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Karen Richardson

New Dean, New Jersey Native, New to Blogging

Though my college search experience was longer ago than I’d like to admit, the feelings (anxiety, anticipation, excitement) are all the same as the readers of this blog (yes, parents/grandparents/guardians, that includes YOU!) I’m a first gen kid from a small town in New Jersey with an incredible family who encouraged me. I went away to college and had a transformative experience – one that pushed me to center my career in education. Through my work experiences in the Boston Public Schools and here at Tufts, I’ve found that I enjoy helping make this college admissions experience less scary and more transparent for students and their families. So, let’s get this thing started!

Recent Articles
Oct 16

A Return to Travel Season

It’s 6:30 a.m., and I’m sitting in a Starbucks outside of Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania. It’s late October, but before the official clock change that…

Aug 31

Welcome to the Class of 2022!

On Matriculation Day for the Class of 2022, Dean of Admissions Karen Richardson welcomed new students to the campus community. Congratulations to the…

Mar 26

Soon

It’s been a long winter, AND a long admissions season. From meeting many of you at high school visits way back in September, to REALLY getting to know…

Feb 23

A Statement on Engaging in Peaceful Protests

Applying to college—and waiting for responses—can be a daunting process, one that surfaces fears and insecurities in most students. You worry about grades…

Dec 22

The First Members of 2022

Last Friday, we offered spaces to the first members of the Class of 2022. And what a great group they are! Representing 36 states, the District of Columbia…

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