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Why I Never Write Essays for Students — But How I Ensure Their Authentic Voice Shines

By Dot Kowal | September 15, 2025

Because what matters most isn’t polish — it’s authenticity, honesty, and voice. Every year, as college application season ramps up, I hear a version of the same request: “Can you just tell my student what to write about?” or “Can you really tighten up their draft for them?” It’s an understandable instinct. The stakes feel impossibly high, the…

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