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6 It’s All About You So many choices – college, career, life!

10 Check It Out Love it! hate it. That’s why you tour.

21 An Alternate Path don’t overlook the community college option.

22 A World of Opportunity Awaits Is study abroad in your future?

9 NACAC College Fair - college categories

12 On Campus - a select calendar of

open house dates

13 Do It Now - a comprehensive college planner for

high school juniors and seniors

14 NACAC College Fair -

exhibitor floorplan and booth listings

20 Do It Now - surviving & thriving senior year

24 Student Life -

finding your study stride

25 Student Life - finish strong

26 Tips For Parents -

helping your child through

the college admission process

27 NACAC College Fair -

committee and sponsors

CAmpuSnews - Special Promotional Section

16 Southeast missouri State university Students Acquire World-Wide Experience 17 Lindenwood university Offers Free J-Term to Spring Transfers 17 missouri Baptist university Launches Four Online Degree programs 18 Big Things Happening at Fontbonne university 19 premier Scholars program at Southern Illinois university - Edwardsville 19 Northland College’s unique Commitment 19 Visit Your Way at maryville university

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NACAC Saint Louis College FairSaint Louis UniversitySimon Recreation Center, Noon to 3 p.m.

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It’s All About uCollege.Degree. Career. LIFE!

By Kate Uptergrove

Brace yourself! You’re entering the opinion zone. Everyone has one, you know – from your friends to your parents. Everyone thinks they know what’s best for you. Some do, but some don’t.

So here’s the challenge: selecting the right education (a.k.a. career option) at the right college at the best price for you.

Seems like a daunting task, doesn’t it. But if it’s any consolation, it feels that way to every high school student looking toward the future. And I promise, there are people who are ready, willing and able to help you along the way. Choosing the right College

start with this weekend’s 2011 saint louis College Fair, sponsored by the National Association for College Admission Counseling. Here, gathered in one large room (the Simon Recreation Center at Saint Louis University to be exact), you’ll find hundreds of college admission counselors who can answer questions about hundreds of schools. They are the experts on everything from what their colleges can offer to how to apply. They can set you up with interviews with coaches, professors and department chairs. They can point you in the direction of career counselors and financial aid officers. They can even give you pointers on social etiquette in the college

search. Talk to them. Ask lots of questions. Then, when you find a college you’re really interested in, develop a relationship with the college admission counselor there. It will make your college exploration easier if you do.

Consider all the possibilities. Two-year, four-year, private, public, small, large ... the list goes on and on. Are you an urban dweller? Maybe you need a college that’s right in the middle of the city. The point is: you need a college that’s right for you. This is a very personal decision. Of course, you have to be able to afford it, too.

“The tuition (low not high) was huge for me,” said Fabrizio Medrano, explaining why he choose Southeast Missouri State University.

Robin Taylor added, “When I choose SEMO, I looked at how the degree program was accredited nationally.” (For the record, it places in the top 25 percent of business programs nationally.)

Catherine Brown added that the university’s willingness to accept transfer credits was another selling point. She also had nothing but great things to say about DegreeWorks, the university’s degree audit report.

“The university is very encouraging in helping you get your degree completed and helping you reach your career goals. The degree audit report (part of the university’s Finish in Four program) shows you the


classes you have taken and advises you on what you still need,” she explained.

“Finish in Four helped me to finish in three-and-a-half,” said Robin.

“Me, too,” exclaimed Catherine, reaching up to receive Robin’s high-five.

Robin, Catherine and Fabrizio had gathered at the Sheraton in Clayton, Mo., for St. Louis Interview Days, a SEMO-sponsored event that brings regional employers together with students from the university’s Harrison College of Business.

Make sure your choice is a good fit. At Missouri Baptist University, Katie Brown (no relation to SEMO’s Catherine Brown) said her college choice was less about money and degree, and more about fit.

“In choosing my college I went back and forth quite a bit,” she admitted. “It was a really difficult decision for me. Ultimately, several external factors played into my choice to attend Missouri Baptist.”

One of the biggest factors to contribute to Katie’s choice was SpiritWing, a ministry music group made up of Missouri Baptist University students.

