| Robert Ricks |
Tests:
ACT,
GRE, PSAT, SAT, Subjects: Algebra, Latin,
Greek & Literature
Philosophy:
For many students, the natural
reaction to standardized tests is
dread. This fear is as great an obstacle to
success as the tests themselves. The
good news: confidence can replace fear and
preparation pays off. With practice
and guidance, students can hone their skills
and develop the confidence they need
on test day. This preparation does not need to
be dull; it can be a stimulating and
fun challenge. I aim to give students the
attention and structure they need to
prepare properly, and to show them that
success is within reach.
Bio:
Robert Ricks deeply enjoys
learning about countries, languages,
and people. He has traveled to 45 U.S. states
and 21 foreign countries, and has
studied in Cairo, Istanbul, and London. He
loves teaching and finds satisfaction
from working with students and observing their
progress. Robert earned a BA in
Comparative Literature from Brigham Young
University and an MA in Arab Studies
from Georgetown University. He is currently in
a PhD program in Arabic and
Islamic Studies at Georgetown. He speaks
Arabic, French, and Italian fluently, and
can converse in Turkish, Persian, and German.
In his free time, Robert likes to
watch old movies, study maps, play the organ,
and go running on the National
Mall.