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Vanessa Garrido

College Admissions Consultant

She/Her/Hers

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Reed College

Bachelor of Arts, Anthropology

Hunter College, City University of New York

Master of Science, Adolescent Special Education

Vanessa has worked in admission and education for the entirety of her career. She began as an assistant dean of admission at Reed College, her alma mater, where she recruited students from Hawaii, New York, and other states in the Mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. Vanessa later became Director of Multicultural Recruitment at Reed and led the college’s recruitment efforts for students of color. She went on to become a New York City Teaching Fellow, teaching  English and special education courses and supporting the college counseling staff in high schools in the Bronx and Brooklyn. She then moved to Walla Walla, WA, where she taught at an alternative school, helping students complete their high school requirements and explore their options for college or various vocations. Most recently, Vanessa worked as an independent counselor and tutor, supporting students in their unique educational paths. She holds a BA in anthropology from Reed College and an MS in adolescent special education from Hunter College (CUNY).

Featured Blogs from Vanessa

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COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

Post-High-School Planning Resources for Autistic Students

students with disabilities collaborating
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

Tips on the College Search Process for Students with Disabilities

tiles on black surface reading mental health matters
COLLEGE ESSAYS

Writing College Essays about Mental Health in the Context of the Pandemic

All Blogs from Vanessa

three college students jumping for joy outside in the snow
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

Post-High-School Planning Resources for Autistic Students

Students with autism spectrum disorder have multiple post-secondary pathways to consider. In this post, we share resources and programs geared toward these students and their families.

Posted on May 2nd, 2023
students with disabilities collaborating
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

Tips on the College Search Process for Students with Disabilities

Here are our top tips, resources and a to-do list to help guide students with disabilities as they begin the college search process.

Posted on December 6th, 2022
tiles on black surface reading mental health matters
COLLEGE ESSAYS

Writing College Essays about Mental Health in the Context of the Pandemic

If you’re considering writing your college essay about mental health challenges, it’s important to reflect on your progress before putting pen to paper.

Posted on July 7th, 2022
spotlight on the california state university system
CHOOSING THE RIGHT COLLEGE

Spotlight on the California State University System

With the increasing unpredictability of University of California admissions, it’s time to take a look at the strong programs offered by the Cal State system.

Posted on April 12th, 2022
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