The Admissions Club

Elizabeth West
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The Admissions Club Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things college admissions, complete with a nostalgic 80s playlist and Gen X vibes. It’s hard to believe that we’ve traded in scrunchies and Bruce Springsteen posters for walking our kids through the college admissions process! But, we are here to share our decades of higher education and direct admissions experience with you and your student so you don't have to walk it alone.

  1. Jul 8

    48. The Power of Love, Micro-Kindness and College Admissions

    This episode covers the concept of micro-kindness and ties it into how you may be able to detect if a university is the right fit for you. Elizabeth includes experiences that elaborate on the concept of micro-kindness and its influences on our day-to-day life. The ‘Tale of Two Call Centers’ is a specific example on how university staff influence the perception on how a potential student may feel in that university's environment. In addition to this experience, real encounters and hypothetical situations are discussed. Elizabeth uses these scenarios to help the listener understand how a student may take these experiences and use them to decide if a university is a good fit for them. If you enjoyed today's episode, take a look at the EWC College Consulting website! You will find more information about EWC, our services and where to reach out to us if you’re interested. As always, thank you for watching today's episode. If there is a topic you would like to see discussed on the podcast, leave a comment below and let us know! Connect with Elizabeth and EWC Consulting!  • Website - https://ncewc.com/  • Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NCEWC  • YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoIce4niK-n7keHlc_ICF2w  • LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-west-35277a4/ Listen to The Admissions Club Podcast:  • Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-admissions-club/id1625911376  • Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4l2HHLa8kWyXY1miib0XSV?si=6ba339d81dc541eb  • Audible - https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Admissions-Club-Podcast/B0B25Q2HD4 The Admissions Club Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things college admissions, complete with a nostalgic 80s playlist and Gen X vibes. It’s hard to believe that we’ve traded in scrunchies and Bruce Springsteen posters for walking our kids through the college admissions process!  But, we are here to share our experience in higher education and direct college admissions with you and your student so you don’t have to walk it alone. Connect with EWC! WebsiteFacebookYouTubeLinkedIn

  2. 10/21/2024

    47. Opportunities: How to Engage with Admissions Representatives

    In this episode, we bring in guest, Cameron Walsh, a current regional admissions representative. We talk about the ways in which admissions representatives visit your school, hometown, or surrounding areas. We share tips and advice on how to best interact with them while also being strategic in showing initiative to those schools you may or may not already know.  Cameron Walsh completed his Bachelor of Science in Communication Studies at Appalachian State University, and has always had a passion for helping others. Spending 3 years volunteering to coach lacrosse at a local high school, he was able to guide his athletes through the scholarship and recruiting process, Cameron decided that his greatest desire was to help other students succeed in the college process. For the past 10 years, Cameron has been successfully steering hundreds of students from all walks of life on their college journey, staying in touch with them throughout their college years and transcending into a friendship. In addition to being a Division 1 Athletics Liaison for the single smallest D1 College in the nation, Cameron has also worked for the university serving the largest population of first-generation college students in North Carolina. He stays current on college trends by consistently connecting with colleagues around the nation, attending professional conferences and workshops and works as part of a regional admission group based in Charlotte, NC. Cameron has provided free college workshops at various Mecklenburg County public libraries with hopes to grow this program with every passing summer. Cameron’s college application essay writing workshops and presentations on the college process are always immensely popular as he tailors them to show his own personal failures when he was a college applicant. He takes great pride in his approach to college admission, which is very individualized and tailored to each student’s needs. Links mentioned: Find National College Fairs near you here!In this episode you’ll learn: How many ways there are to interact with admissions professionalsTips on encouraged communication during high school visits, college fairs, and beyondThe secret to emailing with college admissions representativesThe Admissions Club Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things college admissions, complete with a nostalgic 80s playlist and Gen X vibes. It’s hard to believe that we’ve traded in scrunchies and Bruce Springsteen posters for walking our kids through the college admissions process!  But, we are here to share our experience in higher education and direct college admissions with you and your student so you don’t have to walk it alone. Connect with EWC! WebsiteFacebookYouTubeLinkedIn

