Lady Gaga has announced a donation of $1.5 million to Zynga's fundraising initiative with Save the Children, as well as to the Red Cross, through sales of Japan Prayer Bracelets. This contribution allowed Zynga to donate more than $3 million to victims of the Japan earthquake and tsunami.

“I’m inspired that my little monsters banded together to help those affected by the terrible tragedy,” said Lady Gaga. “What Zynga’s players have done for the cause is equally inspiring, and I’m thrilled to partner with them to raise money that will go to Save the Children and the American Red Cross.”

Zynga players had already raised over $2 million in the past two weeks for Save the Children's Japan Earthquake Tsunami Children in Emergency fund. More than 250 million players had the opportunity to donate 100% of the purchase price of newly created virtual items in games, such as Cafe World, CityVille, FrontierVille, and FarmVille. Facebook donated money generated through the purchases to support the initiative also.

Zynga.org, Zynga's philanthropic branch, has raised more than 10 million dollars for world social causes. Japan can still use all the help it can get. You can help out by donating to the Save the Children Japan Earthquake Tsunami Children in Emergency Fund.
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It wasn't long ago that 3D was something special, reserved for the occasional movie theater experience. Now, it is about to take over our homes. 3D is coming to our television sets and our video games. Is there any reason to be worried, especially about the vision of our teens and tweens who spend hours gaming?

Partnership
Not to worry, the experts are already on it. The American Optometric Association (AOA) recently announced a partnership with the 3D@Home Consortium to improve the understanding of 3D/s3D viewing as a safe and appropriate technology for all viewing audiences. This relationship will allow them to exchange the most current information and research.

Resource
This new partnership has created a website, 3D Vision & Eye Health, a great resource for the public to answer any concerns or questions they may have about 3D and their family's vision and eye care. Right now the news is all good. 3D has not been found to be harmful to vision.

Benefit
There is even better news.A benefit has been found to watching 3D. If you or your kids do have any reactions to viewing 3D, you should go see an Optometrist. The checkup may uncover a vision problem that might never have been detected.

3Ds of 3D viewing:

1. Discomfort - this can be helped by sitting further away from the screen.
2. Dizzyness - similar to motion sickness. It would help if you start by watching small amounts at a time.
3. Lack of Depth - If the viewer is not seeing the full 3D experience or experiences headaches or eyestrain watching 3D, this could be a symptom of an underlying problem and a visit to an optometrist is in order.

3D Glasses

Now that 3D is coming into our homes, there will be a need for much better 3D glasses. No longer will we wear a pair at a theater and toss it. Once we buy 3D glasses for our families to be worn for periods of time, quality will be paramount. Marchon 3D is combining quality and fashion to make the perfect 3D family glasses.

Marchon3D
Recently, Marchon3D received its first patent for its unique, curved lenses configured to decode three-dimensional content. Marchon3D’s Marchon3D house brand and licensed brands, Nautica and ck Calvin Klein feature the premiere M3DPH lens technology that is more advanced than any other 3D lens on the market. Marchon will also be offering for the first time, 3D prescription glasses and 3D clip style lenses to attach to glasses. These collections will all be distributed through independent eyecare professionals and optical shops worldwide.

3D Technology
So, it looks like there is no need to fear 3D technology. Go ahead and enjoy it. To learn more about 3D technology in general, go to 3D University.

See also: Nintendo 3DS Tip Sheet for Parents

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Here is our 3rd guest post by The Unigo Expert Network,a group of top education experts from across the US answering questions submitted by students and parents about college admissions and succeeding after high school.

To have your questions answered visit www.unigo.com/expertnetwork  

 “I was rejected from my top choice school and waitlisted at my second choice. What do I do? How do I choose amongst my backup schools? I don’t know anything about them!” – Lauren B., Houston, TX

Remember why backup schools seemed like good choices months earlier

Everyone has a dream school, but in reality that school may say no, or at best, maybe. Stay on the waitlist then, sending a letter of continued commitment, but also focus on alternatives. Hopefully you researched diligently and applied only to schools you could imagine attending. Remind yourself now why a school was on your list - explore the course catalog, Facebook with current students, attend admitted student events to take the measure of prospective classmates. College will be whatever you make of it, wherever you attend, and after a few months, you will hardly recall having had another dream!

