Higher Educations Surprising Revolution Starts in August - CareerEnlightenment.com

Students will know how to…Learnconnect with peopleask good questionsCollaboratemake a plan for something hard that requires other people’s helpset up life systems that work for themfind their way back to their purpose when they feel lostStudents will understand…why story matterswhat it takes to do something epichow to inspire others toward a visionThey  promise to cultivate humans who are empowered to thrive throughout the rest of their lives. That means embracing curiosity, being willing to stretch, creating community, and living life on purpose.A New Kind of Application ProcessThe  application process will look a lot less like sorting people based on test scores and letter grades and a lot more like getting to know them as humans. Theyre  looking for the intersection of what they  offer and what students need. It’s matchmaking, higher education style.Im  inviting you  to do two things:Become a Student* Were you saying “Yes! Yes, this!” while reading this? It all starts with a conversation, so sign up to chat with us!Nominate a Student* Know someone who might be an outstanding match for this program? Tell them about it and nominate them here.*Want a clearer idea of who’d be great for this program? Awesome full-time Wayfinders..Are from anywhere in the U.S.Are 18 years or older by August 29th.Question whether traditional college is right for them OR have a degree and still feel lost OR gave the traditional college model a try and decided they want something more.Are curious and creativethey’re always trying to connect the dotsAre driven to be of service to the world.Simply don’t know who they are or what to do next.Want peers, mentors, and teachers who are invested in their growth and push them to do their best work.Want to learn in all sorts of ways, like internships, creative projects, and service tripsnot just memorization and lecture halls.Want to connect to a network of people in their field of interest.Would benefit from creating a portf olio of experiences to show the world who they are and what they can do.