Unlike the essays you write for your English class, the College Essay isn't about Gatsby or Dickens: it's about YOU. The goal of this workshop is to help you uncover the thematic avenues that can help you share key aspects of yourself with admissions officers. 

First, we'll go through some warm-up writing exercises to get the juices flowing. Then we'll discuss three of the most common essay structures, review samples, and practice how to brainstorm for them. Lastly, I'll give you my fool-proof checklist for selecting the right topic for you.  Come ready to think, write, and pair-share!

This event is free and open to the public. Click here to register.

About Your Instructor

For over 5 years, Attayah Douglas has worked with undergraduate and graduate applicants to craft winning admissions essays that tell their unique story. Raised in Clinton, NJ Attayah attended high school at North Hunterdon High School then went on to receive her B.A. in Education Policy from Brown University, and her MSc. in Social Policy at Oxford University in England. She has a wealth of experience in the college readiness industry including experience as a professional SAT prep coach, and college access program director. Attayah currently works in communications consulting, providing writing, editing and strategy support to foundations, non-profit organizations and policy institutes. In 2022 she launched "The Story Strategist" to help students use strategic storytelling to access higher education opportunity.