-          Andrea Van Niekerk – Educational Consultant, College Goals

                     

Accept the Waitlist Invite, But Secure Your Spot at Another School!

Waitlist decisions can sometimes be harder on applicants than outright rejections. They provide the disappointment of a rejection but not the closure. If waitlisted, accept the invitation to be placed on the waitlist. Because this will not result in a guaranteed positive outcome, submit a deposit at another institution. However, before submitting a deposit, reflect on your priorities for your best-fit institutions and determine which among your “admit” schools most closely match these priorities. If possible, visit these schools. However, if you can’t visit, take advantage of the opportunity to interact with current students via the phone, web chats, Unigo.com, etc. so you have the opportunity to gain some peer insight before making a final decision.

-          Sarah Hernandez – Director of the Office of Diversity Programs in Engineering, Cornell University

It pays to be proactive as colleges often recognize initiative

Waitlisted students can maximize their chances of acceptance by taking the initiative to update their waitlist college with news of genuine achievements in the period since submitting the application. You may have done well at a science fair, in a poetry or photography contest, or even developed your own distinctive news item such as a display of your art at a local restaurant, organizing a car wash for Hospice, or having an article published in the local newspaper. Fax in updates that emphasize the college is your first choice school and affirm strongly that you will attend if admitted.

-          Gail Lewis – Educational Consultant, College Goals

By exploring new options, you may find something even better

First of all, don’t panic. There are plenty of other options out there. In addition, although it may be hard to believe this right now (while you deal with the sting of rejection) this change in plans could be a good thing for you. This can force you to explore other options close to home or far away and even reconsider programs like a 2+2, where you attend a community college and transfer to a four-year school. Taking the time to investigate new academic program options can save you money and time in the long run. And remember, it's their loss!

-          Enid Arbelo – Editor-In-Chief, NextStepU

Community college could be a great upfront investment!

Consider attending a community college!  There are many benefits to attending a community college, including: Cost – it’s usually less expensive. Smaller class sizes – instructors usually know your name. An easier application process. Credits usually transfer easily. You can still apply to your “dream school” and graduate from that school - and think of how much money you’ll save during those first 2 years!

-          Barb Fisher – Marketing Director & Foundation Liaison, Rainy River Community College

Get the full story from 31 more experts – including the VP of the College Board, Dean of Admissions from University of Illinois and more – at www.unigo.com/expertnetwork. To send your question to our experts, visit www.unigo.com/expertquestions

See also:  
Make the Most of College Campus Visits
Can Facebook Hurt Your College Acceptance Chances? 
Should Rankings Matter in College Selection?
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Engineering is one of the few careers that still hold very bright futures for college graduates. If you want to see if this could be in your child's future, you should check out Design Squad Nation, both a television series and website from PBS kids developed for teens and tweens. The goal of the website is to give kids a stronger understanding of the design process, and the connection between engineering and the things we all use in everyday life.

Teens and Tweens are shown that if they are creative they can solve problems and make things that will help people. Design Squad Nation is completely  free to join and use. The website consists of:

Projects
Members can begin a project or contribute to an existing one by sending in sketches or prototypes. There are over 4,000 projects currently on the website.

Video
Every episode of the television series (all three seasons) is available on the website, and is paired with activities.

Games
There are two games available:

1. DESINGiT, BUILDiT, FEDGiT - A puzzle game. Solve challenges and save tiny creatures called Fidgits. Manipulate objects to bring the Fidgits home.
2. String Thing - Make your own music. Customize a string instrument to play a song you write.

Blog
Inspiring engineering and do it yourself content from across the web. Also includes challenges, contests, calls to action, and more.

Heroes
Highlights the amazing kids featured on the show.

Me
The member's personal profile along with each of the items they have submitted and points earned.

Design Squad Nation can be used at home or at school. There are section of the website dedicated to parents and educators and engineers. There is also wealth of information for them in the way of resources, guides and training. This website is both fun and educational and can lead to an amazing career. What more could you ask for?