“SpiritWing got me interested, but Missouri Baptist was way out of my price range,” Katie said. Or so she thought. “I received a lot of institutional aid (from the university) as well as federal financial aid, which played a huge part in my decision to attend Missouri Baptist University.”

Katie admitted that she entered college without a major, which isn’t always the best choice.

“It’s very stressful to try and decide what you want to do with the rest of your life,” she said.

Now in her junior year, Katie has chosen a major that she is passionate about (Ministry and Leadership with a minor in psychology), but she said, “The thing that scares me most is graduating and not being able to find a job.”

Katie is not alone in that fear, which bring us back to those SEMO students waiting for job and internship interviews.Choosing the right degree (A.K.A. CAreer)

“Half of the students who enter college with a declared major will change their major in the first two years,” said Debbie Below, vice president for Enrollment Management and director of Admissions at SEMO.

However, career counseling can lower those numbers. In fact, it’s not a bad idea to start looking at career options as early as your junior or senior year in high school. Check with your guidance counselor about career assessment tools and job shadowing opportunities that can help you narrow your degree focus before you even set foot on a college campus. And, when you get to campus be sure to engage the services of the university’s career counseling staff.

At SEMO, Dr. Below explained, a program called “Career Linkages” keeps students on track to graduate with the skills

they need to be “career ready.” Dr. Theresa Haug-Belvin, SEMO’s director of Student Transitions, explained.

“We start with them during their first year. The initial program is Focus-2, an online career assessment tool that can help students map out their career and educational goals and plans. I hear from students frequently who say that Focus-2 got them thinking that the career they were considering might not be right for them,” Dr. Haug-Belvin said.

That’s a good thing, because the whole point of this first career readiness check is to get students thinking, so that they can make the best use of their time in school.

On that note, Dr. Haug-Belvin added, “We really want students to think about finishing in four years.”

Economically, finishing college in four years really is in your best interest, so is participating in career checks and internships throughout your college experience.

SEMO’s second career check is a continuation of Focus-2 and involves meeting with a career advisor, registering with MissouriCareerSource.com, and exploring career-related part-time jobs.

“In 2004, we entered into an partnership with the Missouri Division of Workforce Development and have counselors with the program who work directly with our students on their career plans,” Dr. Below said.

The third leg of SEMO’s four-part program has students demonstrating minimal proficiency in finding information about career readiness through Career Linkages and correctly answering a 25-question quiz. The goal is to get students to renew and review basic components of the job search process every year that they are on campus.

take a lesson from the real world. Finally, in Career Linkages IV, students are expected to demonstrate advanced proficiency in locating an open position in their field, crafting a cover letter for that opening, and tailoring a resume for the position. This isn’t college anymore ... it’s life.

“Students can’t graduate without completing all four components of the Career Linkages program,” Dr. Haug-Belvin explained, “which helps to ensure that none of our students graduate without basic career assistance.”

However, even with all this wonderful help – and every university has some form of career counseling (ask for it!) – your final career choice is still up to you.

Conversationally, Dr. Below cited a survey with a surprising result: 99 percent of college students felt faculty should be involved in the student’s career development. Here’s a news flash from the real world: it really is up to you to own the process and choose your path to success.

But anything is possible – the choice is up to you.

Economically,

finishing college in

four years really is

in your best interest,

so is participating

in career checks

and internships

throughout your

college experience.

(photo on page 6 courtesy of St. Charles Community College)


NACACCOLLEGE FAIR

Pre-registrAtion MAKes it eAsyRequesting information from multiple colleges at the NACAC Saint Louis College Fair just got a whole lot easier! Students who register online can enter their information once and not have to fill out the same information again on-site. Here’s how the program works.

1. Log into www.gotomyncf.com2. Select “Saint Louis” from the list of

upcoming college fairs.3. Complete all required information on

the student registration form. If your parent will be attending with you be sure to add them to the form.

4. Submit the form to generate a personal bar code for you and your parent, if applicable.

5. Bring your bar code to the fair.

Frequently AsKed questions

is pre-registration required? No, but it

is recommended, especially if you want to omit the hassle of filling out information cards at every exhibitor’s booth.

should my parent come with me? Well two heads are better than one. And, if you get in a time crunch, you and your parent can divide and conquer – meeting separately with colleges that interest you and getting your bar code scanned so you can receive more information from them.

