Dr. Graham Cornwell is an independent college counselor with the Vinik Educational Placement Services, where he helps students navigate the college admissions process and develop compelling application essays. Previously, he served as Senior Assistant Dean for Research and Special Initiatives at George Washington University, where he also taught undergraduate and graduate courses in history, geography, and international affairs. Graham’s writing has appeared in major publications including The Washington Post, Al Jazeera, Foreign Policy, and Smithsonian Magazine. He holds degrees from Carleton College, George Washington University, and Georgetown University. A native of Lexington, he is a graduate of Henry Clay High School.