RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_a5ebbc24-ec42-45b3-9c8e-a7143742c48f -- Rendered At Sun, 05 Apr 2026 13:50:42 +0000 Admissions Office Canada https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/ en-US All rights reserved. Presented by Options Solutions Melinda Giampietro *About the Podcast:* Join Melinda Giampietro, founder of Options Solutions ( https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/ ) - Canada’s premier educational consulting company - in her new podcast *Admissions Office Canada: Presented by Options Solutions*. She will explore everything parents and students need to know about the Canadian post-secondary school application and admission process. Tapping into the expertise of a curated roster of guests, Admissions Office Canada offers parents and students unprecedented insight directly from the sources. These candid conversations allow families access to the people who make decisions, determine the rankings, teach the classes, and know the post-secondary world intimately from the inside. Semester One of Admissions Office Canada features lively discussions with guests from all areas of post-secondary education, including admissions officers, education insiders, data specialists, university professors, and faculty members. Melinda tackles a diverse range of topics *,* including: how admissions decisions are made, what faculties are the most in-demand, and how students can rise to the top of the admissions pile. Admissions Office Canada is the ultimate accessible resource for those embarking on their post-secondary journey. Let’s get you in. a5ebbc24-ec42-45b3-9c8e-a7143742c48f About the Podcast:

Join Melinda Giampietro, founder of Options Solutions - Canada’s premier educational consulting company - in her new podcast Admissions Office Canada: Presented by Options Solutions. She will explore everything parents and students need to know about the Canadian post-secondary school application and admission process. Tapping into the expertise of a curated roster of guests, Admissions Office Canada offers parents and students unprecedented insight directly from the sources. These candid conversations allow families access to the people who make decisions, determine the rankings, teach the classes, and know the post-secondary world intimately from the inside. 

Semester One of Admissions Office Canada features lively discussions with guests from all areas of post-secondary education, including admissions officers, education insiders, data specialists, university professors, and faculty members. Melinda tackles a diverse range of topics, including: how admissions decisions are made, what faculties are the most in-demand, and how students can rise to the top of the admissions pile. 

Admissions Office Canada is the ultimate accessible resource for those embarking on their post-secondary journey.

Let’s get you in.

]]> episodic yes Melinda Giampietro melinda@optionssolutionsed.com no full 10. What to Know About Current Headlines and Trends in Canadian Post-secondary Admissions 10. What to Know About Current Headlines and Trends in Canadian Post-secondary Admissions 1 Melinda Giampietro Join Melinda as she talks to Ken Steele, Canada’s best-known education futurist, to end Semester One. Ken is the leader of Eduvation Circles and the source of breaking news, bright ideas, and thoughtful insight into everything related to Canadian post-secondary education.

Together, Melinda and Ken discuss current issues in education and debate where higher education and careers in Canada are going over the next decade and beyond. This insightful, unique, and accessible conversation will help families think about post-secondary education and future industries in new ways, allowing them access to multiple sources and the latest data. 


Guest

Ken Steele, the leader of Eduvation Circles which provides real-time news, resources and livestreams, is Canada’s best-known higher education futurist, speaker, facilitator, and consultant in branding, marketing, and innovation.


Links

www.eduvation.ca

circles.eduvation.ca

tenwithken.com.

