Brooklyn Tutoring Services

Brooklyn Tutoring ServicesBrooklyn tutoring services are offered by many famous tutors in the country. It has been proved that students who get tutoring from such tutors make better grades and better scores in all subjects. And even if you don't have a degree, an experienced tutor can easily make your life easier and clearer.Just in case you don't know how tutoring services are offered, let me briefly describe it. Some tutors work in the regular classroom setting and some work in the internet or in virtual tutoring. In the internet or virtual setting they work with interactive learning software. The advantage of working online is that the tutors stay connected to their clients and help them on their questions, queries and problems. Moreover, the client can take full advantage of this and also guide the tutor.Once you have enrolled in the Brooklyn tutoring program, you need to sign up with your email id and password to access the course material. You can access the material on any of the online tutoring sites which provide the course material on a pay per use basis. As soon as you have signed up, the web site creates a virtual personal account for you, so that the teacher can easily communicate with you.In virtual private lessons, the tutors of Brooklyn offer all the required facility that students can take part in their classes. Sometimes, they only provide classroom-based tutoring, which means that only the student has to travel to the school campus to take part in the class. Such arrangement is provided by some of the other tutoring services, which charge a certain fee per session.The Brooklyn tutoring services are completely non-classroom based and are called adaptive tutoring. The basic idea behind the service is that the client and the tutor get together at a shared location, where the client asks him/her questions and the tutor to answer them. And at the end of the session, the student gets to review his/her notes and answers. And because the class is com pletely virtual, the tutor can easily answer the client's questions.As soon as you have started enrolling in the Brooklyn tutoring service, the first step to help you decide on the course that you want to take. The first step is the discussion with the tutors of the services that you have chosen. They will be able to provide you details about the different courses offered in the service. They also provide you the addresses of the schools where the courses are offered.But in the Brooklyn tutoring services, you can also avail these services as part of the package deal. When you take advantage of the sessions of this service, you will get to hear the tutors of the service discussing with the clients about the courses offered and other aspects of tutoring. With the help of the web services, you can take part in a real live tutoring session from any place and time.

Making the Most of This School Year

Making the Most of This School Year A new school year has begun and you and your child want to get things off on the right foot. Whether last year was your childs best year yet or he or she faced some challenges, its always a good idea to take time at the start of the new year to reflect, set goals, and focus. How can you encourage your child to make this year a great one? Here are several tips for parents: Set the tone for positivity.A positive attitude will help children overcome hard times in school and life. Parents who embrace an optimistic mindset influence their children to do the same. The goal is to help children believe that every challenge or misstep is an opportunity to grow and become better. Talking about admirable role models who have overcome roadblocks to achieve big things reminds children that nobody has a completely smooth pathand they shouldnt be discouraged if their journey has bumps along the way. Explore what went right last year.The simple exercise of reflection is powerful, helping children look back on what they learned, where they were most successful, the experiences with teachers and other students that were most memorable and transformative, and more. Parents can take time as they and their children prepare to go back to school to talk about what went right last year, what they would like to change and whether there are any specific adjustments they want to make, such as their study routine. Talk about what is (and isnt) in their control.So much in life isnt in our control, and its an important reminder for children to focus on what is. To succeed in school, children must pay attention in class, give every subject their best effort and ask for help when they need it. When bad grades happen, parents should encourage their children to think about what they could have done to prepare more effectively for the assignment or test and make a plan to do better next time. Children who consistently take ownership of their school experienceand assume responsibility for itare more grounded and motivated. Commit to daily organization.Staying organized is a challenge for just about everyone. For children who struggle to keep on top of things, now is the time to revisit the homework routine and determine what needs changing. Parents should go over best practices for using the daily planner to keep track of homework and important dates as well as housekeeping items like a good process for filing school paperwork and keeping binders and backpacks tidy. Checklists around the house are useful tools to reinforce those daily to-dos. Set goals.Goal setting is such an important part of the kickoff to a new school year, encouraging a growth mindset and helping children get into the right frame of mind to give school their best effort this year. Over a few nights, parents should sit down with their children to talk about (and write down) academic and personal goals for the year. There is great value in including in this list some of the steps needed to achieve those goals and discussing how Mom and Dad can offer support. Even a little effort toward helping your child prepare for a new school year will make a big difference. Your child will feel calmer and more prepared, making for a smooth transition from summer break to school modeand a happier household overall. About Huntington Huntington is the tutoring and test prep leader.Its certified tutors provide individualized instruction in reading, phonics, writing, study skills, elementary and middle school math, Algebra through Calculus, Chemistry, and other sciences. It preps for the SAT and ACT, as well as state and standardized exams. Huntington programs develop the skills, confidence, and motivation to help students succeed and meet the needs of Common Core State Standards. Founded in 1977, Huntingtons mission is to give every student the best education possible. Learn how Huntington can help atwww.huntingtonhelps.com. For franchise opportunities please visitwww.huntingtonfranchise.com. 2017 Huntington Mark, LLC. Huntington Learning Center, the three-leaf logo, and 1 800 CAN LEARN are registered trademarks of Huntington Mark, LLC. Each franchised Huntington Learning Center is operated under a franchise agreement with Huntington Learning Centers, Inc.

