<description>In this episode, members of NACAC’s Admission Practices Committee share how NACAC’s Guide to Ethical Practice in College Admission supports college admission professionals in making sound decisions with integrity, equity, and transparency. We discuss ethical dilemmas and consider how the profession can respond to emerging challenges in ever-involving higher education landscape. 
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In this episode, members of NACAC’s Admission Practices Committee share how NACAC’s Guide to Ethical Practice in College Admission supports college admission professionals in making sound decisions with integrity, equity, and transparency. We discuss ethical dilemmas and consider how the profession can respond to emerging challenges in ever-involving higher education landscape.

Inside the Guide: Exploring Ethical Practice in College Admission

In this episode of College Admissions Decoded, we’re focusing on one of the most important, but often overlooked, parts of the college journey: the transition from high school to higher education. Getting into college is just the beginning. Helping students find their footing, their people, and their purpose once they reach campus is key to their success. Together with our expert guests, we’ll explore how to prepare students emotionally and practically, and what students can do to build support systems and a sense of belonging on campus.Guests: <ul><li>Asia Bailey, Associate Program Director of High Schools, CollegeBound Foundation</li><li>Aaron Cook, Senior Assistant Director of Out-of-State Recruitment, University of Missouri</li><li>Josh Eisenberg, Dean of Campus Life, Pomona College</li></ul>Host: Eddie Pickett, Senior Associate Dean of Admissions and Director of Recruitment at Pomona College.

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of College Admissions Decoded, we’re focusing on one of the most important, but often overlooked, parts of the college journey: the transition from high school to higher education. Getting into college is just the beginning. Helping students find their footing, their people, and their purpose once they reach campus is key to their success. Together with our expert guests, we’ll explore how to prepare students emotionally and practically, and what students can do to build support systems and a sense of belonging on campus.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Guests&lt;/strong&gt;: &lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Asia Bailey, Associate Program Director of High Schools, CollegeBound Foundation&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Aaron Cook, Senior Assistant Director of Out-of-State Recruitment, University of Missouri&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Josh Eisenberg, Dean of Campus Life, Pomona College&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Host:&lt;/strong&gt; Eddie Pickett, Senior Associate Dean of Admissions and Director of Recruitment at Pomona College.&lt;/p&gt;
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In this episode of College Admissions Decoded, we’re focusing on one of the most important, but often overlooked, parts of the college journey: the transition from high school to higher education. Getting into college is just the beginning. Helping students find their footing, their people, and their purpose once they reach campus is key to their success. 

Setting Your College-Bound Student Up for Success in 2025

NACAC's David Hawkins and Sean Robins discuss the administration's changes to education policy, including efforts to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education and anti-DEI initiatives, and how these policies impact students, institutions, and the college admission landscape. They also share opportunities and strategies for advocacy. (Recorded on March 18, 2025) NACAC advocacy and policy updates: https://www.nacacnet.org/advocacy/take-action/

<description>&lt;p&gt;NACAC's David Hawkins and Sean Robins discuss the administration's changes to education policy, including efforts to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education and anti-DEI initiatives, and how these policies impact students, institutions, and the college admission landscape. They also share opportunities and strategies for advocacy. (Recorded on March 18, 2025)&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;NACAC advocacy and policy updates: https://www.nacacnet.org/advocacy/take-action/&lt;/p&gt;
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NACAC's David Hawkins and Sean Robins discuss the administration's changes to education policy, including efforts to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education and anti-DEI initiatives, and how these policies impact students, institutions, and the college admission landscape. They also share opportunities and strategies for advocacy. (Recorded on March 18, 2025)

Higher Education Advocacy in Uncertain Times: Navigating Policy Changes in College Admission

<description>In honor of National School Counseling Week, we are shining a spotlight on the work of school counselors and the vital role they play in students’ lives. Every day, school counselors make a lasting impact by offering academic advising, providing college counseling, supporting the well-being of their students, and much more. Host Eddie Pickett is joined by NACAC members Jennifer Nuechterlein, Cicily Shaw, Randy Stamm, and Pauline Weber. 
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In honor of National School Counseling Week, we are shining a spotlight on the work of school counselors and the vital role they play in students’ lives. Every day, school counselors make a lasting impact by offering academic advising, providing college counseling, supporting the well-being of their students, and much more. Host Eddie Pickett is joined by NACAC members Jennifer Nuechterlein, Cicily Shaw, Randy Stamm, and Pauline Weber.

Celebrating School Counselors

<description>In this episode of College Admissions Decoded, host Eddie Pickett is joined by NACAC members Emily Pacheco and Sebastian Brown to explore the impact of AI in higher education: from students using AI tools for essays and test prep, to admission offices using AI for student outreach and data analysis. Our guests provide insights on the opportunities and complex challenges that artificial intelligence presents, including questions about privacy, ethics, and access. 
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In this episode of College Admissions Decoded, host Eddie Pickett is joined by NACAC members Emily Pacheco and Sebastian Brown to explore the impact of AI in higher education: from students using AI tools for essays and test prep, to admission offices using AI for student outreach and data analysis. Our guests provide insights on the opportunities and complex challenges that artificial intelligence presents, including questions about privacy, ethics, and access. 

AI in College Admission: How is artificial intelligence impacting students and professionals?

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