]]> <p>Join Melinda as she talks to Ken Steele, Canada’s best-known education futurist, to end Semester One. Ken is the leader of <a href="http://circles.eduvation.ca/" rel="nofollow"><em>Eduvation Circles</em></a> and the source of breaking news, bright ideas, and thoughtful insight into everything related to Canadian post-secondary education. </p><p>Together, Melinda and Ken discuss current issues in education and debate where higher education and careers in Canada are going over the next decade and beyond. This insightful, unique, and accessible conversation will help families think about post-secondary education and future industries in new ways, allowing them access to multiple sources and the latest data. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>Guest</em></strong></p><p>Ken Steele, the leader of Eduvation Circles which provides real-time news, resources and livestreams, is Canada’s best-known higher education futurist, speaker, facilitator, and consultant in branding, marketing, and innovation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>Links</em></strong></p><p><a href="http://www.eduvation.ca" rel="nofollow"><em>www.eduvation.ca</em></a></p><p><a href="http://circles.eduvation.ca" rel="nofollow"><em>circles.eduvation.ca</em></a></p><p><a href="http://tenwithken.com" rel="nofollow"><em>tenwithken.com</em></a><em>.</em></p> f7f240e9-1b4c-4cbc-8bc0-c1bbdb454088 https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/ Tue, 24 Dec 2024 14:00:00 +0000 2752 no full 9. What to Know About Choosing a Science Undergraduate Program in Canada 9. What to Know About Choosing a Science Undergraduate Program in Canada 9 1 Melinda Giampietro This episode explores all topics science for students and families to consider when choosing a post-secondary program. Join representatives from the University of British Columbia, the University of Western Ontario, and Concordia University to learn about different science faculties. This detailed and insider conversation explores practical topics such as how high school students can prepare to study science, whether students should take their AP/IB credits in university, and the importance of co-op for science students. It also delves into why everyone is talking about data science right now, and it offers a glimpse into a day in the life of a science student to help listeners get excited about their post-secondary studies. 


Guests

James Charbonneau, Associate Professor of Teaching in the Department of Physics and Astronomy and the Associate Dean, Students for the Faculty of Science at the University of British Columbia

Felix Lee, Teaching faculty member in the Department of Chemistry and the Director of Integrated Science at the University of Western Ontario

Kate Halliday, Student Recruitment Officer at Concordia University.



Links

www.concordia.ca/future-students

www.concordia.ca/virtualevents

https://science.ubc.ca

https://science.ubc.ca/faculty/profile

https://sciencecoop.ubc.ca  

https://science.ubc.ca/future

https://www.uwo.ca/sci/index.html

https://uwo.ca/sci/wisc/index.html

https://www.uwo.ca/sci/undergraduate/careers_and_internships/science_internship_program/index.html


]]> <p><span>This episode explores all topics science for students and families to consider when choosing a post-secondary program. Join representatives from the University of British Columbia, the University of Western Ontario, and Concordia University to learn about different science faculties. This detailed and insider conversation explores practical topics such as how high school students can prepare to study science, whether students should take their AP/IB credits in university, and the importance of co-op for science students. It also delves into why everyone is talking about data science right now, and it offers a glimpse into a day in the life of a science student to help listeners get excited about their post-secondary studies. </span></p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>Guests</em></strong></p><p><span>James Charbonneau, Associate Professor of Teaching in the Department of Physics and Astronomy and the Associate Dean, Students for the Faculty of Science at the University of British Columbia</span></p><p><span>Felix Lee, Teaching faculty member in the Department of Chemistry and the Director of Integrated Science at the University of Western Ontario</span></p><p><span>Kate Halliday, Student Recruitment Officer at Concordia University.</span></p><p><span><span></span></span></p><p><strong><em>Links</em></strong></p><p><a href="http://www.concordia.ca/future-students" rel="nofollow">www.concordia.ca/future-students</a></p><p><a href="http://www.concordia.ca/virtualevents" rel="nofollow">www.concordia.ca/virtualevents</a></p><p><a href="https://science.ubc.ca" rel="nofollow">https://science.ubc.ca</a></p><p><a href="https://science.ubc.ca/faculty/profile" rel="nofollow">https://science.ubc.ca/faculty/profile</a></p><p><a href="https://sciencecoop.ubc.ca" rel="nofollow">https://sciencecoop.ubc.ca</a><span>  </span></p><p><a href="https://science.ubc.ca/future" rel="nofollow">https://science.ubc.ca/future</a></p><p><a href="https://www.uwo.ca/sci/index.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.uwo.ca/sci/index.html</a></p><p><a href="https://uwo.ca/sci/wisc/index.html" rel="nofollow">https://uwo.ca/sci/wisc/index.html</a></p><p><a href="https://www.uwo.ca/sci/undergraduate/careers_and_internships/science_internship_program/index.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.uwo.ca/sci/undergraduate/careers_and_internships/science_internship_program/index.html</a></p><p><br></p> 79035569-3e0f-4a86-af92-94247c182da9 https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/ Tue, 17 Dec 2024 14:00:00 +0000 3809 no full 8. What to Know About Choosing a Business Undergraduate Program in Canada 8. What to Know About Choosing a Business Undergraduate Program in Canada 1 Melinda Giampietro Get the inside scoop directly from three of Canada’s top business schools. This power-hour highlights what truly matters when choosing a commerce undergraduate school and the hidden opportunities that exist there. We also cover the full scope of a business education: from how to prepare in high school to what to consider in a business program to launch a successful career. Most importantly, we explore how to get in and where business education is going in the future.


