Stand behind your words
While you may choose to use a pseudonym for that which you don't want to become a part of your footprint, it isn’t a method that prevents what you say from being traced back to you. For that to happen, you'd have to be flawless in your execution of every single interaction, no matter how big or small. For most people this is just not possible.
Remember even if you don't use your real name, you are still legally responsible for your actions and the same consequences exist.
Online and Social Networking Trends for College Admissions Officers
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| 26% of college admissions officers use Facebook or other social networking pages to research an applicant. | 27% of college admissions officers have Googled an applicant to learn more about them. | 35% of those who Googled candidates discovered something that negatively impacted their application. |
26% of college admissions officers use Facebook or other social networking pages to research an applicant.
27% of college admissions officers have Googled an applicant to learn more about them.
35% of those who Googled candidates discovered something that negatively impacted their application.
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Analyze Have you ever wondered if you have a strong digital footprint? Take this Digital Footprint Quiz courtesy of Fairfax County Public Schools. | Clean | ConsiderConsider how to improve your online image. Make a plan for success with family and teacher input. If you have any questions, contact your school ITRT. |
Analyze
Have you ever wondered if you have a strong digital footprint? Take this Digital Footprint Quiz courtesy of Fairfax County Public Schools.
Consider
Consider how to improve your online image. Make a plan for success with family and teacher input. If you have any questions, contact your school ITRT.
