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The American Red Cross Hosts a College Essay Workshop with Emily Wolper
August 17, 2010 - Join college admissions expert and consultant Emily B. Wolper in a guided discussion and workshop exploring college essay strategy and writing on Sunday, September 26, 2010 from 1-4pm at The American Red Cross, 209 Fairfield Road, in Fairfield NJ. Emily will talk about how admissions officers read your essays and common misconceptions about college essay topics. She will also help you come up with some new and exciting essay ideas.
You will be guided through brainstorming and writing exercises that will help you create the beginning of your college essay or improve the one on which you’ve been working. Be prepared to share your questions and ideas. This will be a fun and interactive workshop!
Emily Wolper is the president and founder of E. Wolper Inc., an Admissions Consulting firm offering highly personalized one-on-one assistance for college and graduate school applicants, both domestic and international. Emily Wolper is a former Columbia University admissions officer and has been consulting, leading workshops and giving lectures for over 10 years. Emily has also been a mentor to the Youth Council for the Red Cross of Northern New Jersey since 2006.
The cost of the workshop is $100.00 and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the American Red Cross. Space is limited. For more information or to register contact Karen Winlund at (973) 538-2160 ext. 206 or winlundk@redcrossnnj.org.
The American Red Cross of Northern New Jersey is a non-profit organization that helps people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. The Chapter serves the 3.5 million residents of Bergen, Hudson, Essex, Morris, Passaic and Warren counties, offering disaster relief, health and safety training and blood services. Each year, the Chapter responds to over 350 disasters throughout our area. The American Red Cross of Northern New Jersey depends on donations of time, money, and blood from others to make our humanitarian work possible. For more information, call 1-800-507-6058 or visit www.redcrossnnj.org |
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American Red Cross Youth Programs are designed to provide youth with meaningful opportunities for education and community service by engaging young people in the programs of the American Red Cross. The Youth Program, with adult support, promotes development of leadership skills, social development and positive self-expression through community service. These teens create friendships through helping others.
American Red Cross Youth Vision Statement
The American Red Cross will provide the premier environment for youth and young adults to learn, practice and exemplify humanitarian values.
Red Cross Clubs
The Northern New Jersey Chapter works with students to establish Red Cross Clubs throughout our region. At high schools and universities, Red Cross Clubs provide a means for students to offer Red Cross-related services and projects to their school populations as well as their local communities.
Youth Council
Members of Red Cross Clubs, student organizations (i.e. Interact Club, National Honor Society) or independent youth volunteers can also join the American Red Cross of Northern New Jersey Youth Council. Members of the Council help guide and maintain Red Cross Clubs and services throughout the communities we serve, providing the necessary tools to run a successful volunteer youth program.
Volunteer Youth Opportunities
Youth ages 4-23 can participate in training and educational programs with the American Red Cross. Opportunities are available within many facets of our organization including biomedical, disaster, fundraising, health and safety, and international services. Internships are also available in various departments. Youth program coordinators, educators and parents are encouraged to learn more about incorporating Red Cross Youth Programs into your existing goals.
Student-led Red Cross Clubs in our area:
- Academies @ Englewood
- Bergen County Technical High School
- Fairleigh Dickinson University
- Jefferson High School
- Livingston High School
- Morristown High School
- Northern Highlands Regional High School
- Paramus High School
- Parsippany High School
- Parsippany Hills High School
- Rutgers University
- Seton Hall University
- Tenafly High School
- Wayne Valley High School
- West Essex High School
Want to get involved? In contact Karen Winlund by email or phone at 973-538-2160 ext. 206 for information on how you can get involved!
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