Guests

Matthew Pizutti, Associate Director, HBA Recruitment at the Ivey Business School

James Moore, Associate Professor and the BBA Director at the Lazaridis School of Business and Economics at Wilfrid Laurier University

Vurain Tabvuma, Professor and BComm Program Coordinator in the Sobey School of Business at Saint Mary’s University 


Links

https://www.ivey.uwo.ca/hba/admissions/secondary-school-students/

https://students.wlu.ca/programs/lazaridis-school/business/undergraduate-programs/index.html

https://www.smu.ca/sobey/

https://www.smu.ca/future-students/bcomm-programs/

https://www.smu.ca/researchers/sobey/profiles/vurain-tabvuma.html

]]> <p>Get the inside scoop directly from three of Canada’s top business schools. This power-hour highlights what truly matters when choosing a commerce undergraduate school and the hidden opportunities that exist there. We also cover the full scope of a business education: from how to prepare in high school to what to consider in a business program to launch a successful career. Most importantly, we explore how to get in and where business education is going in the future.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>Guests</em></strong></p><p>Matthew Pizutti, Associate Director, HBA Recruitment at the Ivey Business School</p><p>James Moore, Associate Professor and the BBA Director at the Lazaridis School of Business and Economics at Wilfrid Laurier University</p><p>Vurain Tabvuma, Professor and BComm Program Coordinator in the Sobey School of Business at Saint Mary’s University </p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>Links</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://www.ivey.uwo.ca/hba/admissions/secondary-school-students/" rel="nofollow">https://www.ivey.uwo.ca/hba/admissions/secondary-school-students/</a></p><p><a href="https://students.wlu.ca/programs/lazaridis-school/business/undergraduate-programs/index.html" rel="nofollow">https://students.wlu.ca/programs/lazaridis-school/business/undergraduate-programs/index.html</a></p><p><a href="https://www.smu.ca/sobey/" rel="nofollow">https://www.smu.ca/sobey/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.smu.ca/future-students/bcomm-programs/" rel="nofollow">https://www.smu.ca/future-students/bcomm-programs/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.smu.ca/researchers/sobey/profiles/vurain-tabvuma.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.smu.ca/researchers/sobey/profiles/vurain-tabvuma.html</a></p> 78879af2-be0e-4f2f-85c1-eb0e67d9599d https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/ Tue, 10 Dec 2024 14:00:00 +0000 3234 no full 7. What to Know About Choosing a Smaller Undergraduate Institution in Canada 7. What to Know About Choosing a Smaller Undergraduate Institution in Canada 1 Melinda Giampietro Ever wondered what it would be like to attend a small liberal arts and science university in Canada? This episode is for you. By talking with admission folks at three of Canada’s most respected small schools, Melinda discusses the benefits of small universities that have big resources and what academic and career supports exist on these campuses. There is also an in-depth discussion on the benefits of studying science in a smaller environment. Learn about everything Canada’s small universities have to offer and why they might be right for you! 


Guests

Doug McCooey, Associate Registrar – Admissions, Bishop’s University

Curtis Michaelis, Interim Director Recruitment Admissions & Awards,  Mount Allison University

