In-Person Event
FROM SEATTLE TO THE IVY LEAGUE
The Ultimate College Admissions Playbook
Join us for an insider's look at today's college admissions landscape and learn the strategies successful students are using to stand out at highly selective universities.
📅 June 26th, 2026
🕖 7pm PT
📍 UW Bothell
What You'll Learn
What Families Need to Know for the Class of 2027 and Beyond
Understand how college admissions is evolving and what universities are looking for in today's applicants.
The Hidden Strategies Top Students Are Using
Learn what successful students from Redmond, Bellevue, Sammamish, Bothell, and surrounding communities are doing differently to build standout applications.
The Right Timeline for Success
Discover when it's too early, too late, or exactly the right time to begin preparing for college admissions—and what students should focus on at each stage of high school.
Building a Competitive Student Profile
Explore how academics, extracurricular activities, leadership, internships, research opportunities, and personal projects can help students distinguish themselves.
Avoiding Common Admissions Mistakes
Learn the most common pitfalls families encounter and how to create a strategic plan that maximizes opportunities.
Who Should Attend?
- Parents of middle school and high school students
- Students aiming for highly selective colleges and universities
- Families seeking clarity on the admissions process
- Students interested in Ivy League, Stanford, MIT, and other top-ranked institutions
Event Details
📅 June 26, 2026
🕖 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 University of Washington Bothell
Bonus For Attendees
Receive a PathIvy College Admissions Timeline and a One-on-One Strategic Roadmap Consultation to help your student navigate the path to college success.
Limited Seating Available
If you have any questions, please contact robin@pathivy.com
MEET YOUR COLLEGE ADMISSIONS EXPERTS
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Dr. Calla Buttke, EdD
Senior Director of College Counseling
B.A., University of Wisconsin–Madison
M.A., Stanford University
Doctorate , Vanderbilt University
For more than a decade, Calla has guided students through the college admissions process, helping them gain acceptance to highly selective universities. Her expertise includes academic planning, extracurricular development, college list strategy, and application coaching.
At this event, Calla will discuss how students can build a compelling profile over time, identify meaningful opportunities, and develop a clear narrative that stands out in competitive admissions. She will also share practical guidance on when students should begin preparing, what colleges are looking for today, and how families can approach the admissions process with greater confidence and clarity.

Henry Munk
Director of Student Success
B.A., Vanderbilt University
M.A., University of Pennsylvania
With more than 12 years of experience in college admissions counseling and student advising, Henry has helped hundreds of students gain admission to top universities. As a former school counselor and AP World History instructor, he brings a deep understanding of both the academic and personal factors that contribute to student success.
At this event, Henry will share what he's seeing in today's admissions landscape, what top students are doing differently, and how families can make strategic decisions about academics, extracurriculars, summer opportunities, and college planning. He will also discuss trends affecting applicants to competitive programs such as Computer Science, Engineering, Business, Political Science, and Pre-Med.
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