What’s the best strategy for making the most of the college fair? Plan to arrive early (noon) and stay late (3 p.m.). With hundreds of colleges to visit, you’ll want plenty of time to visit your pre-selected favorites as well as a few surprises.

Be open to new opportunities. In fact, you may want to check out the Exhibitor’s List on page 15 and pick a few colleges that are off your radar. Then set aside time to meet with them at the fair.

Attend one or more of the workshops offered every half hour of the fair. See page 14 for details.

What can i do to prepare for the Fair? Answer the following questions to determine what colleges are best for you. What size college do you want to attend? What programs of study are you considering? How far from home do you want to go? Do you want to participate in specific extra-curricular activities? Are you more comfortable in an urban, suburban or rural environment? Do you require any special services (i.e. tutoring, note takers, readers, TDD or interpreters)? At the fair, be sure to specifically ask how your select colleges can help you meet these needs. Want more questions to ask? Visit stltoday.com/collegeconnection to download a PDF checklist to take with you to the fair.

TIPS FORThE FAIR


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As you plan for college you have many options. Listed below are the College Categories that describe the different types of institutions available to you.

Non-Profit/PrivateThese Colleges and Universities: - receive funding primarily from student tuition and endowments. Some funding

comes from governmental support in the form of tax breaks and student loans- follow the leadership of a board of trustees- develop own institutional plans since they operate mostly on private support- rely on private funds, which leads to a higher average cost- offer financial aid opportunities to reduce the total cost

Non-Profit/PublicThese Colleges and Universities:

- receive a large part of funding from state or local taxes. Some funding comes from tuition and endowments - follow performance standards set by the state - Most are state-run which lowers the tuition for in-state students - typically categorized as two-year, four-year, research, comprehensive, or community colleges

For-Profit/ProprietaryThese Colleges and Universities:- receive up to 90 percent of their revenue from federal student aid- operate under the demands of investors and stockholders- usually offer a non-traditional format - have come under federal scrutiny for high pressure sales/recruitment tactics

A close examination of the academic, social and financial factors will lead you to a best-fit college. To read more on the differences in college categories, visit nacacnet.org/ncfstudent.

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Check it out

Technology is amazing, but it can never replace the feeling you get when you know that you’re home.

I’ll never forget taking my youngest son to tour his first college campus. He had done his research, talked to friends, read about schools in catalogs and on the internet, After all of his research, one college stood out from the rest. But when we went to check it out, something didn’t click.

He told me it was “all good.” But I knew it really wasn’t, and it didn’t surprise me when he asked to visit another college a few weeks later. The first college we toured was a small school in a small town. The second college much bigger – too big for him, I thought. I was sure he would reject it. Then, halfway through our campus visit, I looked at him and knew – he was home.

“What you’re describing is exactly why we encourage students to take time to visit college campuses,” said Rick J. Smith, vice president of Enrollment Management at Northland College. “Brochures are great, websites are, too, but no matter how good they are they can’t tell the whole story. Campus visits are extremely important because they allow students to experience the intangibles – the things they can’t experience unless they are here.”

Smith knows from first-hand experience the power of the campus visit. His son, too, changed his college decision after taking a campus tour. But Smith also sees the campus visit from a statistical point-of-view. “Eighty-four percent of freshmen who tour Northland College end up enrolling here,” he said.

Of course, Northland sweetens the pot – offering a $500 Visit Grant (used as financial aid for freshmen) to every student who visits campus by May 1 and enrolls in that same year.

“We’re so far from the population centers in Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois and Missouri that it takes a little more effort to come and visit us,” Smith acknowledged. “The Visit Grant is our way of recognizing that effort.”

Whether you travel to a college out of town, out of state or just down the road, Todd Garten, Campus Visit coordinator at Maryville University explained, “You’ll only get out of it what you put into it.” He recommended putting a lot into it.

“Go for all the bells and whistles. Sit in on a

class. Meet with a professor. Talk with students. Meet with representatives of the athletic department, or organizations you hope to join. Eat in the dining hall. Tour the dorms. Visit with the financial aid office. And, feel free to come back and visit more than once. I’ve test-driven cars more than once, and this is a much bigger decision,” Garten said.

