by Carissa Willcoxon | Sep 28, 2023 | A Sharpe Insight
You know how when you do things over and over again – like driving to the grocery store or collecting the mail – you don’t remember parts of them? It’s easy to get lost in our thoughts. Today, while doing a mundane task (taking out the trash), I was in my...
by Carissa Willcoxon | Sep 12, 2023 | Educational Resources, ScholarUp
National College Access Network (NCAN) is hosting informational webinars to help students prepare for the 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (aka the Better FAFSA), which is set to open in December 2023. Each two-hour webinar is free but will cover the...
by Carissa Willcoxon | Sep 12, 2023 | Scholarships, ScholarUp
The 2024-25 Stantec Equity & Diversity Scholarship application is now open! Stantec is now accepting applications for the fourth round of their Equity & Diversity Scholarship, a program launched in 2021 to support the next generation of industry leaders and...
by Carissa Willcoxon | Sep 12, 2023 | Educational Resources, ScholarUp
For tips and strategies to help you succeed in and out of the classroom, check out The College Success Guide: Your guide to navigating college, conquering obstacles, and thriving. This new book by Georgia Tech grad student Devesh Dalmian tackles topics like...
by Carissa Willcoxon | Aug 25, 2023 | A Sharpe Insight
In a recent business meeting we were asked to reflect on lessons we learned early in our careers, but with a bit of a twist: What did you learn to do more of and what did you learn to avoid or do less of? A memory I had not thought of in years came flooding back. It...
by Carissa Willcoxon | Aug 21, 2023 | Latest News, Press Release
International Scholarship and Tuition Services, Inc. (ISTS) has named Friends of MACC and Nashville Diaper Connection recipients of the 2023 Starfish Campaign awards, the company’s annual giving initiative. In selecting these organizations as recipients, ISTS...
by Carissa Willcoxon | Jul 19, 2023 | Employee Spotlight
“I discovered that I could combine my two skill sets – helping people achieve their dreams and new technologies – into one meaningful career.” Prior to joining ISTS in 2015, my career history bounced between technology and financial aid (higher ed)....
by Carissa Willcoxon | Jun 27, 2023 | A Sharpe Insight
Thanks to a couple of team member’s ideas, we recently held a “yoga in the park” event and met for a volunteer activity at a local lake to haul and spread mulch on the paths. During our yoga session, we got a unique perspective, laying on our backs and seeing the...
by Carissa Willcoxon | May 24, 2023 | A Sharpe Insight
At a recent board meeting of a not-for-profit, we discussed privilege, luck and fortune. I was reminded of a video I’ve seen where the players on a high school football team were lined up on the goal line when their coach prompted: “Move to the 10-yard line if you...
by Carissa Willcoxon | May 1, 2023 | Employee Spotlight
“I believe in the power of higher education to not only further our careers, but to make us better people.” I joined the company in 2022, excited to work in a field that was making higher education more accessible. College and graduate school...
