Month: June 2023

By Candidate Master John Fernandez, our 156th Podcast Guest Dear Voting Member, I’m John Fernandez, and I am running for US Chess Executive Board. I’m a father of three based in Hannibal, Missouri, after living in New York City for the first 42 years. Chess has been a big part of my life for 30 …

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By Alycia Hochberger, Founder of AK College Consulting  Playing chess can be a great way to boost your college admissions profile. Not only does it demonstrate critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities, but it also shows that you are disciplined, strategic, and dedicated to a particular interest. These are all qualities that can make you …

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