College Essay Writing
Presented by Samantha Scanlan, Senior Assistant Director of Admissions, Towson University
Your college essay is more than just another application requirement, it's your opportunity to tell your story. Join Samantha Scanlan for an interactive webinar designed to help students craft authentic, compelling personal essays that leave a lasting impression on admissions committees.
Whether you're starting with a blank page or revising a draft, this session will provide practical strategies for choosing meaningful topics, organizing your ideas, and writing an essay that reflects who you are beyond your grades and test scores.
In this session, you'll learn how to:
Choose a strong and meaningful essay topic
Tell your story with authenticity and confidence
Avoid common college essay mistakes
Showcase your unique experiences, values, and goals
Revise and strengthen your essay before submission
About the Presenter
Samantha Scanlan is a seasoned college admissions professional with more than a decade of experience in both secondary and higher education. She earned her bachelor's degree from Elizabethtown College and her master's degree in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Chestnut Hill College.
As the Senior Assistant Director of Admissions at Towson University, Samantha brings a strategic and holistic approach to enrollment management, application review, event programming, and admissions leadership. As a first-generation college graduate, she understands the challenges students face throughout the college search process and is passionate about helping them find the institution that best fits their goals, interests, and aspirations. She is committed to guiding students and families through the admissions process with clarity, confidence, and compassion.
Recommended Audience: Rising 11th and 12th grade students, recent high school graduates, parents/guardians, and school staff supporting students through the college application process.
