<p>My kids have decided that I must attend an in-state party. How unreasonable is that. They say that I must not spend their college saving on such an absurd desire as going out of state for something like a party. They also say they don’t want me so far away (until they’re ready to go away, and then they want to be as far away as possible… Is that not unfair???).</p>
<p>I’ve tried to tell them that the smaller, private parties might be able to give me a merit scholarship (as a matter of fact, I’ve already got one offer from SBmom). But they won’t even listen to me!</p>
<p>You need to have a calm discussion with them. If you shout and lose your temper, they will resist letting you go out-of-state even more. Is it possible that this is not just a money issue? Maybe they don’t want to let you go because they feel that you are not ready to attend such a far away, hoppin’ party alone. Can you compromise?</p>
<p>Hmm… I don’t know, mardad. But if it is true, does that mean that living more than 200 miles from the party is a hook;)?</p>
<p>Could my URM status be my hook? I am much younger than most on this thread, I live in the midatlantic, and I am half a tradicional URM. Therefore, my attendance could bring geographic, racial and age group diversity!</p>
<p>You may have an advantage in admission to our party via your excellent skills in text messaging/decoding linguistics, your highly developed ability to interpret the precise meaning of multitude uses of the terms “whatever” and “hooked up,” your superior ability to wear midriff-baring tops-- all badly needed demographic balance provided by your age.</p>
<p>SBmom:
omg, whatev!im 2 kool 4 ur parT.tonite ill b at a rockn parT of my On.mI frends will ?^ Nd shO there midrifs.u r 2 skware 4 me 2 tock 2 u moor.brb.g2g.ttyl.</p>
<p>yemaya - the only thing I would recommend is that you do at least one RedCarpetPrep course to help you in your weak area. You can probably do this on your own with extensive TV watching. Fortunately, the season is coming up for Oscars. If you will watch or TiVO just a few shows on E!, MTV…, you are bound to be able to answer any multiple choice questions regarding “Who” are you wearing? You may even be able to write an essay on the topic.</p>
<p>Hint: Red Carpet celebs do not rent their tuxes nor buy their frocks at Target/OldNavy/Loehman’s/WalMart. It is very important to the viewing audience to have as many specifics as possible about the outfits they cannot afford themselves and would not have anyplace to wear even if they had the $$.</p>
<p>The Target/Old Navy/Loehman’s/WalMart should not be a problem. The main issue will be finding something that’s appropriate to wear that was not made in sweatshops (I admit it, I am a kook)!</p>
<p>People, people. You are all taking this party admissions thing way too seriously. It will not be the end of the world if you do not get into the party of your choice. And, remember, you can always transfer to a different party later if necessary.</p>
<p>I have already discussed my party admissions chances with my family and they agree that I could go to an out of state party if I can’t find what I am looking for closer to home. In fact, they were very enthusiastic about the thought of my going to a party that is far away if it means they will no longer have to listen to me discuss colleges or college admissions. My husand has already set up a Party 501 Account in my name to save for this.</p>
<p>Yemaya, I will gladly write you a letter of recommendation. As a “senior member” with extremely high posting stats, I am positive that my recommendation will get you into the prestige party of your dreams. If not, just remember there are other parties out there where you can be just as happy. You can always go to a prestige party for graduate school. </p>
<p>In the meantime, concentrate on getting your posting stats up. For the type of parties you are aiming at, you’ll need to get your stats above 1600 like me.</p>
<p>I will never get my stats that high, but I try to look on the bright side. If I remain a “junior” member maybe it will blunt some of the effects of the “when did you know you were getting old?” thread.</p>
<p>This is yemayo13.
Alright, I admit that a was trying to sabotage yemaya13’s chances at the party. I am still the evil twin, but I would like to change my ways. Are there any good parties that don’t take freshman stats into consideration?</p>
<p>Well, you could always look into going to a community party for a year or two and then transferring after you prove you can keep your stats up. I know community parties are often put down here on CC but there are many successful people in the world who started out at a community party so don’t overlook them totally. Dig - Didn’t you attend a community party once upon a time?</p>
<p>Yes, but what about Aunt Gladys (see post 48 in which I was posing as yemaya13)? I’m trying to become less evil, but prestige is still the most important thing to me! If yemaya13 gets into this competitive party and I end up in a community party because of this thread, everyone will be disappointed in me!
