The Wiser Way is Collegewise’s weekly podcast dedicated to cutting through the chaos of college admissions.
Hosted by Na’ama Landau and Paul Kanarek, the show offers an honest, grounded look at what actually matters in this ever-changing landscape.
Each week, we unpack trends, debunk myths, and share story-behind-the-story insights from more than 40+ years in the admissions world.
Whether you're parenting a stressed-out student, supporting your counseling caseload, or navigating your own admissions journey, you're in the right place.
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The Wiser Way is Collegewise’s weekly podcast dedicated to cutting through the chaos of college admissions.
Hosted by Na’ama Landau and Paul Kanarek, the show offers an honest, grounded look at what actually matters in this ever-changing landscape.
Each week, we unpack trends, debunk myths, and share story-behind-the-story insights from more than 40+ years in the admissions world.
Whether you're parenting a stressed-out student, supporting your counseling caseload, or navigating your own admissions journey, you're in the right place.
Episode 03 - Community service is not about the hours.
The Wiser Way: College Admissions Explained
36 minutes 47 seconds
5 years ago
Episode 03 - Community service is not about the hours.
This week we explore the role extracurriculars play in admissions. Do colleges look more favorably at certain activities? What do they mean by "sustained and meaningful" service? What if you want to build a hovercraft instead? Our guest is Tom Barry. Tom is a veteran college counselor, a former admissions officer at Colorado College, Stanford grad, and noted flannel enthusiast.
The Wiser Way: College Admissions Explained
The Wiser Way is Collegewise’s weekly podcast dedicated to cutting through the chaos of college admissions.
Hosted by Na’ama Landau and Paul Kanarek, the show offers an honest, grounded look at what actually matters in this ever-changing landscape.
Each week, we unpack trends, debunk myths, and share story-behind-the-story insights from more than 40+ years in the admissions world.
Whether you're parenting a stressed-out student, supporting your counseling caseload, or navigating your own admissions journey, you're in the right place.