  3. 09/12/2024

    46. True Colors: Tips for each grade level

    In this episode, Elizabeth and Taylor break down essential college planning and prep tips for each year of high school. We cover everything from freshman to seniors, academics to extracurriculars, and college visits to college applications. Tune in for actionable advice and reliable resources to guide students through each stage of their high school journey toward college readiness! Resources mentioned: Passion Planner - for keeping things organizedBrag Sheet example - for letters of recommendation Volunteermatch.org - for seeking volunteer opportunitiesIn this episode we focus on how: Freshmen should focus on academics and extracurriculars.Sophomores are encouraged to explore career interests and leadership opportunities. Juniors dive into standardized tests, college research, and essay prep. For seniors, it’s all about finalizing applications, financial aid, and decision-making.The Admissions Club Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things college admissions, complete with a nostalgic 80s playlist and Gen X vibes. It’s hard to believe that we’ve traded in scrunchies and Bruce Springsteen posters for walking our kids through the college admissions process!  But, we are here to share our experience in higher education and direct college admissions with you and your student so you don’t have to walk it alone. Connect with EWC! WebsiteFacebookYouTubeLinkedIn

  4. 06/13/2024

    45. Be Good To Yourself: Mental Health and the College Search Process with Dina Gambella

    In this episode of The Admissions Club Podcast, Elizabeth and Taylor welcome licensed marriage and family therapist, Dina Gambella, to the conversation around mental health and the college search/transition process.   Dina Gambella is the owner of Fellow Traveler Counseling. Her practice offers a multitude of services from family counseling, trauma, eating disorders and much more. She is passionate about her work and it shows throughout our conversation. You can find more information on their website here.  Links and resources mentioned: For Students Organization: forstudents.orgNever Enough - Book for parentsSelf Compassion - Workbook includedIn this episode we dive into: When and how to start having conversations as a family about collegeTips and tangible tools on dealing with anxiety and stressDive into family systems and finding resources on and off college campusesThe Admissions Club Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things college admissions, complete with a nostalgic 80s playlist and Gen X vibes. It’s hard to believe that we’ve traded in scrunchies and Bruce Springsteen posters for walking our kids through the college admissions process!  But, we are here to share our experience in higher education and direct college admissions with you and your student so you don’t have to walk it alone. Connect with EWC! WebsiteFacebookYouTubeLinkedIn

  5. 04/01/2024

    44. Hold On: Autism Expert Jennifer Cook on Acclimating to College as a Neurodivergent Student

    In this episode the EWC team welcomes international neurodivergent expert, Jennifer Cook into the conversation about helping autistic and all types of neurodivergent students acclimate to college. 1 of every 5 people are neurodivergent today. We take this conversation into topics for students adjusting to college, resources to identify, and asking the right questions before choosing a college campus.  Jennifer Cook is an author, Netflix star, parent of neurodivergent children and discovered at the age of 35 that she herself is on the autism spectrum.  Jennifer has written 8 books on these topics, holds multiple degrees, starred in the Netflix reality show Love on The Spectrum as the autism expert and coach and has also done work with Sesame Street. Her website is www.jenniferotooleauthor.com and you can find her on Instagram at @jennifercook_author. In this episode we will cover: Advice on how neurodivergent students can help themselves acclimate to collegeInsights on executive functioning and how that translates to collegeLiving in the mix as a neurodivergent studentThe Admissions Club Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things college admissions, complete with a nostalgic 80s playlist and Gen X vibes. It’s hard to believe that we’ve traded in scrunchies and Bruce Springsteen posters for walking our kids through the college admissions process!  But, we are here to share our experience in higher education and direct college admissions with you and your student so you don’t have to walk it alone. Connect with EWC! WebsiteFacebookYouTubeLinkedIn