“So many people rush in, tour campus, and then rush off to tour the next campus in the next town. But this is a huge decision. It’s got be as important to you as buying your first home,” he added.

He pointed out that for students the college they select is their first “home away from home.”

For that reason, he said, “I really feel it’s important to spend the whole day exploring the campus and the area. And bring a camera so you can take lots of pictures, because once you get home, you’re going to forget, especially if you tour several colleges in the same trip.”

At Maryville, students who have been accepted for admission can also choose to spend the night as part of the university’s Saint for a Day program (details at maryville.edu), a program which Garten highly recommended. He also recommended that high school students start the college tour process by the spring of their junior year.

“If you’re waiting until the fall of your senior year, you may end up missing out on opportunities and deadlines. By starting earlier rather than later, you can cut out a lot of stress,” he said.

During junior year, Graten said it’s wise to narrow down your “Top 10” list by looking at big picture items such as campus culture, size and region. Senior year, he said, is the time to hone in on your top two or three universities. Just start early – and, remember it’s always better to tour when students are on campus.

Love it!hate it. That’s why you tour.

By Kate Uptergrove

Photos courtesy of Northland College


Don’t stop at touring the campus, take the time to get to know the community, too. And, if the college of your dreams is in a winter wonderland, consider visiting after the snow has fallen.

Rick J. Smith, at Northland College in Ashland, Wis. said the region doesn’t get as much snow as other northern areas, however, he conceded that if a student is uneasy about the weather it might be best to visit in the snow. To facilitate this, Northland offers the Book Across the Bay Visit Day.

“People embrace winter up here,” Smith said, noting that the region boasts six major downhill ski areas as well as many, many cross country trails, including ones on campus.

Book Across the Bay Visit Day: Come for a standard Visit Day (register at northland.edu). Then stay for Book

Across the Bay – a 10k snow shoe and ski race (at your own speed of course) across frozen Chequamegon Bay. The “Book” is organized by businesses in the Chequamegon Bay area and pre-registration is recommended. Last year, 2,300 people participated in the race. For more information visit batb.org.

like northland College, Michigan Technical University embraces its northern location and beautiful scenery by offering a series of Adventure Visits. More than a walking tour, Adventure Visits allow students to explore local waterfalls, beaches, nature trails and ski areas – getting to know the region as well as the university. Upcoming winter Adventure Visits are listed below. Log onto mtu.edu for more details.

• Jan. 13 – Ski Mont Ripley• Feb. 24 – Snowshoe the local trails

...and don’t forget the snow


ONCAMPUS

CAMPUSEvENTSoCtober

◗ 19. nursing information session. St. Louis Community College at Meramec. 5:30-7 p.m. Registration and information at stlcc.edu.

◗ 22. discovery day Quincy University. 9 a.m. Registration and information at quincy.edu.

◗ 24. Preview day Greenville College. 8:15 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Registration and information at greenville.edu.

◗ 28. Campus Visit day Northland College. 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Overnight

option is available for Oct. 27. Registration and information at northland.edu.

◗ 28. Freshmen open house. Fontbonne University. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Registration and information at fontbonne.edu.

◗ 28. open house. University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Registration and information at

uwm.edu.

◗ 28. Welcome to Westminster Westminster College. 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

Registration and information at westminster-mo.edu.

◗ 29. A View of hssu. Harris-Stowe State University. 11:30 a.m. Learn more about HSSU’s academic programs, financial aid options and scholarship opportunities. Registration and information at hssu.edu.

◗ 29. Communications open house Webster University. 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Includes lunch on campus. Registration and information at webster.edu.

◗ 29. Fine Arts Visit day. Culver-Stockton College. 11:30 a.m. Registration and information at

culver.edu.

◗ 29. open house. University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Registration and information at

uwm.edu.

noVeMber

◗ 1. Art Portfolio night. St. Louis Community College at Meramec.

4:30-6 p.m. Registration and information at stlcc.edu.

◗ 3. Architectual technology information session. St. Louis Community College at Meramec.

5:30-7 p.m. Registration and information at stlcc.edu.

◗ 4-5. discovery day. William Woods University. Overnight option available. Information and registration at williamwoods.edu.

◗ 4. Freshmen Preview day. Webster University. 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Buffet lunch is included. Information and registration at webster.edu.