10 New Year`s Resolutions for College Students

10 New Year`s Resolutions for College Students Happy New Year to everyone! If youre a college student, this article will give you some ideas to help you make your New Years resolutions. We hope this year will be more productive, positive, successful and enjoyable for you. New year brings great hopes for change and growth. It presents the perfect time to set new goals. Check out this list of New Years resolutions for students and make your own variations: Stop procrastinating. Create a detailed timeline with specific deadlines. Try to finish your papers at least one day in advance. Raise your activity levels, join the campus gym or a university sports club. Physical exercise is not just crucial for maintaining a healthy body, but is also good for your brain when done on a regular basis. Find a mentor. It can be your tutor, sports coach, teacher, or even an elderly neighbor. It’s a great chance to learn from someone who has more knowledge and experience. Make a study plan. Believe me it is much more effective way of learning. It will lead to better results, reduce the level of stress. And what is important, you will achieve more without feeling drained. Get at least 6 hours of sleep a night. If you get less than that, your body will feel the stress of fatigue. Having enough sleep keeps your body and mind exceptionally healthy. Reduce social media time. Instagram is having a major impact on our productivity. Switch it off when studying and you will fell the difference. Join more student clubs or organizations to expand your social circle. You’ll get to know like-minded people with similar interests and it can also look great on you resume. Live within your student budget. Dont use a credit card for things you want. Use it only for things you need. Challenge yourself a little to try something totally new at least once a month. Try to limit the number of TV shows and movies you watch. Try to read more instead. Reading is never a waste of time. No one can go back in time to change what has happened, we can only work on our present to make yourself a wonderful future! 10 New Year`s Resolutions for College Students Happy New Year to everyone! If youre a college student, this article will give you some ideas to help you make your New Years resolutions. We hope this year will be more productive, positive, successful and enjoyable for you. New year brings great hopes for change and growth. It presents the perfect time to set new goals. Check out this list of New Years resolutions for students and make your own variations: Stop procrastinating. Create a detailed timeline with specific deadlines. Try to finish your papers at least one day in advance. Raise your activity levels, join the campus gym or a university sports club. Physical exercise is not just crucial for maintaining a healthy body, but is also good for your brain when done on a regular basis. Find a mentor. It can be your tutor, sports coach, teacher, or even an elderly neighbor. It’s a great chance to learn from someone who has more knowledge and experience. Make a study plan. Believe me it is much more effective way of learning. It will lead to better results, reduce the level of stress. And what is important, you will achieve more without feeling drained. Get at least 6 hours of sleep a night. If you get less than that, your body will feel the stress of fatigue. Having enough sleep keeps your body and mind exceptionally healthy. Reduce social media time. Instagram is having a major impact on our productivity. Switch it off when studying and you will fell the difference. Join more student clubs or organizations to expand your social circle. You’ll get to know like-minded people with similar interests and it can also look great on you resume. Live within your student budget. Dont use a credit card for things you want. Use it only for things you need. Challenge yourself a little to try something totally new at least once a month. Try to limit the number of TV shows and movies you watch. Try to read more instead. Reading is never a waste of time. No one can go back in time to change what has happened, we can only work on our present to make yourself a wonderful future!