See also: 
Educational Video Game Creation in Gamestar Mechanic
Game Design Programs for Teens Create Innovative Learning Experiences
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Thirteen year old, Rebecca Black, recently became an overnight sensation when she posted a music video on YouTube and it went viral. Her song, Friday, looks to become the next big hit. Listen to what she had to say to Jay Leno about the video, the parodies, Simon Cowell and her life:





Will Rebecca Black become the next Justin Bieber or will her fame be short-lived? Only time will tell.

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While attending Toy Fair 2011 last month, I found so many great products for teens and tweens that I knew that I wouldn't be able to write about all of them in one article. So I decided to break them up by genre: board games, card games, video and electronics, logic puzzles and miscellaneous products, which I am writing about today.

Here are a variety of items from Toy Fair 2011 for teens and/or tweens:

1. Klutz - I've been a fan of Klutz books for years. Most of their products are How-To Books packaged with all tools needed. They now also make Kluzt Guide, Klutz Kits and more fun educational products. You can check out their website for their classic items, many of which are award winners.

These are just a few of the brand new 2011 items:

• Safety Pin Bracelets - shows how anyone can craft an entire collection of brilliantly sparkling jewelry out of garden-variety safety pins. Includes 12 unique bracelet designs, you pick the colors and patterns so each bracelet is uniquely you. 8+
• The Encyclopedia of MY Immaturity - a wise-cracking collection of write-in-the-book activities immortalizing the triumphs of a misspent youth.  8+
• The Klutz Guide to the Galaxy - you can explore the universe without leaving the comfort of your backyard. Assemble the included telescope to see the Moon’s top attractions. Flick on the red-lens flashlight – specially designed to keep your night vision intact – to consult the Tourist Map of the Moon and super-simple star charts. Tell time with a star, using the book’s built-in sundial. Or use the astrolabe to figure out your latitude anywhere on Earth. 8+

2. Baby Vampyres - These are the most adorable baby vampires or Vamplets as they are referred to. There are a variety of them, all with their own name. Many accessories are also sold, such as disappearing bottles of blood, buttons and hair clips. All babies come in their own little box coffins to sleep in. You might have to see them to belive it, but I can really see these baby Vamplets becoming a hot teen or tween craze.

3. LockerLookz - Decorative designs for tween girls lockers. Includes wallpapers, bins, magnets, mirrors, white boards and more.

4. LockerSkin - Decals to decorate lockers, for male or female teenagers. LockerSkin Decals are 6" x 17" mini posters that are easy to stick on and peel off.

5. 3D Posters from Pyramid America - While Pyramid America sells many pop culture posters that teens would love, their new line of 3D posters, many of which are of their favorite bands or movies, will surely excite them. Do you know anyone that would like 3D posters of The Beatles, Pulp Fiction, Twilight Movie, Pink Floyd and Hello Kitty?

Do you think that your teens or tweens would be interested in any of these? I'll be writing about the board games, card games and electronic or video products from Toy Fair 2011 in the weeks to come. 

See also:   
Nanoblocks for Teenagers and Adults
K'NEX New Mario Kart Wii Building Sets
10 Games for Teens from Toy Fair 2011
16 Teen and Tween Products from Toy Fair NYC 2010 


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“Can what I post on Facebook affect my chances of getting accepted?” – Derrick L., New York, NY

                                               

