The Duke University Talent Identification Program (Duke TIP) helps academically talented children through a number of programs. TIP’s goal is to provide resources, enrichment activities, and advice to ensure students reach their highest potential. TIP offers educational programs for students in grades four through 12, including residential summer programs, weekend programs during the academic year,…
Winter break is almost here. Time to start thinking about summer. For high school students who want to stand out in college admissions, summer is the time for students to enhance their college applications. Admissions officers are looking for summer activities that tie in with a student’s overall narrative. Programs that either connect a student…
Doing an internship in high school can look great on a college application. Internships also allow students to build their resume, explore their interests, learn more about possible careers, and gain real world experience! As a bonus, internships can give students the opportunity to meet professionals who can write letters of recommendation or serve as…
For many students, summer vacation is not a vacation at all. But it should be! (Never thought you’d hear this from us did you?) Students need time to relax free of schoolwork and work-work. Relaxing during summer break is important because it allows students to recharge for the fall. After a stressful year of nonstop…
Summer is here. If you have a job or internship, plan on making the most of your opportunity. At the end of the summer you’ll want to be in a position where you can get a recommendation from your employer. Your other goal should be to turn your experience into a resume builder. Internships are an…