Sweepstakes The Great English Giveaway

Sweepstakes The Great English Giveaway We are helping people learn English by giving away twenty (20) 1-Month subscriptions to SpeakENG Online English Course!   So if youre learning English, now is your chance to grab more English training for free. SpeakENG is an online course for learning English, and any italki member can win a 1-Month Subscription just by replying to this group post! The SpeakENG program includes access to the Online Course for a full month, plus a 15 minute session with Eleutians certified ESL teachers. What you need to do to enter the sweepstakes: 1) Log on to italki.com or join if youre not already a member. 2) Go to The Great English Giveaway group post 3) Read the rules, and then reply to the post with three things: How you found out about italki Why youre learning English A funny or embarrassing English mistake you have made 4) Thats it! The contest will begin on September 8, 2009 at 12:01 am China Standard Time, and will end on September 20, 2009 at 11:59 pm China Standard Time.   italki will choose the winner before September 30th.   Full contest details are available here. If youre looking for other products to help you learn English, check out the italki Marketplace. Good luck! Sweepstakes The Great English Giveaway We are helping people learn English by giving away twenty (20) 1-Month subscriptions to SpeakENG Online English Course!   So if youre learning English, now is your chance to grab more English training for free. SpeakENG is an online course for learning English, and any italki member can win a 1-Month Subscription just by replying to this group post! The SpeakENG program includes access to the Online Course for a full month, plus a 15 minute session with Eleutians certified ESL teachers. What you need to do to enter the sweepstakes: 1) Log on to italki.com or join if youre not already a member. 2) Go to The Great English Giveaway group post 3) Read the rules, and then reply to the post with three things: How you found out about italki Why youre learning English A funny or embarrassing English mistake you have made 4) Thats it! The contest will begin on September 8, 2009 at 12:01 am China Standard Time, and will end on September 20, 2009 at 11:59 pm China Standard Time.   italki will choose the winner before September 30th.   Full contest details are available here. If youre looking for other products to help you learn English, check out the italki Marketplace. Good luck! Sweepstakes The Great English Giveaway We are helping people learn English by giving away twenty (20) 1-Month subscriptions to SpeakENG Online English Course!   So if youre learning English, now is your chance to grab more English training for free. SpeakENG is an online course for learning English, and any italki member can win a 1-Month Subscription just by replying to this group post! The SpeakENG program includes access to the Online Course for a full month, plus a 15 minute session with Eleutians certified ESL teachers. What you need to do to enter the sweepstakes: 1) Log on to italki.com or join if youre not already a member. 2) Go to The Great English Giveaway group post 3) Read the rules, and then reply to the post with three things: How you found out about italki Why youre learning English A funny or embarrassing English mistake you have made 4) Thats it! The contest will begin on September 8, 2009 at 12:01 am China Standard Time, and will end on September 20, 2009 at 11:59 pm China Standard Time.   italki will choose the winner before September 30th.   Full contest details are available here. If youre looking for other products to help you learn English, check out the italki Marketplace. Good luck!