Experts	Expert Answers
Laura Miller Title: Director of College Guidance Organization: North Shore Hebrew Academy	Does your Facebook profile pass the College Admissions "smell test"?                                                                                                                Keep it PG!  Delete any uploaded pics (or “tagged” ones) that might show alcohol, illegal substances or sexually suggestive poses. Remove any questionable posts that display a lack of tolerance. Set your Privacy Settings so that only your confirmed “friends” can have access to your profile.  And last, relax!  Admission officers are too busy reading and holistically evaluating your college applications, not searching for you on Facebook (but don’t go “friend-ing” them either…not appropriate!).  In the selective sea of competitive students, why rock the college application boat?
Vanessa Roth Title: Founder & Director Organization: Scholar’s Station	The quick, and probably frustrating, answer is: potentially, but unlikely Admissions officers barely have time to review each application, let alone dig around the internet for more dirt to consider. That said, they might Google an applicant if the file raises questions. If a student mentions starting a national club, for example, an admissions officer might search for the student or the club to confirm its existence. This could lead them to a Facebook page. As a general rule, don’t post anything on the internet that you wouldn’t share with your parents, teachers, priest, or the checker at the grocery store. Make your entire account private and remember that if you “like” a college page, or “friend” an admissions rep, they can see your profile.
Moira O’Riordan Title: College Counselor Organization: St. Ignatius High School	Online activity can help if the student is in control of the content Never have I heard a story in which Facebook helped a student in the admission process.  In most social networking admission tales the applicant’s Facebook page stomps all over what was a careful application.  Even if a student controls what he posts, he cannot control what a friend posts.  On the other hand, a student’s homepage has, in the case of at least one student, helped him not only gain admission but receive a large scholarship.  His website chronicled the launch of an urban scout troop and the series of events that led him to the idea.
Gail Grand Title: President Organization: The College Advisor Inc.	Your Facebook Profile could be sending the wrong message A “picture may be worth a thousand words” but are these the words you want admissions officers to hear?  Admissions officers are busy people, and most will not take the time to search for you on Facebook unless they have specific concerns.  Perhaps something on your essay raised a red flag, or a recommender might have included something troubling in his comments.  Disciplinary issues noted on the application could send the admissions officer to check you out on Facebook.  Be discreet about what you post on public websites.  If you’d be uncomfortable having your grandmother see it, it probably doesn’t belong.
Joanne Levy-Prewitt Title: Creator & Founder Organization: CollegeMapp	Internet users should know that there are no secrets                                                                                         It’s hard to believe that anyone who uses the internet or social media, especially a teenager who is preparing to apply to college, could have missed the message that anything (pictures or words) posted on the internet, emailed, texted, or tweeted could be seen, and possibly misinterpreted. Since the high school records of college applicants are essentially under the microscope during the admissions process, it makes sense that other records (i.e., items posted online) might be scrutinized as well. After all, what’s the point of putting your best foot forward for four years while in school, if only to trip and stumble when posting online?
Jeff Haig Title: Co-Founder Organization: Maximize Your Education	Yes, negative online presence can impact college admissions success                                                Admissions officers can and do review online presence of potential students. Facebook is just one online medium that can be reviewed by admissions officers. It is important that students represent themselves in a responsible manner on and offline, as admissions officers are looking to create a class of students that conduct themselves in an ethical and mature manner.

Get the full story from 36 more experts – including the VP of the College Board, Dean of Admissions from University of Illinois and more – at www.unigo.com/expertnetwork. To send your question to our experts, visit www.unigo.com/expertquestions.

                                                                                                                                                                          

For much more information about the Unigo Network, see my first post of this series: Should Rankings Matter in College Selection?

See also:
Make the Most of College Campus Visits
College Financial Aid Packages 
College Search and Admission Advice for both Parents and Teens
 
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Facebook is meant to be used only by teenagers and adults ages 13 and older. Tweens are dying to get on to Facebook so as not to be left out. During the last few years, social networking sites for tweens have been popping up to given the tweens more age appropriate places to meet up. Parents don't need to give in and let their tweens onto Facebook if they stick together and check out all the tween social sites and try to find one that their kids might enjoy.

I've already written about many of these websites in Websites for Teen and Tween Girls, Tweens are Everywhere: Five more websites for Tween Girls and Social Websites for Teens and Tweens. Here are 3 new social networking sites for tweens that you can now also check out.

1. Everloop - Everloop is as safe a social networking experience as you can get. In addition to a credit card being necessary for sign-up, parent notifications and site monitoring, what really makes Everloop unique is the "social looping" platform. There is a privacy loop around each child's connections. So, each tween can feel comfortable sharing information, playing games and participating in collaborative projects, knowing that it is only with others in her loop.

Everloop contains educational resources, entertainment opportunities and apps and tries to foster content sharing, innovation and entrepreneurial development within each loop. If tweens want to intersect with other loops, parents will be notified. Parents can set their preferences for the type of things they want to be alerted about. Everloop is partners with iSafe and has won many safety awards and certifications.

