Education
BA, Journalism, Michigan State University
Bio
Kim Lifton is president and co-founder of Wow Writing Workshop (https://wowwritingworkshop.com/). Since 2009, Wow has been transforming the college essay experience from daunting and frightening to calm and empowering. In addition to working with students, Wow trains high school counselors, teachers, and independent consultants. Kim and co-founder/CEO Susan Knoppow are members or affiliates of many professional counseling organizations. A former executive speechwriter and trainer, Susan is also a published poet and essayist. She holds a BA in Psychology from the University of Michigan and an MFA in Writing from Vermont College.
Kim and Susan publish widely and are sought-after speakers for student and professional groups around the world. You can download a free copy of their book, How to Write an Effective College Application Essay at https://wowwritingworkshop.com/free-student-book/. They also manage a small team of top-notch writing coaches (https://wowwritingworkshop.com/about/).
Specialties
Business
Psychology
Education
History
Law
Political Science
International Relations
Communications
Journalism
Computer Science
Engineering
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Health
Food and Nutrition
Math
Philosophy
Linguistics
Creative Writing
Public Policy
Statistics
Athletics
First-Generation College Students
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Students with ADHD
Volunteering
STEM
Community Organizing
Non-Traditional Students
Transfer Students
International Students
English Literature
LGBTQ+ students
Offerings
College Applications & Essays