TutorZ Receives the 2013 California Excellence Award

TutorZ Receives the 2013 California Excellence Award The Small Business Institute for Excellence in Commerce (SBIEC) recognized TutorZ LLC with the 2013 California Excellence Award. A panel of industry executives and consultants oversees an annual survey commissioned by the SBIEC on various industries and determines which companies meet and exceed the industry benchmarks that have been set forth. Tutorz LLC was one of those selected this year. We are all thrilled at TutorZ to recognized with such a high award. 7 years of hard work is leaving a mark in the industry, especially in our home state of California. says Dirk Wagner, CEO of TutorZ.com LLC. The SBIEC has publicized this award with the following press release: August 30th 2013 Tutorz LLC has been selected for the 2013 California Excellence Award amongst all its peers and competitors by the Small Business Institute for Excellence in Commerce (SBIEC). Each year the SBIEC conducts business surveys and industry research to identify companies that have achieved demonstrable success in their local business environment and industry category. They are recognized as having enhanced the commitment and contribution of small businesses through service to their customers and community. Small businesses of this caliber enhance the consumer driven stature that California is renowned for. Tutorz LLC has consistently demonstrated a high regard for upholding business ethics and company values which is a trait seldom found in its industry. This recognition by SBIEC marks a significant achievement as an emerging leader within various competitors and is setting benchmarks that the industry should follow. As part of the industry research and business surveys, various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the selected companies in each category. This research is part of an exhaustive process that encapsulates a year long immersion in the business climate of California. TutorZ Receives the 2013 California Excellence Award The Small Business Institute for Excellence in Commerce (SBIEC) recognized TutorZ LLC with the 2013 California Excellence Award. A panel of industry executives and consultants oversees an annual survey commissioned by the SBIEC on various industries and determines which companies meet and exceed the industry benchmarks that have been set forth. Tutorz LLC was one of those selected this year. We are all thrilled at TutorZ to recognized with such a high award. 7 years of hard work is leaving a mark in the industry, especially in our home state of California. says Dirk Wagner, CEO of TutorZ.com LLC. The SBIEC has publicized this award with the following press release: August 30th 2013 Tutorz LLC has been selected for the 2013 California Excellence Award amongst all its peers and competitors by the Small Business Institute for Excellence in Commerce (SBIEC). Each year the SBIEC conducts business surveys and industry research to identify companies that have achieved demonstrable success in their local business environment and industry category. They are recognized as having enhanced the commitment and contribution of small businesses through service to their customers and community. Small businesses of this caliber enhance the consumer driven stature that California is renowned for. Tutorz LLC has consistently demonstrated a high regard for upholding business ethics and company values which is a trait seldom found in its industry. This recognition by SBIEC marks a significant achievement as an emerging leader within various competitors and is setting benchmarks that the industry should follow. As part of the industry research and business surveys, various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the selected companies in each category. This research is part of an exhaustive process that encapsulates a year long immersion in the business climate of California.

5 online resources for the 11+ entrance exams

5 online resources for the 11+ entrance exams Possibly the biggest event in the independent schools' calendar, the 11+ is the most common entrance exam around. Most children take around four entrance exams, with successful candidates invited for an interview before (hopefully) being offered a place. Here's First Tutors' pick of the best resources available. 1. The Royal Russell School, in Croydon, has published a very detailed explanation of what is involved in each paper of its 11+ along with some sample questions. This is an excellent resource - hard to believe it's free! 2. The Independent Schools Examinations Board does what it says on the tin and its website is a gateway for a plethora of resources such as syllabi and past papers. 3. A Private Education is another no-nonsense, helpful site for parents wishing to educate their children privately. This is a good guide for parents unfamiliar with the system and exam processes. 4. The Independent has an old but very good article on the stresses that parents of 11 year olds go through during exam time - you'll find this reassuring. 5. First Tutors recommends practising for the entrance exams by completing past papers for 11+ candidates, In fact, we'd go so far as to say these are essential preparation for your child. Our revision guides section has past papers for Maths, English, Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning.