2. Togetherville - Togetherville is actually a social networking site created for a slightly younger group, 6-10 year olds, but kids up to 12 may use it. The kids play games (both fun and educational), create artwork, watch age-appropriate videos and message each other or comment on each other's activities. Kids can also send messages to the adults in their life.

The way the child-adult connection works is through Facebook. Don't worry, your child has no access at all to Facebook. However, to set up a Togetherville account for your child, you do so through a Facebook application. That application allows you unparalleled control of your child's account and encourages interaction between you and your child when you are not together. You can learn a great deal more about the Facebook/Togetherville connection by going to the Togetherville FAQ page.

3. Garden Party - Garden Party is more of a virtual world website with socializing, as opposed to a social networking site. Unique virtual world for kids that allows them to interact with children from around the world in a safe and fun way. There are single-player, multiplayer and moderator led activities.

By playing Garden Party your child will learn about social interaction and the importance of team work through our fun cooperative games. Players will also learn about the value of money and the responsibilities of tending to a garden. Garden Party is monitored 24-hours a day by moderators that have years of experience and training regarding online child safety.

Above are some very different type of websites in which tweens can have fun and socialize. If you can find just one that they might like, you might possibly be able put off the lure of Facebook a little longer.

See also: 
2 New Safe Tween Social Websites
KidzVuz - Tweens Create Video Reviews on Their Own Online Community
Yoursphere Before Facebook for Tweens and Teens 
Social Websites for Teens and Tweens 
Tweens are Everywhere: Five more websites for Tween Girls

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When I attended Toy Fair 2011 last month, I wandered through the area where Think Fun had many of their toys and games set up. Everything was so colorful I assumed, at first, that I was looking at kid's toys. It wasn't until a representative showed me around and demonstrated some of the logic games meant for ages 8 and up that I realized that some of them were perfect for not only tweens, but for teenagers and even adults.

1. Rush Hour - This is a puzzle that defies age. I bought this for my son when he was very young because puzzles came naturally to him. He was able to solve the puzzles quicker than the rest of the family even though he was the youngest.

If you've never seen this classic, award-winning game, players slide cars and trucks out of their way to clear a path for the red car. Rush Hour has four levels of play so that you can progress as you go along.

Think Fun recently created a Rush Hour app for the iPhone, iPad and android. It is identical to the game in every way. The free app comes with 35 games, however once you become addicted, like I already have, you might want to upgrade to the $2.99 app which has 2,500 Rush Hour games.


2. Solitaire Chess - This 2011 Toy of the Year award winner is a fantastic way to learn how to play chess, or for beginners to practice. It is perfect for anyone of any age over 8. I hate to admit it, but I never learned how to play chess. I am going to try to rectify that with Solitaire Chess.

The rules in Solitaire Chess are simple - first set up the chess pieces on the board according to one of the 60 challenge cards, then proceed to capture and eliminate all but one piece using only moves allowed in traditional chess. You must capture a piece with each move.

Think Fun has also created an app for Solitaire Chess, which makes it easy to use on the go. As with Rush Hour, there is a free app with 40 challenges or an app for $2.99 with 400.


3. Tilt - Tilt is a logic maze on a tilted base so it teeters back and forth. Choose one of the challenge cards and set your pieces. Your goal is to slide the green sliders through the center exit hole using the innovative tilting game board. To make your job a bit trickier, the blue sliders must stay on the grid at all times.


Over the next few weeks I will be writing about many more toys and games for teens and tweens that I discovered last month at Toy Fair 2011.

See also:  
Life Magazine's Picture Puzzle Books
10 Games for Teens from Toy Fair 2011
Grateful DeadOpoly Pop Culture Board Game 
You've Been Sentenced Game for Tweens and Teens 
Triviathon - Trivia Game the Entire Family Can Play

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A great way to stay up-to-date with pop culture as well as the cultural and often political zeitgeist, is to see what videos are trending on YouTube. YouTube has made it easy for you to do this by creating a blog, YouTube Trends.

On YouTube Trends you will find out what the latest trending videos are and be able to watch them right there on the blog. The top trending videos will be determined by viewership data and aggregating the wisdom of top curators across the web. Every day at 4am and 4pm ET, four videos will be selected that generated significant buzz on YouTube and news and culture websites. The Trends Dashboard is the place to go for just the videos and the demographic information.

