Who am I? Writing College Essays: Gr. 9-12
Youth / Expand Your World & Enrichment -
Youth Summer 2026
Writing essays for college applications can seem like a chore. It doesn't have to be this way! In fact, writing your college essays can be a chance to define your values and a way to begin college with a clearer understanding of who you are as a person. In this course, we will craft college application essays from seed to full bloom. We will engage in brainstorming, drafting, peer-consulting, and editing--all while considering ourselves as human beings in the college application process. Each student will be offered one final review of their essay with comments by Corey, the instructor.
Corey Hickner-Johnson
Corey Hickner-Johnson holds a PhD in English from the University of Iowa. She taught college literature, speech, and writing for seven years. She works in industry now, but enjoys working with young people on their writing and value definition.
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