Fall Travel Superlatives

Yes folks, it's that time again. Let's wrap up Fall Travel high school style...with superlatives!

Best downtown:Hershey, PA

If you look closely on the light poles you can see the giant Hersey Kisses!

Nicest drive: Litchfield County, CT

Besides the construction that made me late to a visit or two, I have to give credit to the beauty of Litchfield County!

Best "work weekend" ever: MIAMI

You can't really consider being in Miami for a weekend in October "work." Please keep in mind it was snowing in Boston when this picture was taken. That made this deal a little bit sweeter :)

Best rental car: Lime green VW Bug with Kentucky plates

I have no clue how this car got to Pittsburgh, but I was so glad it was mine for the week!

Biggest Fatty Fest: Primanti Brothers

Yes, that would be a chicken, cheese, cole slaw and french fry sandwich. I split it with a friend and still didn't finish it!

Best New Building: Huizenga Science Center at the Pine Crest School in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Double winding staircases, rooftop terrace, 8 labs, etc. Unreal!

Most high tech visitor sign-in: Great Valley High School in Malvern, PA.
Step 1: Take your photo using a camera hooked up to a computer. Step 2: Enter your personal information into the computer. Step 3: Sticker prints out with your photo, information and arrival time. VERY COOL! When you leave the building, they scan you out! Best part: when I return next fall, my information is saved in the system. Very, very impressive!

Most Persistent:

A certain Admissions Representative who will remain nameless has been harassing me all fall to give her another Fall Travel Superlative. So there you go!

Happy Thanksgiving to everyone! We are almost through reviewing Early Action and Early Decision folders. When are we sending out decision letters? Follow us on twitter to be the first to know!

Quick Update

Hey everyone! I only have a few minutes to update because this week is CRAZY! We've started reviewing Early Action and Early Decision applications and there's no going back now! We received more applications at this time this year than last so we're busier than expected.

So far it looks like the class is shaping up well. I'm impressed with the quantity and quality of our applicants so far! I love this time of year because it's so exciting getting to learn more about our applicants after meeting so many of them last spring and fall. This year in particular I feel that the essays are really strong. I read a great one about a cross-country family road trip to visit colleges all over the nation and another moving essay about an applicant's cousin who recently passed away from a rare disease. Both very different, but well written nevertheless.

Missed the chance to apply Early Action or Early Decision? Fret not- the Regular Decision deadline isn't until January 15th so you have plenty of time!

As always, please feel free to contact admissions@stonehill.edu if you have any questions about applying.

Come to the World's Largest College Fair!

Ever wish you could get all the information that you get at a college fair from the comfort of your own home?

Well, Stonehill is participating in the world's largest College Fair, and it's located on-line! Over 42,000 students from all over the US have already signed up so why don't you? It's easy and free.

If you are interested in learning more about Stonehill, visit our virtual booth by visiting:

http://www.collegeweeklive.com/

This fair is currently live and is running until this Saturday at 6pm.

As part of this fair we are hosting several live chats. To chat with an Admissions Counselor and some of our current students, visit our booth during the following times:

Thursday, November 5th: 2:00pm-6:00pm
Friday, November 6th: 3:00pm-6:00pm
Saturday, November 7th: 12:00pm-3:00pm

While at our booth you can download several different brochures that include information about financial aid, various academic programs, and more!

Thanks and we hope to see you at the fair!

UPDATE: Early Action Deadline Extended!

Happy November!

Didn't get a chance to submit your Early Action application in time for November 1st?
Do you wish you could turn back the clock so you could get your application in?

Well you're in luck!

We've decided to extend our Early Action Deadline until November 16th.

For those of you who have applied already, we thank you and we will begin the review of your applications soon.

To learn more about how we review your application click here.

To apply now click here.

More from PA

Just a quick update! Being a massive history nerd, I couldn't pass up the chance to stop by Valley Forge while I was recruiting in the Philadelphia area last week. I've visited Concord, Lexington, Gettysburg, Harper's Ferry and Antietam so obviously I need to keep going. Now I can proudly add Valley Forge to my list!

US National Memorial Arch

Not exactly my idea of proper winter housing....

These deer were right next to my car!

Sun beginning to set on Valley Forge