◗ 5. general Visit day. Culver-Stockton College. 11:30 a.m. Registration and information at culver.edu.

◗ 5. saturday Visit day. Saint Louis University. 1-5 p.m. Information and registration at slu.edu.

◗ 6-7. Campus Classic Weekend Westminster College. Enjoy an overnight stay and campus tour. Registration and information at westminster-mo.edu.

◗ 11. dawg days Maryville University. 1-5 p.m. Overnight option available for admitted students. Information and registration at maryville.edu.

◗ 11. Campus Visit day Milliken University. 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Information and registration at milliken.edu.

◗ 12. Communications open house Webster University. 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Includes lunch on campus. Registration and information at webster.edu.

◗ 12. discovery day Quincy University. 9 a.m. Registration and information at quincy.edu.

◗ 12-13. equine Academic showcase. William Woods University. Overnight

option available. Information and registration at williamwoods.edu.

◗ 12. show-Me day. Southeast Missouri State University. 10 a.m. Plus, School of Polytechnic Studies Open House. Information and registration at

semo.edu.

◗ 12. uMsl day. University of Missouri-St. Louis. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Information and registration at umslday.com.

◗ 13-14. Camp-in University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Overnight campus experience with check-in at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 13. $30 registration fee. Registration and information at uwm.edu.

◗ 13. Preview day. Saint Louis University. 1-5 p.m. Information and registration at slu.edu.

◗ 14. Preview day Greenville College. 8:15 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Registration and information at greenville.edu.

◗ 17-18. Music Preview day Greenville College. Check-in at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 17. Activities include dinner with music faculty, concert and vespers as well as a campus tour and information sessions. Scholarship auditions will be held from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 18. Students must submit an audition form in advance online. Registration and information at greenville.edu.

◗ 18. Campus Visit day Northland College. 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Overnight option is available for Nov. 17. Registration and information at northland.edu.

◗ 18. Welcome to Westminster Westminster College. 8:30 a.m.-

2 p.m. Registration and information at westminster-mo.edu.

◗ 19. Athletics open house. Fontbonne University. 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Tour campus and meet with students, faculty and staff. Then, stay for the

men’s basketball game at 3 p.m. Registration and information at fontbonne.edu.

◗ 19. Preview day McKendree University. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Information and registration at mckendree.edu.

deCeMber

◗ 2. nursing Athletic training Visit day. Culver-Stockton College.

11:30 a.m. Registration and information at culver.edu.

◗ 3. Welcome to Westminster Westminster College. 8:30 a.m.-

2 p.m. Registration and information at westminster-mo.edu.

◗ 9. Preview day. University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Registration and information at

uwm.edu.

Why WAit? Contact the admission office at the college of your choice to scedule an individual campus tour this fall.

And ... be sure to attend the 2011 NACAC Saint Louis College Fair at Saint Louis University on Oct. 16 from noon to 3 p.m.


CollegePlannerfor High School Juniors

for High School Seniors

DO ITNOW

◗ Look for ways to add leadership skills and volunteer hours to your resume, which can be tremendously helpful when pursuing competitive college admission and scholarship opportunities.

◗ Don’t slack off. Good grades and a challenging academic schedule in both your junior and senior years demonstrate that you are ready for college success.

◗ Research prospective colleges by attending the National Association for College Admission Counseling Saint Louis College Fair. Meet with visiting college recruiters. Schedule campus tours; scheduling campus tours during your junior year can help take some of the pressure off senior year and enable you to make your final selection in time for early application deadlines next fall.

◗ Begin searching for scholarships and building a portfolio of resources that will help you achieve them. Many will require demonstrable traits, community or volunteer service hours, essays, letter of recommendation, etc. Some of these items may take time to acquire, so begin now to give yourself an edge going into “scholarship season” senior year.

◗ Begin talking with your parents or guardians about the reality of college costs. Developing a financial plan during your junior year can help prevent disappointments senior year.

◗ Request applications and brochures from your target colleges. ◗ Schedule college interviews and plan to attend campus visit days. ◗ Talk to your parents about college cost. Decide how much you can afford and

explore your options for funding. Set a budget for college application costs – they can add up.

