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year's Get Into College! Conference will host a number of informative
and helpful sessions conducted by leaders in the field of college
preparation and admissions consulting.
KEYNOTE PRESENTATION (12:15 PM – 1:00 PM)
(12:15 PM, Gindi Auditorium, 3rd Floor)
The 17th Annual Get Into College! Conference and College Fair is
pleased to host three admissions and outreach professionals from
outstanding universities to discuss issues of college admissions.
Participating in the panel are Jill Gully, Regional Director of
Admissions, George Washington University; Becky Chassin, Associate
Director of Undergraduate Admissions, University of Southern California;
and Bank Chantaruchirakorn, Student Affairs Officer of the Recruitment
Unit at UCLA. After a moderated discussion of admissions and related
issues, there will be a Q&A session for members of the audience.
SESSION I WORKSHOPS (1:20 – 2:10 PM)
The SAT and the ACT: What’s the Difference? (Gindi
Dining Center, 2nd Floor)
What is the difference between the SAT and ACT? They’re both
standardized tests and they both factor into the college admissions
process. This session aims to help participants learn about the
differences between the two tests and how they compare.
Kate Doyle, Princeton Review
Financing Your College Education (Spiegel West, 3rd Floor)
College isn’t cheap, but that doesn’t mean you can’t
afford it. This session will serve as an overview to the financial
aid process as well as present ways to plan financially for college.
David Rodriguez, SallieMae
Essay Writing (Coffee Bean Lounge, 1st Floor)
The college application process is full of essays. How should you
approach writing an essay for your application? What impresses those
who read the essays? What things should you never put in your essays?
How can you make your essay really stand out?
Shelly Rothschild Sherwin, College Express
Students Only: The Real Deal (Kasirer Beit Midrash, 2nd
Floor)
This conversation is for students only. Come and discuss what college
life is really like. From dorm life to social life, be a part of
this private discussion on making the transition from living with
your parents to going away to college.
Rachel Hochheiser and Rachel Lederman, BBYO Inc. B-Accepted
Parents Only: Letting Go (Berman Library, 3rd Floor)
Just days ago it seems your child was taking their first steps and
now they are preparing for college. What is your role as a parent
in this process? When do you step in and when do you step back?
Find out how to be a supportive participant in your child’s
college experience.
Merrill Alpert, Far West USY Shoshana Hirsh, Jewish Student Union
SESSION II WORKSHOPS (2:20 - 3:10 PM)
Financing Your College Education (Spiegel West, 3rd Floor)
See description under Session I
Essay Writing (Coffee Bean Lounge, 1st Floor)
See description under Session I
The SAT and the ACT: What’s the Difference? (Gindi
Dining Center, 2nd Floor)
See description under Session I
Jewish Life on Campus (Berman Library, 3rd Floor)
So you’re a new student on campus… You want to get involved
in the campus Jewish community, but aren’t sure how. What
organizations are available? What kinds of activities are you likely
to find? Where can I find kosher food or Shabbat services? Why should
I get involved? This session offers different views of current and
former Hillel staff members about their own college experiences.
Alicia Cohen, HUC/USC Grad Student (Occidental College Alum)
Rona Ram, The Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles (UCLA Alum)
Michelle Kauffman, JCSC Fellow, CSUN Hillel (Penn Alum)
Pamela Zeger, JCSC Fellow, Pierce-Valley Hillel (Towson Alum)
FIT: Finding The School For You (Small Dining Room, 2nd
Floor)
In today's brand conscious world, a colleges reputation has become
an important factor. Does that mean the school is right for you?
There are thousands of colleges that provide quality academic programs
that are not at the top of the lists. How do you find the right
school for you? Learn how to prioritize your needs and interests
to find the best match.
Jessica Pashkow, Yeshiva University High School of Los Angeles
Marc Lindner, New Jewish Community High School
Anti-Semitism, Israel, and Cults on Campus (Kasirer Beit
Midrash, 2nd Floor)
Anti-semitism and cults exist on college campuses. Israel is a source
of great pride, but can also be controversial on campus. Come hear
from the experts how to effectively handle situations that might
arise. Empower yourself for the potential conversation in the cafeteria
or flier you receive on the campus green.
Ariella Lowenstein, Associate Director, Anti-Defamation League
Gilad Shoham, UCLA Hillel Israel Fellow
Rabbi Zalman Kravitz, Program Director, Jews for Judaism
SESSION III WORKSHOPS (3:20 - 4:10 PM)
Post-High School Experiences in Israel (Small Dining Room,
2nd Floor)
There are many options available for extended experiences in Israel
after high school. Learn about many of them, and hear about scholarship
opportunities available to students from Los Angeles. The workshop
will focus mostly on long-term (5 months or longer) programs.
Jacob Jonah, Nativ Susi Weissman,
Debbie Cohen, Young Judaea
Making the Most of College Visits/ Engaging Admissions Staff
(Gindi Dining Center 2nd Floor)
You go on the campus tour, but what should you really look for?
What questions should you ask? Who should you meet with? Can you
imagine spending the next few years living there? Does the city
match your lifestyle? Planning your visit ahead and making the most
of it.
Becky Chassin, USC Admissions
Maureen Eagle Gelberg, USC Admissions
Exploring Career Options in College (Kasirer Beit Midrash,
2nd Floor)
“What will I do when I grow up?” This is a question
that we face throughout our lives.
College is a great time to build your skills and experiences to
make you marketable for employment or graduate school, and it is
never too early to start planning for your future. Participate in
a fun, group activity to begin exploring your interests and what
majors, internships, and careers that could be a part of your future.
You will also find out about strategies to learn more about yourself
and the world of work.
Michal Temkin, Jewish Vocational Service
College Opportunities For Learning Disabled Students (Berman
Library, 3rd Floor)
Participants in this workshop will explore the various opportunities
offered by colleges to learning disabled students and the differences
between college and high school programs and services. Conversation
will also include identifying the right college environment for
your learning needs.
Beth Wasserman, Bridges Academy
Dr. Lee Axelrod, Santa Monica City College
Dr. Jennifer Zv,i California State University, Northridge
What Do I Do Now? Steps to Take in High School (Spiegel
Auditorium West, 3rd Floor)
This workshop will address what you could be doing in high school
to make you competitive in the college process. The workshop will
cover academics, extra-curricular activities, as well as preparing
for your essays and interviews.
Jessica Pashkow, Yula High School For Girls
Preparing College Applications (Coffee Bean Lounge 1st
Floor)
Participants in this workshop will go over the process of preparing
college applications with an emphasis on the applications of the
University of California system. What do admissions staff persons
look for when reviewing applications?
Adam Boothby, University of California Irvine
Cosponsored by BBYO, Inc. and http://www.b-accepted.org
with help from: Jewish Student Union, United Synagogue Youth, Jewish
Free Loan Association, Eretz Siamak.
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