Josh Young, Recruitment and Admissions Officer, University of King’s College


Links

https://ukings.ca/future-students/

https://ukings.ca/admissions/campus-tours-recruitment/

https://www.ubishops.ca/

https://mta.ca/

https://www.instagram.com/mountallison/

https://www.youtube.com/mountallison

]]> <p><span>Ever wondered what it would be like to attend a small liberal arts and science university in Canada? This episode is for you. By talking with admission folks at three of Canada’s most respected small schools, Melinda discusses the benefits of small universities that have big resources and what academic and career supports exist on these campuses. There is also an in-depth discussion on the benefits of studying science in a smaller environment. Learn about everything Canada’s small universities have to offer and why they might be right for you! </span></p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>Guests</em></strong></p><p><span>Doug McCooey,</span> Associate Registrar – Admissions,<span> </span><span>Bishop’s University</span></p><p><span>Curtis Michaelis, Interim Director Recruitment Admissions &amp; Awards,  Mount Allison University</span></p><p><span>Josh Young, Recruitment and Admissions Officer, University of King’s College</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>Links</em></strong></p><p><a href="https://ukings.ca/future-students/" rel="nofollow">https://ukings.ca/future-students/</a></p><p><a href="https://ukings.ca/admissions/campus-tours-recruitment/" rel="nofollow">https://ukings.ca/admissions/campus-tours-recruitment/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.ubishops.ca/" rel="nofollow">https://www.ubishops.ca/</a></p><p><a href="https://mta.ca/" rel="nofollow">https://mta.ca/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mountallison/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/mountallison/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/mountallison" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/mountallison</a></p> 9fdfec7e-123f-44a0-8d23-6abc8ffaa8ef https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/ Tue, 03 Dec 2024 14:00:00 +0000 3206 no full 6. What to Know About Choosing an Arts Undergraduate Program in Canada 6. What to Know About Choosing an Arts Undergraduate Program in Canada 1 Melinda Giampietro In this episode, Melinda has a laughter filled chat with Carleton University, Acadia University, and St. Jerome’s University (federated with the University of Waterloo). Join us as the panel shares their experiences as both Arts faculty graduates and now Arts faculty recruiters. This discussion explores Arts degrees in a fresh and significant way to help students and families gain a better understanding of the value of a degree in the Arts, what skills are gained when pursuing a degree in the Arts, how to customize an Arts degree, and how an Arts degree leads to gainful and rewarding employment.


Guests

Stenley Phillipe, EDI, Outreach and Recruitment Officer at Carleton University

Serena Catania, University Registrar at St. Jerome’s University.

Sierra Pineo, Team Lead and an Enrolment Advisor at Acadia University


Links

www.sju.ca

@stjeromesuni on Instagram

St. Jerome’s digital viewbook: here

https://admissions.carleton.ca/the-talking-raven-podcast/

https://www.instagram.com/carleton_future/?hl=en

https://www2.acadiau.ca/admissions.html 

https://arts.acadiau.ca/welcome.html 

https://www2.acadiau.ca/about-acadia/viewbook.html 


]]> <p>In this episode, Melinda has a laughter filled chat with Carleton University, Acadia University, and St. Jerome’s University (federated with the University of Waterloo). Join us as the panel shares their experiences as both Arts faculty graduates and now Arts faculty recruiters. This discussion explores Arts degrees in a fresh and significant way to help students and families gain a better understanding of the value of a degree in the Arts, what skills are gained when pursuing a degree in the Arts, how to customize an Arts degree, and how an Arts degree leads to gainful and rewarding employment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>Guests</em></strong></p><p>Stenley Phillipe, EDI, Outreach and Recruitment Officer at Carleton University</p><p>Serena Catania, University Registrar at St. Jerome’s University.</p><p>Sierra Pineo, Team Lead and an Enrolment Advisor at Acadia University</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>Links</em></strong></p><p><a href="http://www.sju.ca/" rel="nofollow">www.sju.ca</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/stjeromesuni/?hl=en" rel="nofollow">@stjeromesuni on Instagram</a></p><p>St. Jerome’s digital viewbook:<a href="https://www.flipsnack.com/FAD897AA9F7/sju-viewbook-2025/full-view.html" rel="nofollow"> here</a></p><p><a href="https://admissions.carleton.ca/the-talking-raven-podcast/" rel="nofollow">https://admissions.carleton.ca/the-talking-raven-podcast/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/carleton_future/?hl=en" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/carleton_future/?hl=en</a></p><p><a href="https://www2.acadiau.ca/admissions.html" rel="nofollow"><em>https://www2.acadiau.ca/admissions.html</em></a><em> </em></p><p><a href="https://arts.acadiau.ca/welcome.html" rel="nofollow"><em>https://arts.acadiau.ca/welcome.html</em></a><em> </em></p><p><a href="https://www2.acadiau.ca/about-acadia/viewbook.html" rel="nofollow"><em>https://www2.acadiau.ca/about-acadia/viewbook.html</em></a><em> </em></p><p><br></p> f312e462-d581-40fd-88e3-8578162d48d6 https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/ Tue, 26 Nov 2024 16:30:00 +0000 3546 no full 5. What to Know About Choosing an Engineering Undergraduate Program in Canada 5. What to Know About Choosing an Engineering Undergraduate Program in Canada 1 Melinda Giampietro Join Melinda as she talks all things Engineering with McMaster University, the University of Calgary, and the University of Victoria. Listen as the conversation explores how different institutions admit engineering students, how to build a unique engineering degree, and how to launch from education to career with an engineering degree. Learn what students should be thinking about when evaluating different engineering programs across Canada and hear different hints for having a successful first year. This episode is for all students and families interested in applying to engineering faculties across Canada


