View the calendar at the bottom of this page for Saint Viator college representative lunchtime visits.
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A List of College Related Events:
(Listed Chronologically)
The Rotary Youth Leadership Awards Conference will be offered in two sessions: Session I will be March 15-18; Session II will be April 5-8. RYLA was established by Rotary International as a special award for young people who have displayed leadership skills or potential. These 3-day programs are held at Edwards Camp & Conference Center in East Troy, Wisconsin. The programs includes motivational and educational speakers from around the U.S. and will greatly enhance leadership skills through lectures, hands on activities, team leadership activities, and interaction with other student leaders. The cost of the program is $325, which includes transportation, room and meals, speaker fees, staffing, secuity, snacks, supplies and a DVD video of the weekend. Students can apply to local Rotary Clubs for sponsorship and fee coverage. Applicants must write a short essay on the importance of youth leadership in a free society. The applications are available in the Counseling Office and have a deadline to reach the sponsoring Rotary Club no later than February 15.
Ball State University, Muncie, IN Open House and Portfolio Review on Saturday, February 18, 2012. Students can bring artwork to be reviewed as part of the criteria for admissions. For more information, contact the Department of Art at 765-285-5838 or art@bsu.edu.
Illinois Wesleyan University School of Music Audition Dates are February 18, March 3. To schedule a visit and/or audition, contact: Laura Dolan, Music Admissions Coordinator, 309.556.3063 or ldolan@iwu.edu.
Eureka College Open Houses on February 20 and March 31. More information is available at www.eureka.edu.
Free Monmouth College Bus Trip will take place on Monday, February 20th (no school that day!). This trip is for students who are interested in Monmouth College or who have already been accepted. Pick up locations include Woodfield. If you are interested, contact Admissions Representative Peter Pitts by phone at 630-551-0926.
Saint Mary's University, Winona, MN invites high school juniors and seniors to say on campus overnight on February 19-20. Experience first-hand the Saint Mary's campus by staying in a residence hall with a current student. Explore the campus, participate in student activities, and learn more about academics, athletics and organizations on campus. Those within 30 miles Chicago will ride a coach bus arranged by Saint Mary's for a cost of $50. To register and reserve a seat on the bus, contact Aubrey Hollnagel at 800-635-5987, ext. 1705 or www.smumn.edu/overnight.
Eastern Illinois University, Charleston, IL Open House Programs on February 20 and April 21. Open House Programs provide you and your family opportunities to meet with faculty and staff from academic departments and various campus offices. Campus and residence hall tours are also available. To sign up for an Open House, go to www.eiu.edu or call 217-581-2223.
Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI offers Free Online Application Weekend from 8 a.m. February 17 through midnight February 20. During this special event, seniors applying for admission to WMU for fall 2012 will have their online application fee waived.
University of Nebraska Lincoln Senior Open House on February 20. Register online at admissions.unl.edu/visit two weeks prior to the event date.
University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS Junior Days. Juniors and their families can get an introduction to KU on February 20, March 2, 12, 16, 26 and April 6, 9, 23, 27. Student Registration: admissions.ku.edu/juniordaus.
Marian University, Fond du Lac, WI offers Spring Sneak Previews on February 20 and March 30, which gives you a chance to tour campus, meet with an admissions counselor and speak with current students. RSVP at least one week prior to the event you plan to attend. www.marianuniversity.edu/visit or 800-2-MARIAN, ext 7650.
Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Panel sponsored by Carmel, Muntelein and Libertyville High Schools on Tuesday, February 28 from 7p.m. till 9p.m. Explor opportunities in STEM fields by hearing from three nationally ranked universities that specialize in these areas: Iowa State University, Missouri University of Science and Technology and Michigan Technological University. The program will be held at Carmel Catholic High School's Auditorium, One Carmel Parkway, Mundelein, IL 60060.
Chamberlain College of Nursing, Downers Grove, IL invites future nursing students to an Experience Nursing Day event on March 7 or May 2. Receive hands-on experience in our high-tech nursing skills lab, meet with nursing faculty and students. For more information, contact them at www.chamberlain.edu/beanurse.
Columbia College, Chicago, IL On-Location events are scheduled on the following Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.: March 9, April 6 and May 4. Tour their South Loop campus, meet with senior administrators, admissions counselors and current students. Learn about Columbia's 120 degree programs in the arts, media and communication; enjoy lunch on them at one of their favorite restaurants. Register on-line at www.colum.edu/onlocation or call 312.369.7034 with questions.
University of Evansville, Evansville, IN Open House Dates are March 17 and April 21. For more information, contact them at 800.423.8633 or www.evansville.edu/visit.
University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS Multicultural Visit Day on March 30, 2012. Students in grades 9-11 and their families can learn about KU and support services that help multicultural students thrive. Student registration: admissions.ku.edu/multicultural.
University of Wisconsin, Platteville College of Engineering, Mathematics and Science EXPO on April 12, 2012. All students, all ages, FREE. www.uwplatt.edu/expo.
The New York Times College Life Fair will take place on Thursday, May 31, 2012 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Navy Pier in Chicago. The new general manager of the Chicago Cubs, Jed Hoyer, will be a featured speaker. Admissions reps from a variety of colleges and universities will be on site and a number of "counselors on call" will be available to students and their families to offer expertise and answer questions. The event will incorporate exhibits and presentations on the broader college experience, including academic expectations, athletics, student life, technology, and more. For more information and to register for the event, visit www.nytimes.com/collegefair.
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