◗ Get your applications in order by creating files for your target schools and scholarships. Make a list of application requirements (essays, transcripts, etc.) and deadlines for each.

◗ Request letters of recommendation from teachers, advisors and employers. Work on application and scholarship essays.

◗ Keep copies of all applications and forms sent to colleges. ◗ Request that your ACT or SAT test scores are sent to your top choice colleges.

Taking the Test. SAT and ACT tests are offered throughout the school year, however, seniors who plan to meet early admission deadlines will want to have taken their final ACT or SAT (most students take the test at least twice) no later than December of their senior year. Therefore, it helps to have taken the test at least once during junior year.

◗ Next SAT: Dec. 3, register by Nov. 8 at collegeboard.org to avoid late fees. ◗ Next ACT: Dec. 10, register by Nov. 4 at act.org to avoid late registration fees.

Students can find study aids online at act.org and collegeboard.org.


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2011 Saint Louis National College Fairsponsored by the National Association for College Admission Counseling

Date: Sunday, October 16Place: Saint Louis University, Simon recreation Center 3639 Laclede Ave., Saint Louis, MO 63101Time: Noon to 3 p.m.

Exhibitor Floorplan

saint louis university - simon recreation Center

Workshops located on the lower level

Exhibitor LeadRetrieval

Registration

Student LeadRetrieval


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Exhibitors & Booth NumbersinternAtionAlSavannah College of Art and Design, Hong Kong & Online ....................................................... 145University of Limerick, Ireland ...................... 264ArMed ForCesArmy ROTC ................................................. 269AlAbAMABirmingham-Southern College ....................... 276Samford University ........................................ 73Spring Hill College ...................................... 110The University of Alabama .............................. 22The University of Alabama in Huntsville............ 84ArizonAArizona State University ................................. 81Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University ............. 207Universal Technical Institute ........................ 174University of Advancing Technology ................. 40ArKAnsAsHendrix College ............................................ 39University of Arkansas .......................... 261, 262CAliForniAFIDM-The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising .............................................. 56University of Southern California ................... 227Whittier College ......................................... 200ColorAdoColorado Christian University ........................ 181Colorado State University ............................... 55Colorado State University-Pueblo ................... 129Johnson & Wales University ............................ 65Regis University ............................................ 18University of Colorado at Boulder ......................8University of Denver .................................... 176ConneCtiCutUniversity of New Haven ................................ 95delAWAreUniversity of Delaware ................................... 99distriCt oF ColuMbiAAmerican University ...................................... 79George Washington University ......................... 51FloridAEmbry-Riddle Aeronautical University ............. 207Florida Institute of Technology ..................... 102Florida State University ................................ 100Jacksonville University .................................. 97Nova Southeastern University ....................... 226Saint Leo University .................................... 221University of Miami .........................................7University of North Florida ........................... 197The University of Tampa ................................. 13georgiAAlbany State University ................................ 271Clark Atlanta University ............................... 274Savannah College of Art and Design ............... 145Spelman College ........................................... 60hAWAiiHawaii Pacific University .............................. 169illinoisAmerican Academy of Art ............................. 206Augustana College ....................................... 142Benedictine University at Springfield ............. 268Blackburn College ....................................... 151Bradley University ....................................... 150Columbia College Chicago .................................9Concordia University Chicago .......................... 38DePaul University ........................................ 152DeVry University ......................................... 236Dominican University .................................. 130Eastern Illinois University .............................. 85Elmhurst College ......................................... 218Greenville College ....................................... 3, 4Harrington College of Design ........................ 211Illinois College ........................................... 108Illinois Institute of Technology ..................... 147