Guests: 

Dr. Emily Marasco is the Associate Dean - First Year Program and Associate Dean - Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility at the Schulich School of Engineering at the University of Calgary

Alejandro Torres, Recruitment Officer for the University of Victoria  engineering and computer science undergraduate programs

Jodi Buckley serves as the inaugural Black Recruitment Officer and Career Advisor for the Faculty of Engineering at McMaster University


Links: 

https://schulich.ucalgary.ca/current-students/undergraduate/schulich-studio

https://profiles.ucalgary.ca/emily-marasco

https://www.eng.mcmaster.ca/

https://www.uvic.ca/ecs/areas-of-study/index.php

 https://www.uvic.ca/coop/explore-programs/engineering/index.php

https://www.uvic.ca/undergraduate/admissions/how-to-apply/index.php?utm_campaign=ug-campaign-2024-25&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_term=0001&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI6orblMHmiQMVOwatBh0tpy32EAAYASAAEgLLRfD_BwE


]]> <p><span>Join Melinda as she talks all things Engineering with McMaster University, the University of Calgary, and the University of Victoria. Listen as the conversation explores how different institutions admit engineering students, how to build a unique engineering degree, and how to launch from education to career with an engineering degree. Learn what students should be thinking about when evaluating different engineering programs across Canada and hear different hints for having a successful first year. This episode is for all students and families interested in applying to engineering faculties across Canada</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>Guests: </em></strong></p><p><strong>Dr. Emily Marasco</strong><span> is the Associate Dean - First Year Program and Associate Dean - Equity, Diversity, Inclusion &amp; Accessibility at the Schulich School of Engineering at the University of Calgary</span></p><p><strong>Alejandro Torres</strong><span>, Recruitment Officer for the University of Victoria  engineering and computer science undergraduate programs</span></p><p><strong>Jodi Buckley </strong><span>serves as the inaugural Black Recruitment Officer and Career Advisor for the Faculty of Engineering at McMaster University</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>Links:</em></strong><span> </span></p><p><a href="https://schulich.ucalgary.ca/current-students/undergraduate/schulich-studio" rel="nofollow">https://schulich.ucalgary.ca/current-students/undergraduate/schulich-studio</a></p><p><a href="https://profiles.ucalgary.ca/emily-marasco" rel="nofollow">https://profiles.ucalgary.ca/emily-marasco</a></p><p><a href="https://www.eng.mcmaster.ca/" rel="nofollow">https://www.eng.mcmaster.ca/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.uvic.ca/ecs/areas-of-study/index.php" rel="nofollow">https://www.uvic.ca/ecs/areas-of-study/index.php</a></p><p><span> </span><a href="https://www.uvic.ca/coop/explore-programs/engineering/index.php" rel="nofollow">https://www.uvic.ca/coop/explore-programs/engineering/index.php</a></p><p><a href="https://www.uvic.ca/undergraduate/admissions/how-to-apply/index.php?gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI6orblMHmiQMVOwatBh0tpy32EAAYASAAEgLLRfD_BwE&utm_campaign=ug-campaign-2024-25&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_term=0001" rel="nofollow">https://www.uvic.ca/undergraduate/admissions/how-to-apply/index.php?utm_campaign=ug-campaign-2024-25&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_term=0001&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI6orblMHmiQMVOwatBh0tpy32EAAYASAAEgLLRfD_BwE</a></p><p><br></p> c34f7eed-c1d9-40ad-9daa-223cfd7891d0 https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/ Tue, 19 Nov 2024 14:00:00 +0000 3463 no full 4. What to Know About the Macleans Ranking and the Ultimate Guide to Canadian Universities 4. What to Know About the Macleans Ranking and the Ultimate Guide to Canadian Universities 1 Melinda Giampietro Join Melinda for unscripted conversation about the Macleans university rankings and publications and a discussion of Macleans’ pulse on educational issues. Talk with the people who track, research, and report the stories. This episode explores the history of the ranking, personal stories of how it influences students and families, and digs into its place in the post-secondary conversation. This episode also dispels myths about the rankings and where Macleans is going next. 


