Smarter College Research
July 27, 2025
Can a college search using data be better?
Guest/Host
Louis Newman, Author, Coach and Speaker, info@thinkingcritically.us
Cyndy McDonald, The College Counselor's Coach, cyndy@cyndymcdonald.com
Show Notes
Show notes from the conversation about reliable and in depth college research sources.
Research Resources
These resources were featured in the Friday Forum discussion, highlighted by Louis Newman.
- National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE)
- NSSE Digital Pocket Guide
- Higher Education Research Institute (HERI) faculty survey
Resources from Louis Newman
College Success Author
A best-selling book written for students.
- Thinking Critically in College: The Essential Handbook for Student Success (Radius Book Group)
College Success Videos
Subscribe to Louis' YouTube channel, featuring college success coaching videos.
- Louis Newman Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LouisNewman-g7p
College Success Resources
Contact Louis Newman at
Thinking Critically to learn more about resources and collaboration with college counselors.
- College Launchpad: College Readiness Survey and Transition Plan
- Ready, Set, Think: College Prep Bootcamp
- Top 10 Tips for College Success.
- What You Need to Know Before You Choose a College.