Appendix B

Words of Wisdom from a High School Student, a College Admissions Ofcer, and a College Student

ouve almost nished this book. You should now understand the power of words and why enhancing vocabulary and cultural literacy can have a positive impact on your academic, social, and personal success. Youve reviewed the denitions of more than 1,000 words, and youve learned where a number of them originated. Justin, a high school student, and Jordan, a college student, helped determine what words and phrases would be included in this book. In the sections that follow, these two young peoplealong with Joseph Lanning, an Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions at the University of Rochesteroer words to consider when seeking success in high school, during the college admissions process, while at college, and throughout the rest of your life.