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YCBK 588: You Got Into College! Now What Do You Do?

Nov 17, 2025
Dr. Jay Hamilton, a Stanford professor and author of 'You Got In! Now What?', explores the goals of liberal arts education and how his children's experiences sparked his writing journey. He shares insights from Stanford's Long Range Planning reforms and discusses the importance of concise learning methods for today's students. Delving into the unique perspectives economists bring to higher education, Jay emphasizes seven key aims of liberal arts, including critical thinking and moral growth, setting the stage for thriving in college.
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ADVICE

Have Teachers Include Club/Advisor Context

  • Teachers who advise clubs or coach should expand recommendation content beyond classroom observations when relevant.
  • Heath Einstein says those non-classroom insights can capture dimensions counselors might miss.
ADVICE

Phrase Behavioral Growth Carefully

  • Discuss behavioral growth in recommendations but avoid explicit, alarming details; frame it as maturation.
  • Heath Einstein suggests focusing on general growth and examples rather than naming past violent or extreme behaviors.
INSIGHT

UTE Means Unlikely To Enroll

  • UTE stands for "Unlikely To Enroll" and flags students who seem disengaged despite strong files.
  • Mark Stucker notes UTE can explain deferrals or waitlists when engagement is low.
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