Daniel
Daniel M. brings five years of experience in undergraduate admissions to Empowerly. Most recently, he served as a Senior Admissions Officer at Brown University. Before his time at Brown, Daniel was an Assistant Director of Admissions at Connecticut College, where he earned his B.A. in Economics. Over the past five years, Daniel has reviewed over 5,000 college applications, interviewed hundreds of prospective students, and played a key role in more than 50 admission committees. He has evaluated applicants from across the country, representing a variety of school systems and academic interests, including Computer Science, Engineering, the Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Visual Arts. Additionally, Daniel has made decisions on students applying to Brown’s BS/MD program (PLME), recruited athletes, and those pursuing the Brown/RISD dual degree program. Throughout his time in admissions, Daniel has had one-on-one conversations with prospective students about building competitive application profiles.
Join this exclusive session for a behind the scenes look at how former admissions officers evaluate underclassmen. Learn how colleges interpret early academic performance, course rigor, extracurricular involvement, and long term trajectory during the first years of high school. Our panel will explain how early signals shape future admissions decisions, highlight common positioning mistakes families make, and share practical guidance on how students build a strong foundation. The session ends with a live Q&A where you ask questions directly to former admissions officers.
