentor, Zach Stein, answers these questions and more using fun stories from his own college successes/failures and the latest economic and sociological studies. Over the three hour session, students will develop a deeper understanding of the real importance of college and gain the skills and mentality to make the most of the experience when they get there. Plus Zach includes his own "college boot camp" tips for that daunting application process.
If you are beginning, in the middle of, or just ending the college application process, you will not regret attending this seminar.
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Reviews from Previous Attendees
"I liked how you gave sort of a behind the scenes look at college life and you introduced a lot of topics that hand't come to mind when thinking about college. It opened my perspective a lot."
"Enjoyed overall, 10/10 would attend again." "I like the way you were very realistic about it [college]." "Presentation was awesome and really engaging!" "It was good! I learned a lot and feel better prepared." "I liked that the seminar covered all aspects of college, before, in, and after." "Very useful. Focused on the aspects of life that I don't often hear about. The theme was on point and seriously something I won't forget." "I liked that I learned more about college and application processes. Some of the things you talked about like the college app. essay, I never knew before. You made it more about our passions and personal interests than the standard presentations that scare people our age." |
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Details
When:
September 21, 2015. 4:30pm - 7:30pm Where: Kehillah Jewish High School Price: $45 early bird $55 general What to bring: Pen + notebook (snacks will be provided) Why: Your future self will thank you |
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Seminar Schedule
4:30 - 4:45 -- Introduction
Introduction to the day, some ground rules, and a quick exercise on the seminar's theme: "Your reputation + your network = the best professional tool you will EVER have." |
4:45 - 5:15 -- Why College?
Why is College SO important? Has it always been this way? Zach guides a look back through recent historical and economic trends that help explain this phenomenon. |
5:20 - 5:40 -- Applications
College "bootcamp" in 20 minutes, with a twist. What does the SAT/ACT actually test for? Plus two foolproof strategies for writing a great college admissions essay. |
5:40 - 6:10 -- Choosing a School
How to choose the right school for you. Should you always go to the "best" school you get into? How does your financial situation fit in? What correlates with success? |
6:20 - 6:40 -- Choosing a Major
Smart and dumb ways to choose your major. How to not repeat Zach's mistakes and choose the major that works best for your passions and your financial situation. |
6:40 - 7:00 -- Winning in College
How to maximize your time at college. Work, play, and your summers. Zach breaks down the opportunities that most students miss and regret later. |
7:00 - 7:15 -- Winning after College
The millennial economy is tough and unlike that of our parents. Zach covers how to succeed and advance in this era and how college debt can play a big role in these decisions. |
7:15 - 7:30 -- Q&A
Open questions and answers. Ask anything! |
Link to the presentation: www.prezi.com
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About Zach
A Bay Area native, Zach graduated from Kehillah Jewish High School in 2007 and got his BA at Hamilton College in 2011. Since then, Zach has pursued his two passions, entrepreneurship and working with teens. Today, Zach's spends his days working as the CEO and cofounder of his novel hydroponic/aquaculture monitoring startup, based in Milpitas. At night he tutors high-schoolers assisting in both their schoolwork and preparations for life ahead.
Zach's LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com Zach's Startup: www.osmobot.com |
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Testimonials from Parents About Zach
"Zach has been a wonderful mentor for my teenage son. His wit and humor balanced with his direct and unyielding determination to help my son reach his potential have been a lifeline to my son. Zach has helped my son write numerous papers, prepare for math tests and slog through biology assignments and yet his ability to connect with my son personally has been the greatest gift of all!"
JD - Berkeley
"Zach has been working with our son for the past 18 months and has not only helped him improve his grades from a B/C student to an A/B student, he has helped him improve his study habits, organization and over all approach to education and homework. Zach is personable, patient and truly understands how to read people. He has taken time to get to know our son and is sensitive to his issues related to school and athletics, which affect his studies. Zach is a wonderful tutor because he does not do the work for our son, he helps him do it himself. Zach is knowledgable about a broad range of subjects including Algebra, World History, Sciences and can help with studying foreign languages. We truly appreciate the work Zach has done with our son."
MJ - San Francisco
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Sign Up Today!
Link to Eventbrite page: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-to-win-at-life-college-edition-tickets-18355247038
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Can't Make it on Sept. 21st? |
Questions? |
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Email Zach: [email protected]
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