File Reading, Part II

  David Graves      February 2nd, 2010

Here is the second installment of the UGA holistic file reading overview, with a focus on the area of an applicant’s writing, self-expression and creativity. I know, it is a mouthful, but this is the section where we look at the student’s overall writing (both the essays and any other written areas on the application), […]

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Happy Holidays!

  David Graves      December 23rd, 2009

The University will be closed from Dec. 24 through Jan. 4, with limited exceptions on Jan. 4 such as orientation and a skeleton staff in Admissions. As such, I will be limited in my postings on this blog during this time. This does not mean that I do not care, only that I enjoy sleeping […]

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UGA Admissions and Personal Issues

  David Graves      September 30th, 2009

Last week, I had the opportunity to talk with 40-50 people at a college night program for Camp Sunshine, a non-profit organization that offers support and opportunities to children with cancer and their families. I believe this is my eighth time doing this evening program, and I always have a great evening. I have known […]

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Important Links for Freshmen Applicants

  David Graves      May 29th, 2009

As promised, here is the link to the 2010 essay questions, along with a few other pages that will provide some help in applying to UGA and writing admissions essays. The freshman application will be available in mid-August. 2010 Application Essay Questions Top Ten Hints for Applying to College Suggestions for Writing Admission Essays I […]

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