Allison Wignall

Allison is the Editor & Content Manager of College Raptor. In addition to writing and editing posts, she also works on marketing and special projects. She graduated from the University of Iowa with a degree in English: Creative Writing.
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majors & industries

The Difference between Liberal Arts and the Humanities

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
There is a bit of confusion when it comes to Liberal Arts and the Humanities. Sometimes they are used interchangeably, but that has led to misunderstanding and poor representation of what they are. So we’re going to break down the differences between these two types of study. The Humanities First off, the Humanities are a …
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scholarships

4 Scholarships for Communications Majors

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
Communication makes the world go round. This highly diverse field of study can apply to any number of careers, companies, interests, and causes. Effectively communicating is the key to success, and nobody does it better than Communications majors. It also spans various mediums including print, digital, television, radio, and more. If you’re a Communications major …
Here are inspirational quotes about education
tips tools & advice

Inspirational Quotes about Education

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
These are the inspirational quotes about education to save for when you need some extra motivation. You can pin these wise words above your desk, make them your desktop background, or write them over and over again in your notes. Both high school and college are challenging points in our lives, and sometimes they can …
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scholarships

5 Scholarships for Students in Kentucky

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
Kentucky’s nickname, “Bluegrass State,” comes from its rich soil and unique bluegrass found all over its pastures. The 15th state to join the Union, Kentucky is a place all its own. It is famous for the Kentucky Derby, Mammoth Cave National Park, and bluegrass music. If you are college-bound and call Kentucky home, take a …
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student life

7 of the Weirdest College Mascots

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
On campus, mascots are legends. They serve as the icon for school athletics, symbols of the community, and a rallying figure for all students. Enthusiastic and filled with energy, mascots hype up any crowd and gets everyone involved in the excitement. Most college mascots aim to intimidate the other team as much as to stoke …
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myths

Myth: My College Preparation Starts Senior Year of High School

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
Nope. The college preparation process starts the moment you enter high school as a freshman. From that point on, each grade and test score really matter, as do the specific classes you take and extracurriculars you participate in. Start Planning Early This isn’t said to overwhelm you, but rather prepare you so you can make informed …
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scholarships

4 Scholarships for Students in New Hampshire

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
Despite the many scholarships available to students, it can be hard to find the perfect scholarship for you. Sometimes the scholarships that seem perfect have that one requirement that you can’t meet. Other times, the perfect scholarship has so many requirements that students get discouraged. However, College Raptor’s many articles attempt to assist students in …
Writing college admission essays can be tricky
college applications

Do’s and Don’ts: Writing College Admission Essays

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
In the midst of worrying about GPAs, test scores, academic rigor, and completing requirements, it might be easy to gloss over another important element of the college application process: the admission essays. For some the essay is a welcome relief from all the data crunching, for others, it is dreaded. As part of our ongoing …

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