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January 18, 2021
For the latest edition of Oberlin and Beyond, I had the opportunity to interview the brilliant Alexis Mitrushi. Mitrushi is a third-year viola major in the conservatory. In our interview, we discuss...
August 29, 2020
A good or a bad interview will not be the deciding factor for admissions, but it never hurts to do well.
February 27, 2019
The story of the tour and audition that got me here today.
November 27, 2016
It's late November and the height of college-application season - and I'm here to help! Here's my advice, compiled neatly into categories and lists.
September 11, 2015
It's interview season! Here are a few tips to keep in mind as you walk into your college interview.
January 22, 2010
Even though we sat in tiny plastic desk-chairs, I felt incredibly at ease. He didn't take notes. He didn't ask for my GPA. We were just chatting.
November 6, 2008
When it comes to international students, almost no students have interviews. But what is an interview like when I do actually find time to offer one?