The YouTube Trends blog will also discuss related subjects such as general video trends and what is happening in web video. This website is great for anyone that wants to keep up with what is hot in YouTube and videos right now and also can be a very useful free tool for media covering cultural and political topics.

No matter what is going on in the world, there will always be many different trending topics. Right now, the disaster in Japan is trending with three of the top videos, however Charlie Sheen and Lady Gaga are on the list also. YouTube trends will open your eyes to what the people of our planet are interested in, for good or for bad.

See also: Goodnight iPad the Video of the Ann Droyd Book Parody

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To have your questions answered visit www.unigo.com/expertquestions

“How important are college rankings when choosing a college?” – Jamie R., Madison, WI

Experts	Expert Answers
Andrew Dworak Title: Senior Counselor Organization: St. Ignatius High School	Best Fit vs. Best Rank                                                                                                    The question of wanting what is best goes without saying.  College choice is hard to distill into a chart of numerical listings.  I have used a number of resources.  Each offers a kernel of truth and reality.  Each is incomplete.  Every one of the 4000 or so colleges has a series of characteristics that make up the college experience.  I honestly believe a college is as good as its teachers and the courses chosen.  Each student needs to sample broadly and choose his or her best “fit”.  A visit goes a long way in finding the ideal or best college.
Joan Koven Title:                                                                  Founder & Director Organization: Academic Access	Proceed with caution when using college rankings to determine best fit There is no denying we are a society obsessed with college rankings. The U.S. News and World Report are the most recognized and popular of all the college rankings. U.S. News is constantly under scrutiny for their flawed methodology. The rankings can be useful as a quick guide for a wealth of statistics that compare SAT scores, class size, acceptance rates and many other statistics side-by-side for a quick overview to begin a college search. Proceed with extreme caution if you are using these rankings to determine best match and fit. Get on campuses and ask yourself, how do I feel, can I live here, can I eat here, and does it seem like a good match for me. That will be the most authentic ranking out there.
Lee Bierer Title: President Organization: College Admissions Strategies	Ranking on the rankings I am not a big believer in the college rankings. I think there are so many other more important factors that help determine the best college fit for a student. I tell students that performance is king. If they are worried about the prestige of their undergraduate college because they are considering graduate school admissions, they are better off being at the top of their class at a somewhat less selective school than running with the middle or the bottom of the pack at a more prestigious school.
Marcia Hunt Title: Director of College Counseling Organization: Pine Crest School	A Terrible Reason to Choose a School Almost the worst reason for picking a college is its ranking - it's right up there with choosing a college because your boyfriend goes there.  If you need a list to get you started on your college search, use something more qualitative than what is essentially an annual laundry list.  A great resource is The College Finder by Steven Antonoff, PhD, which has more than 600 lists - from colleges with the lowest tuition, to those with the most politically aware students, to those with the best chemistry programs.  This is a great way to develop your college list.
Scott Hamilton Title: Founder Organization: Future Stars College Counseling Center	Students need to understand the factors influencing a college's rank                                                One of the major components in US News and World Report's annual ranking is peer ratings, in which college administrators are asked to rate other colleges. Do high schools poll students for their opinions when determining class rank? Of course not, because this would be based on personal perspective and incomplete information. Understandably, an institution's effectiveness cannot be expressed through empirical data alone. But this only serves to underscore the necessity for prospective students to ask questions of a college that will lead them to discovering the best match based on individual needs and desired outcomes.

Get the full story from 35 more experts – including the VP of the College Board, Dean of Admissions from University of Illinois and more – at www.unigo.com/expertnetwork. To send your question to our experts, visit www.unigo.com/expertquestions

                                                                                                                                                                          

About the Unigo Expert NETWORK:

The Unigo Expert Network is a group of top education experts across the US dedicated to the success and well-being of high school students as they make the transition to college life.  With members from 2 year, 4 year, private, public, and independent institutions, the network has over 3,000 years of collective experience, spanning all areas of admissions, financial aid, and how to succeed in college.

To see all members of the Unigo Expert Network, visit www.unigo.com/admissionsexperts

Unigo.com is the web’s largest, 100% free resource for college information, used by over 4 million high school students and parents.

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