Guests

Claire Gagne, Director of Special Projects (oversees education portfolio), Macleans magazine

Jadine Ngan, Digital Editor, Macleans magazine

Alyanna Denise Chua, @alyannadchua, Assistant Editor (oversees back of book section), Macleans


Links

macleans.ca/education

tiktok.com/@macleans.education

https://macleans.ca/education/methodology/

]]> <p>Join Melinda for unscripted conversation about the Macleans university rankings and publications and a discussion of Macleans’ pulse on educational issues. Talk with the people who track, research, and report the stories. This episode explores the history of the ranking, personal stories of how it influences students and families, and digs into its place in the post-secondary conversation. This episode also dispels myths about the rankings and where Macleans is going next. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>Guests</em></strong></p><p>Claire Gagne, Director of Special Projects (oversees education portfolio), Macleans magazine</p><p>Jadine Ngan, Digital Editor, Macleans magazine</p><p>Alyanna Denise Chua, @alyannadchua, Assistant Editor (oversees back of book section), Macleans</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>Links</em></strong></p><p><a href="http://macleans.ca/education" rel="nofollow"><em>macleans.ca/education</em></a></p><p><a href="http://tiktok.com/@macleans.education" rel="nofollow"><em>tiktok.com/@macleans.education</em></a></p><p><a href="https://macleans.ca/education/methodology/" rel="nofollow"><em>https://macleans.ca/education/methodology/</em></a></p> cf194126-5912-4472-9350-f3123aac683b https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/ Tue, 12 Nov 2024 14:00:00 +0000 2339 no full 3. What to Know about How Admissions Decisions Are Made: An Insider’s Look (Part Two) 3. What to Know about How Admissions Decisions Are Made: An Insider’s Look (Part Two) 1 Melinda Giampietro Melinda, Candy, and Linea continue their animated conversation from episode two, digging deeper into the admission and recruitment conversation. This episode will make the admission process more transparent and more accessible for our listeners.

Guests include:

Candy Hui, Senior Associate Registrar of Undergraduate Recruitment at McMaster University

Linea Dacosta, Director of Student Recruitment at Huron University

Links for this episode:

future.mcmaster.ca

www.optionssolutionsed.com

https://huronu.ca/future-students/

]]> <p>Melinda, Candy, and Linea continue their animated conversation from episode two, digging deeper into the admission and recruitment conversation. This episode will make the admission process more transparent and more accessible for our listeners.</p><p><strong>Guests include: </strong></p><p>Candy Hui, Senior Associate Registrar of Undergraduate Recruitment at McMaster University</p><p>Linea Dacosta, Director of Student Recruitment at Huron University</p><p><strong>Links for this episode:</strong></p><p><a href="http://future.mcmaster.ca" rel="nofollow">future.mcmaster.ca</a></p><p><a href="http://www.optionssolutionsed.com" rel="nofollow">www.optionssolutionsed.com</a></p><p><a href="https://huronu.ca/future-students/" rel="nofollow">https://huronu.ca/future-students/</a></p> aa6f7c9d-611c-4e76-859d-d97579e1acc4 https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/ Tue, 05 Nov 2024 14:00:00 +0000 1760 no full 2. What to Know about How Admissions Decisions Are Made: An Insider’s Look (Part One) 2. What to Know about How Admissions Decisions Are Made: An Insider’s Look (Part One) 1 Melinda Giampietro Get a sneak peek into the admission office! Melinda, Candy, and Linea have a dynamic, fun, and insightful conversation about the differences between admission and recruitment, the nuances involved with deciding who gets in, the most competitive programs, and what really happens when a university is deciding who gets in and why. 

