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Unlock Your Potential. Transform Your Community.<o:p></o:p>

Service is not a checklist, but a mindset, a movement, and a
lifelong commitment to making the world better. Community Service
Opportunities for High School Students is your definitive guide to 200+
meaningful ways to serve, grow, and lead, whether you are pursuing an Eagle
Scout rank, a Girl Scouts Gold Award, a capstone project, or simply want to
make a lasting difference.<o:p></o:p>

200+ Ways to Change the World Starting Now!<o:p></o:p>

Inside, you will discover:<o:p></o:p>

<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
 <li class="MsoNormal">National
 and international awards that honor extraordinary service.<o:p></o:p></li>
 <li class="MsoNormal">Volunteer
 opportunities in every field, from environmental action to healthcare,
 animal rescue to global advocacy.<o:p></o:p></li>
 <li class="MsoNormal">Practical
 steps to turn your passions into impactful projects.<o:p></o:p></li>
 <li class="MsoNormal">Tips
 for showcasing service experiences on college applications.<o:p></o:p></li>
</ul>

Written by Dr. Rachel A. Winston, a renowned college
counselor, professor, and author, this book blends
decades of expertise with actionable strategies to help you serve with purpose,
inspire others, and stand out in any future endeavor.&nbsp;&nbsp;<o:p></o:p>Dr. Winston is a leading authority on college admissions. She has written 50+ books on college admission and is the author of the award-winning Medical School Bound and Winning Strategies on Admission to the University of California. She earned 8 graduate degrees and worked in higher education for four decades. In addition to writing and research, she serves as a college counselor to students worldwide. She charges $295 for one hour or $195/hour for two-hour sessions. Contact Dr. Winston at rwinston@uchicago.edu or her website&nbsp;<a href="http://www.college.lizard.com./" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); font-family: TextaAlt, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 1rem; font-weight: 400;">www.college.lizard.com.</a>&nbsp;

Whether you are organizing a beach cleanup, tutoring
underserved students, planting a community garden, or leading a social justice
campaign, your service journey begins here.<o:p></o:p>

Because every act of service is a step toward the leader and
person you are meant to become.<o:p></o:p>

Make an impact. Stand out. Leave your mark.<o:p></o:p>

Community Service Opportunities for High School Students: 200+ Ideas for Service, Eagle Awards, Gold Awards, and Capstones

Your UC Journey Begins with YOUR Story<o:p></o:p>

The UC application is evaluated based on more than just grades
and scores. The story is all yours: your challenges, your achievements, your
passions, and your potential. Winning Strategies for Admission to the
University of California shows you how to be strategic in the admissions
process. Understand what the UCs look for and how your story, from activity
statements to personal insight questions, reveals more about you.<o:p></o:p>

In these pages, you will learn how to:<o:p></o:p>

<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
 <li class="MsoNormal">Find
 the unique angle that sets you apart.<o:p></o:p></li>
 <li class="MsoNormal">Write
 Personal Insight Questions that reveal your unique qualities.<o:p></o:p></li>
 <li class="MsoNormal">Showcase
 your strengths and growth, even if your path has not been perfect.<o:p></o:p></li>
 <li class="MsoNormal">Approach
 the UC process with confidence, clarity, and purpose.<o:p></o:p></li>
</ul>

The University of California attracts the best and brightest
from around the world, making admission fiercely competitive. Winning
Strategies for Admission to the University of California gives you the
tools, insights, and proven methods to stand out in a crowded applicant pool.<o:p></o:p>

Dr. Rachel A. Winston has guided thousands of students to
success in UC admissions, from first-generation applicants to high-achieving
scholars. Her proven approach blends strategy with authenticity, so your
application reflects not only what you have done, but who you are and who you
are becoming.&nbsp;Dr. Winston is a leading authority on college admissions. She has written 50+ books on college admission and is the author of the award-winning Medical School Bound and Winning Strategies on Admission to the University of California. She earned 8 graduate degrees and worked in higher education for four decades. In addition to writing and research, she serves as a college counselor to students worldwide. She charges $295 for one hour or $195/hour for two-hour sessions. Contact Dr. Winston at rwinston@uchicago.edu or her website&nbsp;<a href="http://www.college.lizard.com./" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); font-family: TextaAlt, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 1rem; font-weight: 400;">www.college.lizard.com.</a>&nbsp;