Learn Mandarin in Just a Few Minutes With Chinese Language Tutor DC

Learn Mandarin in Just a Few Minutes With Chinese Language Tutor DCChinese Language Tutor DC is a licensed tutor that offers basic and advanced lessons on the Chinese language. This online language tutoring service has been providing this service for more than a decade. The tutors are fully certified and licensed by the Chinese Education Commission to teach and study in China.In this way, it is very important to the future of the Chinese language. Today's Chinese people are growing up with Chinese language. Many have married to Chinese people and many others have come to learn Chinese at home or in another country. The country is becoming more dynamic and multicultural.The country has seen an explosion of ethnic Chinese who wish to continue to speak their native language. Some prefer to learn the spoken Chinese and some learn the written version. Yet some choose to do both. Chinese Language Tutor DC is all about giving an advantage to the people by providing them with two language me thods that can be easily learned and used.The tutor at this service does all the necessary researches and gives the needed tips on how to master the spoken language. There are different types of instruction that they provide to the learners at their Beijing Mandarin lesson center. It can be individual or group lessons where each individual is taught on one type of method. They also offer in class classes where there are more than one student taught in class. The tutor can also organize private language tutoring sessions where only the tutor and the learner attend together.At the Beijing Mandarin center, they offer different styles of Chinese language learning to the learners. There are classroom classes where the students learn how to read and write the written Chinese. Then there are computer courses where the students use the computer program to learn the spoken Chinese. They can also do both the language courses through reading and writing.For those learners who prefer a little m ore help in Chinese language, there are courses in which the tutor speaks and answers the questions the students ask. They provide the students with both verbal and written instruction. With the right guidance from the tutor, you can be sure that your learning will be effective and fast. The tutors are not only conversational but they also provide the learners with enough instructions on how to get from point A to point B. The tutor guides the learners through the Chinese grammar.Tutors at the service provide the best services to the learners. The tutor does not only give you the language lessons, but he also provides other learning tools like how to draw the simplified characters, how to count in Chinese, how to play the game 'Chinese Bingo' etc. Tutors are usually very enthusiastic in teaching, and they love the language as well. Thus you will find them very caring towards the learners.

Chemistry T.V Series

Chemistry T.V SeriesThere are many people who have a good deal of respect for the chemistry T.V series of television shows and movies. The reason for this is that these programs contain more than just informative topics on basic science and experiments. The shows also include many different scientific processes, which can be done by everyone.In general, the shows feature the characters of scientists. One of the most famous characters in the series is Professor Farnsworth. The scientist's funny facial expressions, his obsession with watches and his constant need to analyze and perform experiments are the things that make him so funny and interesting. This scientist is a perfect example of how a character such as this can help other scientists to do better in their jobs.The scientist in this series also teaches his students about different scientific process such as creating synthetic materials, such as the Sulfuric Acid. Since the major scientific process of chemistry involves the use of sulfuric acid, this is a very important step in the creation of new materials. It is not always used, but it is still very important to watch the show in order to understand the use of this chemical element in the world of science.The other characters on the television shows also help in educating people about the process and procedures in chemistry. The chemistry of the show does not just focus on science, but also the role of chemistry in everyday life. Some of the characters who also help scientists in the series are Professor Frink, Dr. Hamilton, Mr. Strangeway, and the Professor.These shows also deal with other aspects of chemistry. For example, the shows have discussions between the main characters of the series. This is one way of providing an overview of all the different process that scientists usually do. The talks, when they are done in the show, are also what a person can learn from these shows. t.v One thing that is very apparent about the chemistry T.V series is th at the scientists are usually very passionate about what they do. In this case, they are not only learning and teaching but also have some fun doing it.The chemistry T.V series is quite popular, and it has been helping many people learn about the science of chemistry. If you are interested in learning more about the science, watch the show, or even better, download the DVD.