  6. 02/20/2024

    43. Can't Get There From Here: A Reintroduction to EWC College Consulting

    This episode is a reintroduction to The Admissions Club podcast. The EWC team is growing, so we thought we would use this episode to not only introduce new team members, but remind listeners about why we started this podcast and what to expect from future episodes and guests. Co-hosts Elizabeth West and Taylor Florio of EWC College Consulting share about what they wish they knew when going through the college search process and their journey through having a career in higher education.   The Admissions Club Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things college admissions, complete with a nostalgic 80s playlist and Gen X vibes. It’s hard to believe that we’ve traded in scrunchies and Bruce Springsteen posters for walking our kids through the college admissions process!  But, we are here to share our decades of higher education and direct college admissions experience, with you and your student so you don’t have to walk it alone.   Connect with EWC College Consulting! WebsiteFacebookYouTubeLinkedInThe Admissions Club Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things college admissions, complete with a nostalgic 80s playlist and Gen X vibes. It’s hard to believe that we’ve traded in scrunchies and Bruce Springsteen posters for walking our kids through the college admissions process!  But, we are here to share our experience in higher education and direct college admissions with you and your student so you don’t have to walk it alone. Connect with EWC! WebsiteFacebookYouTubeLinkedIn

  7. 03/22/2023

    42. Don't Stop Believin': Pursuing Your College of Choice by Looking Within

    In this episode, Elizabeth interviews Julie Kim, College Consultant and founder of Passion Prep. A variety of topics are explored as part of this discussion, including alternative pathways for students who face challenges and what it truly means to evaluate the "why" surrounding the pursuit of specific colleges. While it's never a college consultant's intent to stifle a student's desire to "dream big," part of this conversation centers on understanding the value of embracing the journey of the college admissions process and how it can take you to unexpectedly beneficial places you hadn't previously considered. Learn more about Julie Kim by visiting www.passionprep.com. Check out the Demystifying College Admissions podcast, hosted by Julie Kim, by clicking here. The Admissions Club Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things college admissions, complete with a nostalgic 80s playlist and Gen X vibes. It’s hard to believe that we’ve traded in scrunchies and Bruce Springsteen posters for walking our kids through the college admissions process!  But, I’m here to share my 25 years of higher education experience, with 10 years of direct college admissions experience, with you and your student so you don’t have to walk it alone.  Connect with Elizabeth! WebsiteFacebookYouTubeLinkedInThe Admissions Club Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things college admissions, complete with a nostalgic 80s playlist and Gen X vibes. It’s hard to believe that we’ve traded in scrunchies and Bruce Springsteen posters for walking our kids through the college admissions process!  But, we are here to share our experience in higher education and direct college admissions with you and your student so you don’t have to walk it alone. Connect with EWC! WebsiteFacebookYouTubeLinkedIn

    42. Don't Stop Believin': Pursuing Your College of Choice by Looking Within

  8. 03/01/2023

    41. Little Red Corvette: The Pros and Cons of Accelerated Admissions Guidance

    In this episode, Elizabeth offers her perspective surrounding accelerated admissions guidance. EWC frequently encounters students who may be jumping into the college admissions process a bit later than usual, and there are often questions about the availability of services that can help a student "catch up" or navigate many elements of a college application that would otherwise take weeks or months to work through. Please let us know your thoughts about the benefits and drawbacks of an accelerated admissions preparation schedule! The Admissions Club Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things college admissions, complete with a nostalgic 80s playlist and Gen X vibes. It’s hard to believe that we’ve traded in scrunchies and Bruce Springsteen posters for walking our kids through the college admissions process!  But, I’m here to share my 25 years of higher education experience, with 10 years of direct college admissions experience, with you and your student so you don’t have to walk it alone.  Connect with Elizabeth! WebsiteFacebookYouTubeLinkedInThe Admissions Club Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things college admissions, complete with a nostalgic 80s playlist and Gen X vibes. It’s hard to believe that we’ve traded in scrunchies and Bruce Springsteen posters for walking our kids through the college admissions process!  But, we are here to share our experience in higher education and direct college admissions with you and your student so you don’t have to walk it alone. Connect with EWC! WebsiteFacebookYouTubeLinkedIn

    41. Little Red Corvette: The Pros and Cons of Accelerated Admissions Guidance
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The Admissions Club Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things college admissions, complete with a nostalgic 80s playlist and Gen X vibes. It’s hard to believe that we’ve traded in scrunchies and Bruce Springsteen posters for walking our kids through the college admissions process! But, we are here to share our decades of higher education and direct admissions experience with you and your student so you don't have to walk it alone.

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  • Creator
    Elizabeth West
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    49
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    © 2026 The Admissions Club
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