Winning Strategies for Admission to The University of California

Are you a high school student who is dreaming of becoming a doctor? Don’t leave your future to chance. Medical School Bound is the definitive roadmap for ambitious high
school students who want to secure their place in medicine, whether through a
traditional pre-med path or a coveted BS/MD, BS/DO, or BS/DDS program. 350+ Pages of Valuable Information Inside!<o:p></o:p>

Written by Dr.
Rachel Winston, award-winning author, professor, and educational administrator, this book is packed with insider strategies that have helped
thousands of students move from high school hallways to medical school
acceptance letters.&nbsp;<o:p></o:p>Dr. Winston is a leading authority on college admissions. She has written 50+ books on college admission and is the author of the award-winning Medical School Bound and Winning Strategies on Admission to the University of California. She earned 8 graduate degrees and worked in higher education for four decades. In addition to writing and research, she serves as a college counselor to students worldwide. She charges $295 for one hour or $195/hour for two-hour sessions. Contact Dr. Winston at rwinston@uchicago.edu or her website&nbsp;<a href="http://www.college.lizard.com./" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); font-family: TextaAlt, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 1rem; font-weight: 400;">www.college.lizard.com.</a>&nbsp;

Inside, you will discover: 
✅
Step-by-step strategies for course
selection, test prep, research, and volunteering that actually impress
admissions committees. 
✅
Secrets of standout applications:
How to write essays, build resumes, and showcase your unique story with
authenticity and impact. 
✅
Detailed program profiles for
BS/MD, BS/DO, and Direct Med tracks so you can compare options and make
confident choices. 
✅
Timelines and checklists from
8th grade to senior year, ensuring you never miss a critical deadline. 
✅
Ethical strategies to stand out
in one of the most competitive fields without the stress and guesswork.<o:p></o:p>

Whether you are a high-achieving student ready
to aim higher or a parent seeking clarity in a confusing process, this book
gives you the clarity, confidence, and
competitive edge to turn your medical school dreams into reality.<o:p></o:p>

Your white coat journey starts here.
Get Medical School Bound today and take
the first bold step toward a future in medicine!<o:p></o:p>

Medical School Bound: The ESSENTIAL Guide to BS/MD, BS/DO, BS DDS, & Pre-Med Programs For High School Students

Who is this book for? 
Students, parents, and counselors interested in colleges for cognitive science
or neuroscience will find this book extremely valuable. This ultimate guide offers
helpful advice and lists programs for those who want to pursue medicine,
research, biotechnology, or health policy. Read about the cutting-edge
innovations in AI, neural implants, brain disorders, computational neuroscience,
and quantum computing taking place today. 
 
What can you expect?<o:p></o:p>

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 <li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#385623;mso-themecolor:accent6;mso-themeshade:
 128;margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in">Detailed scholarship lists,
 summer programs, and contests.<o:p></o:p></li>
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 128;margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in">Tips on admissions, financial
 aid, and career opportunities.<o:p></o:p></li>
 <li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#385623;mso-themecolor:accent6;mso-themeshade:
 128;margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in">Packed with&nbsp;more than 300
 pages of information.<o:p></o:p></li>
 <li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#385623;mso-themecolor:accent6;mso-themeshade:
 128;margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in">Lists of schools, profiles, and related
 degrees.</li></ul>
Why can you trust Dr. Winston’s advice? 
Dr. Rachel Winston is an award-winning college leader and author who trained
counselors in UCLA's College Counselor Certificate program. She is a graduate
of Harvard, UChicago, UT Austin, GWU, Claremont, Pepperdine, and Syracuse.&nbsp;<o:p></o:p>Dr. Winston is also a leading authority on college admissions. She has written 50+ books on college admission and is the author of the award-winning Medical School Bound and Winning Strategies on Admission to the University of California. She earned 8 graduate degrees and worked in higher education for four decades. In addition to writing and research, she serves as a college counselor to students worldwide. She charges $295 for one hour or $195/hour for two-hour sessions. Contact Dr. Winston at rwinston@uchicago.edu or her website&nbsp;<a href="http://www.college.lizard.com./" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); font-family: TextaAlt, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 1rem; font-weight: 400;">www.college.lizard.com.</a>&nbsp;

Why Neuroscience?<o:p></o:p>

The
future is here today. Neuroscience offers a ticket to an intriguing career,
scientific research, and biotechnologies to invent the future. Yet, admission
to medical school and graduate programs in cognitive science and neuroscience remains difficult. Learn how to prepare, apply, and succeed in your
quest with the information contained in this book. Comb through this book of
tips, tools, and university profiles.<o:p></o:p>