My Experience at Cornell University

My Experience at Cornell University The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach theyre sharing their college experiences as well. Meghan received her Bachelors degree in English from Cornell University in 2013. She is a Boston tutor specializing in Writing tutoring, SAT prep tutoring,ACT prep tutoring, AP English tutoriing, and many other subjects. Check out her review of her school: VT: Describe the campus setting and transportation options.How urban or safe is the campus?Are there buses or do you need a car/bike? Meghan:Cornell is located in the Finger Lakes region of New York, and it is a fairly rural campus. It is approximately four hours from New York City, and the closest metropolitan area, Syracuse, is a little more than an hour away. However, Ithaca itself is a rich little city. It boasts more restaurants per capita than most large cities, and it has numerous concerts, cultural festivals, and events. The buses in Ithaca will take you anywhere you need to go on or off campus, and bus passes are free for freshmen. Many upperclassmen have cars. The campus is quite large, so a bike is certainly a nice addition, but everything is within walking distance if you invest in a good pair of shoes and a very warm winter coat! I always felt incredibly safe in Ithaca. I spent a lot of time running by myself and never felt uneasy. The campus is covered in Blue Light emergency phones in case of any incident, and, generally, the city of Ithaca is filled with friendly peoplecollege students and localswh o would help out a stranger at the drop of a hat. The area surrounding Cornell is quite residential and fairly quiet. VT:How available are the professors, academic advisers, and teaching assistants? Meghan:I was consistently impressed with the willingness of my professors to devote extra time and energy to helping me succeed. My academic advisers were not always the most helpful, and I ended up finding much more comfort in talking with my class professors when I needed advice. Professors are almost always on email, and, in my experience, have been very willing to look at drafts of papers, offer study tips, and help with general college questions, like selecting courses for a new semester or deciding on a major or minor. It was amazing to me how much my professors cared about me, as well as how interested they were in my academic work throughout my undergraduate career. VT: How would you describe the dorm life rooms, dining options, location, socialization opportunities with other students? Meghan:Dorm life at Cornell is pretty spectacular. All the freshmen live together on north campus in a wide variety of dorms. There is an all-girls dorm, a dorm with mostly singles, a dorm with mostly suites, and dorms featuring more classic doubles. There are two dining halls within walking distance of all of the freshman dorms, and the food is greatI still miss it! You can always find a good array of healthy options, as well as vegetarian/vegan meals and cultural foods. Plus, Cornell makes its own ice cream, which all the dining halls carry. The dining halls are not limited to serving meals, and they actually offer lots of opportunities for social activities, ranging from movie nights to video game competitions to fitness classes. Each dorm also has its own weekly events that offer an opportunity to get to know people beyond your floormates. I cannot say enough about living with all the other freshmen your first year; it really helps you make friends and start to feel at home! VT: Which majors/programs are best represented and supported?What did you study and why? Did the university do a good job supporting your particular area of study? Meghan:I studied English and minored in Music, and found a lot of support for both programs. The English major is very flexible, and I had a lot of freedom in choosing courses that were interesting to me. I chose to complete an honors track in the subject, which allowed me to take some graduate courses and challenge myself at a higher level by writing an honors thesis. I always found support from both my professors and the Academic Dean during these endeavors. Currently, Cornell is building a new humanities building, and I love to see such an assertion of the continued investment in liberal arts disciplines. For a big research university that is understandably focused heavily on engineering and science, Cornell really does a great job continuing to build their humanities programs. VT: How easy or difficult was it for you to meet people and make friends as a freshman? Does Greek life play a significant role in the campus social life? Meghan:Because of the north campus living center, I found it fairly easy to make friends despite being a somewhat shy freshman! I also recommend joining several student clubs and activities as soon as you get on campus. There are so many to choose from, and each offers a great group of supportive people with similar interests who will more than likely become your friends. Cornell is very community-oriented, and there are plenty of ways to make the huge campus seem a little smaller through clubs, activities, and organizations. Despite its large size, by senior year, I never walked anywhere on campus without seeing someone I knew. Greek life is very popular at Cornell, but it does not define the social scene of the campus. A third of Cornellians rush, and most of my friends who did found it fun and rewarding. Outside of social fraternities and sororities, there are also professional and service groups that many students find engaging. I chose not to rush, but I did sing in the Cornell University Chorus and an all-female a cappella group, After Eight. I was also a member of the Concert Commission and played on an intramural soccer team. All of these activities allowed me to meet a huge number of people and really enjoy my time outside of class. VT: How helpful is the Career Centerand other student support services?Do many reputable companies recruit