David Harris
JD & MM, Willamette University BA, University of Washington
Dave Harris is the owner of Dog Star Prep, LLC™, a college and career readiness firm based in picturesque Las Cruces, New Mexico. He has over 30 years of experience in higher education having served as a college president, business dean, MBA director at the University of Utah, and an award-winning faculty member. Dave also lived in Japan for over 16 years and served as an executive at Itochu Corporation and Murata, two leading Japanese companies. His one-of-a-kind college and career readiness program, Become the Dog Star, shows students how to differentiate themselves to stand out to prospective employers and higher education institutions. Dave has a passion for enhancing student success.
Debra Sankovitz
Independent Educational Consultant
BA, Indiana University
MA, University of Colorado - Boulder
Certificate in College Counseling, University of California - Los Angeles
Eighteen years of experience as a public high school counselor has enabled Debra to develop a solid understanding of the everyday life of teens. She knows how busy students and their parents are and how confusing this complex college-related stuff can be. With her broad, student-focused background, Debra skillfully guides students in authentic essay writing and discovering colleges they are excited about. Her goal is to help students gain confidence, reduce stress, and have some fun along the way!
Jodi Walder
Founder & Owner, College Admission Coach
BA, University of California at Irvine
College Counseling Certificate, University of California at Los Angeles
Since 2005, Jodi has helped over 800 students navigate the college admissions process. She belongs to multiple professional associations for college counselors and loves helping students discover their post-high school path.