There is no other book
like this anywhere.&nbsp;<o:p></o:p>

THE COLLEGE GUIDEBOOK: BRAIN, COGNITION, & NEUROSCIENCE University Profiles & Admissions Information on the Top University Programs

Dr. Winston is a leading authority on college admissions. She has written 50+ books on college admission and is the author of the award-winning Medical School Bound and Winning Strategies on Admission to the University of California. She earned 8 graduate degrees and worked in higher education for four decades. In addition to writing and research, she serves as a college counselor to students worldwide. She charges $295 for one hour or $195/hour for two-hour sessions. Contact Dr. Winston at rwinston@uchicago.edu or her website&nbsp;<a href="http://www.college.lizard.com./" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); font-family: TextaAlt, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; font-size: 1rem;">www.college.lizard.com.</a>&nbsp;

Personal Consultation

Turn Your Story into an Acceptance Letter<o:p></o:p>

This book provides real
examples and proven strategies to boost your chances of admission. Choose
opening lines that instantly grab an admissions officer's attention while
showcasing your achievements.<o:p></o:p>

You need to stand out without sounding
fake or insincere. This book will guide you through your thought process and
life experiences to craft a standout PIQ. From uncertainty to confidence, you
will discover your unique flow of ideas with engaging, clear, and impactful
insights.<o:p></o:p>

Applying to the University of California isn’t just
about grades and test scores; it’s about telling a story only you can tell. The
Personal Insight Questions are your opportunity to stand out in a sea of
applicants, and this book walks you step-by-step in crafting responses that
capture admissions officers’ attention and win their hearts.<o:p></o:p>

Inside, you will learn how to:<o:p></o:p>

<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
 <li class="MsoNormal">Uncover
 your most compelling life experiences and turn them into vivid, authentic
 narratives.<o:p></o:p></li>
 <li class="MsoNormal">Structure
 your PIQs for maximum impact without sounding forced or formulaic.<o:p></o:p></li>
 <li class="MsoNormal">Avoid
 the clichés and pitfalls that make admissions readers skim past other
 essays.<o:p></o:p></li>
 <li class="MsoNormal">Transform
 your “blank page” into a powerful statement of identity, growth, and
 potential.<o:p></o:p></li>
</ul>

Written
with insight, strategy, and clarity, From Blank Page to Successful UC PIQs
combines storytelling artistry with the science of admissions review. Whether
you are applying to Berkeley, UCLA, UC San Diego, or another UC campus in the
UC system, this book helps you write with confidence, authenticity, and
purpose. The journey to your UC acceptance begins here. All you need is your
story and a strategic way to highlight your qualities.&nbsp;<o:p> </o:p>Dr. Winston is a leading authority on the University of California. She has written 50+ books on college admission and is the author of the award-winning Medical School Bound and Winning Strategies on Admission to the University of California. She earned 8 graduate degrees and worked in higher education for four decades. In addition to writing and research, she serves as a college counselor to students worldwide. She charges $295 for one hour or $195/hour for two-hour sessions. Contact Dr. Winston at rwinston@uchicago.edu or her website&nbsp;<a href="http://www.college.lizard.com./" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); font-family: TextaAlt, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; font-size: 1rem;">www.college.lizard.com.</a>&nbsp;<o:p></o:p>

From Blank Page to Successful UC Personal Insight Questions

This comprehensive, full-color, image-filled book serves as a valuable resource for gaining college admission. Included are lists of summer programs,
contests, scholarships, testing, internships, rankings, and fun facts. More
than fifty profiled university programs provide valuable information. Questions
students and parents commonly ask are answered regarding applications,
financial aid, career prospects, and alternative fields.<o:p></o:p>

There is no other resource like this anywhere. This informative
college guidebook contains everything you need to know about college admissions
for your future in the innovative and immersive worlds of biology and chemistry.
The skills you learn are transferrable to numerous other fields. Inspired by my
STEM-bound students, I created this book to help students pursue their passions.
<o:p></o:p>

A special section highlights BS/MD, BS/DO, BS/DMD, and BS/DVM
programs. Since health, wellness, and medicine catapulted to the top of many
people’s consciousness during the pandemic, these lucrative programs offer
direct entry medical options for highly academic students who are committed to
pursuing medicine. <o:p></o:p>

Medicine, energy, technology, security, food, and clothing drive
scientific advancement in our society. From atomic and cellular discoveries to
consumer-ready scalable innovations, biologists and chemists provide the
building blocks of products we purchase every day. Thus, majoring in biology
and chemistry provides an essential foundation for nearly any scientific career
you may pursue.<o:p></o:p>