on campus? Meghan:Cornell is incredibly helpful regarding career services. They host a huge number of workshops on interviewing and resume building, and they even offer one-on-one services for mock interviews or cover letter writing. Several times a year, companies come to campus for various job fairs or graduate school fairs, and there are always many reputable companies at these events. Oftentimes, companies specifically send Cornell alumni to represent them at such fairs, which provides a really helpful low-stress way to connect and have a conversation with a representative for a company in which you might be interested. VT: How are the various study areas such aslibraries, the student union, and dorm lounges? Are they over-crowded, easily available, spacious? Meghan:With more libraries than you can count on your fingers, Cornell always has room to study. One of the libraries is open 24 hours, all year round, and each dorm has designated study spaces and lounges. There are also coffee shops and open spaces all over campus that are available for group work and individual study. VT: Describe the surrounding town. What kinds of outside establishments / things to do are there that make it fun, boring, or somewhere in between?To what extent do students go to the downtown area of the city versus staying near campus? Meghan:I expected Ithaca to be a little bit boring sometimes, being such a small town in rural New York, but I can truthfully say that there was never a time in four years when I felt bored there. Cornell itself is a huge campus featuring giant plantations for running, hiking, or enjoying the scenery, as well as frequent sporting events, exhibitions, and musical or dance events. Beyond Cornell, though, the town of Ithaca is a special place that students should definitely take advantage of. There are several fun museums, an incredible farmers market on the weekends, and really great, interesting restaurants to try. (An all-vegetarian restaurant? Thai cuisine? Tapas? It is all there!) Cornell has its own little town known as Collegetown, which features the incredible sandwich shop, Collegetown Bagels, as well as many bars and restaurants. Students often do stay close to campus, but the center of Ithaca offers more places to eat, shop, and learn, and buses make it easy to get there. VT: How big or small is the student body? Were you generally pleased or displeased with the typical class sizes? Meghan:Cornell is bigit is about 14,000 undergraduates, so campus is always bustling. However, within that giant number, students are divided into seven different colleges. This allows you to get that small school feel of having a designated quad and buildings that are generally close to each other, while enjoying the benefits of a large institution, such as having thousands of courses to choose from each semester. As an English major, my major courses were always fairly small, ranging from six to thirty or so students, but I did take courses in science and math that were larger lectures of a couple hundred students. These large classes featured once a week discussion sections that divided the class into groups of 15-20, which offered a space to ask questions and work through problems without having to raise your hand in a giant lecture. I loved going to a big schoolthere are so many opportunities for research experiences, plus lots of extracurricular activities to choose from. VT: Describe one memorable experience with a professor and/or class. Perhaps one you loved the most or one youregretthe most. Meghan: My junior year I chose to pursue an honors track within my English major, which required writing a thesisa multi-chapter scholarly paper that would take up much of my time and focus throughout the coming year. My favorite professor had already committed to advising another students project, but made me a few recommendations. I emailed Professor Wong based on these recommendations, and, after I explained my project to her, she agreed to be my advisor. I had never taken a class with her, and she knew nothing of my work, but once she agreed to advise me, Professor Wong worked tirelessly to make sure my project was absolutely the best it could be. She pushed and challenged me, offering me difficult reading and making me question my own assumptions about what made good scholarly writing. We met once a week and, though she scheduled the meetings to last an hour, would often go much longer as we worked through the specific issues at hand. She always made sure I left with a huge to d o list and never let me settle for a sub-par chapter, or even a sub-par paragraph. In the end, I worked so hard to produce a paper I was truly proud of, and I earned Summa Cum Laude on my project. It is an understatement to say that Professor Wong helpedin truth, I could not have created such a strong paper without her. She pushed me beyond doing good work into doing my best work, and I learned from her to never settle for less than that. I learned the value of devoting myself entirely to a singular project, as well as to working through the times when it seemed I could not figure out where to go next (or the times when I just really wanted to go to bed). She encouraged me to set my own deadlines and stick to them. I learned a lot more than how to write an honors thesis from her, and I am so grateful. The reason this story stands out to me is not only because she was a great adviser, but because she was a great adviser when she did not know me at all. She agreed to devote hours of her time over the course of an entire year to helping me pursue the academic project I had chosen, even without a personal connection or an experience in a class. She took me on and believed in me on the sole information that I had a goal and I wanted to make it happen, and any professor willing to do that, especially for an undergraduate, is a truly special addition to a university. Check out Meghans tutoring profile. The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Varsity Tutors.