~yemayo13</p>
<p>I m riting this to the parents board becuz I hav heard that youse guys really really give good advice. I tried posting this on the Admissions Board but nobody answered me, even after a couple of bumps. </p>
<p>Anyway, we just saw an announcement that there’s going to be a PTCL (Parties That Change Lives) “fair” in a city only about 4 hours drive from here. We are kinda busy filling out college forms, Profiles, FAFSA forms and etc. and looking at EFCs but I’m wondering if it would be a good use of time to drive that far just to see some PTCL reps. </p>
<p>So whaddya think, parents? Should we go or stay home and do something more productive? And if we go, how should we use our time best? Could someone recommend some good source material on the different PTCLs that we could read through before going? Would it be better to try to get one or two PTCL reps aside for some detailed discussions about the pros and cons of the different parties, what kind of people they are looking for as “good fits”, or would it be better to try to see as many reps as possible considering the time available, so as to make as many good impressions as we can?</p>
<p>Do any of you parents know whether the reps that are sent to those fairs really have anything to do with the Party Adcoms? Do they really have nuch input into the admissions process? Or are they just sent to the fairs to make sure that the Party is represented?</p>
<p>We really could use your help cuz the PTCL fair is tomorrow, and they won’t be coming here again for another three years! If we don’t go now, I’ll never make the right contacts in time!</p>
<p>Dadofsam, There are many ways to demonstrate interest to a party besides attending a PTCL fair. Only you and your family can decide if it is worth the time and money to attend. If you do, here are a few party visiting tips that might help you make the best use of your time:</p>
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<li><p>Be sure to eat with some of the partiers. Don’t be shy about asking them questions about the average party size, after party job prospects, and life at the party in general. </p></li>
<li><p>Try to arrange an overnight party if possible. This is the best way to see if a party is the right one for you. Some parties will not let you stay overnight until your senior year but many will let you stay overnight sooner, especially if you have some special talent they are recruiting.</p></li>
<li><p>Pay close attention to the overall feel of the party - do you feel comfortable or do you feel like you are lost in the crowd? Some people prefer larger parties, some like smaller parties — with a few party visits under your belt you should start to get a feel for which you prefer.</p></li>
<li><p>Always write a thank you note to the party representative after your visit. Keep in touch by asking questions about future party events, party attendees, and even your chances of admission. This will go a long way to demonstrate interest in the party, and studies have shown that parties are increasingly considering demonstrated interest in their admissions proceedures.</p></li>
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<p>I m so xcited bcuz I received this ltr today. Well, actually, it was a color brochure showing people having all kinds of fun at the par-T. Some were in the swimming pool, some were eating nachos, etc. The ltter told me to “picture myself” there.</p>
<p>Oh! And it was a California par-T, too! I think those are the prestige ones!</p>
<p>I don’t yet have the prestigious parcom designation from the Powers That Be at CC, but please let me add a good word here about myself and my fellow party hosts. Being the host of a prestige California party (WITH hot tub, I might add!), I know you’ve all been very curious about what you can do to improve your chances: I’m sure that sending supplemental material at this late date may have crossed your mind, and some of you certainly do have better “hooks” than others. Some of us were out skiing for the past few days and had no idea that you’d gone about submitting your essays and party applications in our absence, er, I mean, we have been working very hard in the parcom rooms, carefully and holistically reviewing all your wonderful and carefully crafted applications. I have to tell you, we could <em>easily</em> fill two or three entire parties with top candidates like you, and it pains us to turn down even one qualified and excellent candidate. There are so many deserving applicants, and I have just been stunned at what you’re offering to do to attend a prestige party like mine. </p>
<p>Therefore let me unequivocally state for the record something you’ve all been hoping to hear: my particular party will not turn away any qualified applicant! You are ALL IN !! Welcome to the party class of the summer of 2005! You all richly deserve the fun of a California party this summer, so send in your acceptance cards ASAP.</p>
<p>We will still gladly accept all donations offered in the ED round, by the way.</p>
<p>Is anyone beginning to worry that maybe mootmom’s party is not so prestigiuos after all? I mean shee just said that ANYbody can get in???</p>
<p>Does anyone know how her party is rated? I know digi’s ratings are not out yet (he actually wants to wait until he has data to do his ratings :rolleyes: ). But has anyone seen how mootmom rates in USParty&World Rept?</p>
<p>I mean, I’ve always kinda liked mootmom and feel her party culd be a good “fit” for me. But, really, ANYbody?? :eek:</p>
