In this week’s episode you will hear

In the News (1:56): Hilary and Mark discuss some new ways that were revealed at the recent Slate conference that AI is being used in college admissions (Length 37 minutes)

This week’s interview (38:04): Interview with Daniel Chambliss, author of the book, “How College Works” Part 3 of 4.

• Dan talks about the importance of mentorship, but he talks about what works and what doesn’t work
• Dan talks about the importance of spaces, including architecture
• Dan talks about the importance of high contact activities
• Dan talks about what he learned from the Hamilton school choir, from sports teams and from certain dormitories
• Dan talks about the importance of keeping your social and academic options open
• Dan talks about the importance of friendships
• Dan explains why he valued residential colleges
• Dan takes on some sacred cows and exposes the myths of several things that administrators often think are crucial for quality teaching and educational impact
• Listen to what Dan said about strategic plans, pedagogical innovation and curriculum (Length 28 minutes)

Mark’s recommended resource of the week Guide to help first year students complete the Common Application- Application guide for first-year students

College Spotlight (1:06:09): Lisa shares her recent visit to Saint Michael’s College and she shares her thoughts.

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