Today, labs once closed to researchers during the lockdown
reopened for experimentation as new ideas percolated in scientist’s minds. This
transformation continues at a rapid pace, enhanced by novel methods, artificial
intelligence, and virtual reality. &nbsp;Emerging holographic tools, improved scanning,
and tinier devices offer new understandings of organ function, neural networks,
and cell signaling. On another front, biologists and chemists study farming,
toxic pollution, genetic engineering, and both marine and wildlife habitats. Scientists
improve life and livelihoods across the globe. <o:p></o:p>

This college guidebook describes the ins and outs of biology and
chemistry, aiding students in their admission to college. Any student considering
biology or chemistry should read this book packed with insights and admissions
information!<o:p></o:p>

A STEM degree offers a ticket to an intriguing career, tools to
invent the future, and financial opportunity. Yet, admission to competitive programs
remains difficult. Learn how to prepare, apply, and succeed in your quest with
the information contained in this book. Comb through this book of tips, tools, and
university profiles......Dr. Winston is a leading authority on college admissions. She has written 50+ books on college admission and is the author of the award-winning Medical School Bound and Winning Strategies on Admission to the University of California. She earned 8 graduate degrees and worked in higher education for four decades. In addition to writing and research, she serves as a college counselor to students worldwide. She charges $295 for one hour or $195/hour for two-hour sessions. Contact Dr. Winston at rwinston@uchicago.edu or her website&nbsp;<a href="http://www.college.lizard.com./" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); font-family: TextaAlt, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; font-size: 1rem;">www.college.lizard.com.</a>&nbsp; <o:p></o:p>

Comprehensive Guide to Studying Bio & Chem for HS Students

This resource includes questions directly from one of the Ivy League schools, along with some of the instructions sent to the Ivy League interviewers. This is a super helpful resource for your interview preparation!There are also tips on how to prepare and what to do and not to do during the interview......Dr. Winston is a leading authority on college admissions. She has written 50+ books on college admission and is the author of the award-winning Medical School Bound and Winning Strategies on Admission to the University of California. She earned 8 graduate degrees and worked in higher education for four decades. In addition to writing and research, she serves as a college counselor to students worldwide. She charges $295 for one hour or $195/hour for two-hour sessions. Contact Dr. Winston at rwinston@uchicago.edu or her website&nbsp;<a href="http://www.college.lizard.com./" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); font-family: TextaAlt, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-weight: 400; font-size: 1rem;">www.college.lizard.com.</a>&nbsp;

College Interview Advantage: Insights & Preparation to Set You Apart

Campus Visits: Finding a College That Feels Like Home

Unlock Your Potential. Transform Your Community.

Service is not a checklist, but a mindset, a movement, and a
lifelong commitment to making the world better. Community Service
Opportunities for High School Students is your definitive guide to 200+
meaningful ways to serve, grow, and lead, whether you are pursuing an Eagle
Scout rank, a Girl Scouts Gold Award, a capstone project, or simply want to
make a lasting difference.

200+ Ways to Change the World Starting Now!

Inside, you will discover:

<ul type="disc">
 <li>National
 and international awards that honor extraordinary service.</li>
 <li>Volunteer
 opportunities in every field, from environmental action to healthcare,
 animal rescue to global advocacy.</li>
 <li>Practical
 steps to turn your passions into impactful projects.</li>
 <li>Tips
 for showcasing service experiences on college applications.</li>
</ul>

Written by Dr. Rachel A. Winston, a renowned college
counselor, professor, and author, this book blends
decades of expertise with actionable strategies to help you serve with purpose,
inspire others, and stand out in any future endeavor.  Dr. Winston is a leading authority on college admissions. She has written 50+ books on college admission and is the author of the award-winning Medical School Bound and Winning Strategies on Admission to the University of California. She earned 8 graduate degrees and worked in higher education for four decades. In addition to writing and research, she serves as a college counselor to students worldwide. She charges $295 for one hour or $195/hour for two-hour sessions. Contact Dr. Winston at rwinston@uchicago.edu or her website <a href="http://www.college.lizard.com./" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.college.lizard.com.</a> 

Whether you are organizing a beach cleanup, tutoring
underserved students, planting a community garden, or leading a social justice
campaign, your service journey begins here.

Because every act of service is a step toward the leader and
person you are meant to become.

Make an impact. Stand out. Leave your mark.

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