06/01/2026
Everyone Meet Kyla Peterson presenting Filling the Gaps: Profile Building for College Applications ✨
Kyla earned her Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Community Engagement with a minor in Education from Philadelphia’s Temple University in 2020. She currently works as a College Admissions Coach at Prepory, where she helps students from around the world to build their profiles and gain acceptance to top universities.She is a proud WILS alumna, having attended seminar in 2014. She currently serves as a Member at Large and the High School Alumni Family Lead for the Board of Directors, and she is one of this seminar’s Co-Directors of Programming. After recently moving back to Wisconsin from New York City, Kyla has enjoyed decorating her new apartment in Milwaukee and being close to Culver’s again! In her free time, Kyla is a proud cat mom who considers browsing Facebook Marketplace her second job.
Her presentation is Filling the Gaps: Profile Building for College Applications
What makes a college application stand out beyond grades and test scores? In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn how college admissions officers evaluate student involvement and how to build a stronger profile that reflects your passions, values, and impact. Through guided activities and discussion, you’ll complete activities to categorize your current involvements, identify growth areas, and explore ways to strengthen your profile. By the end of the session, you’ll leave with a personalized goal for your junior year and a clearer understanding of how to make your application more intentional and compelling.