Guests include: 

Candy Hui, Senior Associate Registrar of Undergraduate Recruitment at McMaster University 

Linea Dacosta, Director of Student Recruitment at Huron University

Links for this episode:

future.mcmaster.ca

www.optionssolutionsed.com

https://huronu.ca/future-students/

]]> <p>Get a sneak peek into the admission office! Melinda, Candy, and Linea have a dynamic, fun, and insightful conversation about the differences between admission and recruitment, the nuances involved with deciding who gets in, the most competitive programs, and what really happens when a university is deciding who gets in and why. </p><p><strong>Guests include: </strong></p><p>Candy Hui, Senior Associate Registrar of Undergraduate Recruitment at McMaster University </p><p>Linea Dacosta, Director of Student Recruitment at Huron University</p><p><strong>Links for this episode:</strong></p><p><a href="http://future.mcmaster.ca" rel="nofollow">future.mcmaster.ca</a></p><p><a href="http://www.optionssolutionsed.com" rel="nofollow">www.optionssolutionsed.com</a></p><p><a href="https://huronu.ca/future-students/" rel="nofollow">https://huronu.ca/future-students/</a></p> bca7514e-0ab5-4cb4-8948-438e13618e62 https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/ Tue, 29 Oct 2024 13:00:00 +0000 1882 no full 1. What to Know about the Admissions Office Canada Podcast 1. What to Know about the Admissions Office Canada Podcast 1 Melinda Giampietro Welcome to Episode One!! Samantha Falk, longtime Canadian broadcast journalist and Owner of Samantha Falk Communications, interviews Melinda Giampietro, host of Admissions Office Canada. Listen in for a lively conversation about Melinda’s background, why she started the podcast, who should listen, and hints for all families navigating the post-secondary admission process.  


Guest

Samantha Falk, Longtime Canadian broadcast journalist and Owner of Samantha Falk Communications


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]]> <p>Welcome to Episode One!! Samantha Falk, longtime Canadian broadcast journalist and Owner of <a href="https://www.samfalk.com/" rel="nofollow">Samantha Falk Communications</a>, interviews Melinda Giampietro, host of Admissions Office Canada. Listen in for a lively conversation about Melinda’s background, why she started the podcast, who should listen, and hints for all families navigating the post-secondary admission process.  </p><p><br></p><p><em>Guest</em></p><p>Samantha Falk, Longtime Canadian broadcast journalist and Owner of <a href="https://www.samfalk.com/" rel="nofollow">Samantha Falk Communications</a></p><p><br></p><p><em>Links</em></p><p><a href="http://www.optionssolutionsed.com/podcast" rel="nofollow">www.optionssolutionsed.com/podcast</a></p><p><a href="https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/about-us/our-team/melinda-giampietro/" rel="nofollow">https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/about-us/our-team/melinda-giampietro/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.samfalk.com/about" rel="nofollow">https://www.samfalk.com/about</a></p> c913b7ff-a031-4ac6-88d9-d1e8dc52ce68 https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/ Tue, 22 Oct 2024 13:00:00 +0000 1902 no trailer Admissions Office Canada - Official Trailer Admissions Office Canada - Official Trailer 1 Melinda Giampietro Official trailer for Admissions Office Canada with Melinda Giampetro, presented by Options Solutions.

Look for the first episode coming late October!

]]> <p>Official trailer for <em>Admissions Office Canada</em> with Melinda Giampetro, presented by Options Solutions.</p><p>Look for the first episode coming late October!</p> 7991c75b-23a2-4afa-a4ad-1818d70ff24d https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/ Tue, 01 Oct 2024 20:00:00 +0000 57 no