The Voice of Wakefield High School

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The Voice of Wakefield High School

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The Voice of Wakefield High School

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With the rise of AI and software such as ChatGPT, many wonder how it will affect college admissions. Will AI lead to a downfall of college essays?

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Artificial intelligence: the downfall of college admissions

Emily Dudash, Co-Editor-in-Chief January 30, 2024

After a week confined to my bedroom perfecting every word of too many essays to count, I have just submitted my final college application. Every one of my most profound experiences and deepest ambitions...

Colleges look at many factors to decide if they should admit each student. Interviews should give an admissions officer a view into a students personal identity.

More colleges need to offer student interviews: here’s why

Hannah Kilian, Co-Opinions Editor October 18, 2023

With college application season in full swing, many high school seniors are working diligently to complete their applications before the first round of deadlines. As students work hard to fully explain...

The sun beams down on the buildings and admissions advertisements at Elon University, located in Elon, NC.

Preparing for college applications: The good, the bad and the ugly

Erin Sockolof, Editor-in-Chief October 12, 2021

This time of the year can be quite exciting for many high school seniors all across the country. However, college applications can be stressful for students too. Melissa Ansbacher knows this all too...

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