Illinois State University ............................... 237Illinois Wesleyan University ............................ 62Kendall College ........................................... 104Knox College ................................................ 34Lake Forest College...................................... 137Lewis University ......................................... 164Lincoln College ............................................. 32Loyola University Chicago............................. 224MacMurray College ....................................... 118McKendree University..................................... 52Millikin University ....................................... 112Monmouth College ...................................... 122Northern Illinois University .......................... 223Quincy University .......................................... 42Robert Morris University Chicago ................... 140Rockford College ......................................... 153Roosevelt University .................................... 149Saint Xavier University ................................. 205Southern Illinois University Edwardsville .......... 75Southern Illinois University Carbondale ......................... 177, 178, 179, 180University of Illinois ...................................... 28University of Illinois Springfield .................... 216Western Illinois University ............................ 188indiAnABall State University ...................................... 46Butler University ........................................... 20DePauw University ...................................... 182Earlham College .......................................... 128Indiana State University .............................. 245Indiana University Bloomington .................... 144Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis ............................................ 228Purdue University .......................................... 10Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College ................... 230University of Evansville ................................ 143University of Indianapolis ............................ 202Valparaiso University ..................................... 61ioWACentral College ........................................... 217Clarke University ........................................... 94Coe College ................................................ 193Cornell College ............................................. 77Drake University ........................................... 82Grinnell College ............................................ 63Iowa State University .................................... 48Loras College ................................................ 15Simpson College ........................................... 53St. Ambrose University................................. 275The University of Iowa ................................... 64University of Northern Iowa .......................... 101Upper Iowa University ................................... 17Wartburg College ......................................... 105KAnsAsBaker University ........................................... 98Benedictine College ..................................... 117Emporia State University Graduate School ......... 33Kansas State University ................................ 131The University of Kansas ................................ 74KentuCKyBellarmine University .................................. 165Brescia University ....................................... 154Campbellsville University.............................. 184Kentucky State University ............................. 212Kentucky Wesleyan College ........................... 121Morehead State University ............................ 196Murray State University .................................. 96University of Kentucky ................................. 194Western Kentucky University ........................... 14louisiAnALouisiana State University ............................ 127Loyola University New Orleans......................... 83Tulane University ........................................ 172University of New Orleans ............................. 199

MArylAndLoyola University Maryland ........................... 229University of Maryland ................................... 80MAssAChusettsBoston University ....................................... 106Dean College .............................................. 273Northeastern University ............................... 185MiChigAnFerris State University ................................. 148Kalamazoo College ...................................... 113Michigan State University ............................. 277Northern Michigan University ........................ 109MinnesotAMcNally Smith College of Music ....................... 30St. Olaf College ............................................. 54University of Minnesota-Twin Cities ................. 21MississiPPiUniversity of Mississippi............................... 231MissouriAir Force ROTC and Academy ......................... 203Barnes-Jewish College/Goldfarb School of Nursing ..................................... 235Brown Mackie College .................................... 50Central Methodist University ........................... 44Columbia College ........................................ 166Culver-Stockton College ............................... 240Drury University ............................................ 31Fontbonne University .................................. 136Hannibal-LaGrange College ............................. 12Harris-Stowe State University ....................... 267ITT Technical Institute ................................. 272Lincoln University ....................................... 265Lindenwood University ................................. 107Maryville University .............................. 119, 120Missouri Baptist University ........................... 187Missouri State University ...........23, 24, 25, 26, 27Missouri University of Science and Technology .......................... 69, 70, 71 72Missouri Western State University .................. 134Northwest Missouri State University ............... 125Ranken Technical College ............................. 126Rockhurst University........................... 35, 36, 37Saint Louis University .................... 89, 90, 91, 92Southeast Missouri State University .......................... 189, 190, 191, 192Southwest Baptist University ........................ 135St. Louis College of Pharmacy ......................... 88St. Louis Community College ......................... 186Stephens College......................................... 210Truman State University ........................ 156, 155University of Central Missouri ....................68, 67University of Missouri 157, 158, 159, 160, 161,162University of Missouri - Kansas City ................. 87University of Missouri-Saint Louis .... 114, 115, 116Washington University in St. Louis ................ 233Webster University ...................................57, 58Wentworth Military Academy and College ........ 204Westminster College ...................................... 43William Jewell College ................................. 244William Woods University ............................. 171nebrAsKACreighton University ...................................... 11University of Nebraska at Omaha ................... 198University of Nebraska-Lincoln ...................... 266neW JerseyPrinceton University .................................... 242Seton Hall University ................................... 270neW yorKConcordia College-New York .......................... 201Hofstra University ....................................... 219Iona College ............................................... 170Rochester Institute of Technology ................... 66U.S. Merchant Marine Academy ...................... 123University of Rochester .................................. 29

north CArolinABelmont Abbey College ................................ 213High Point University .................................. 167North Carolina A&T State University ............... 243University of North Carolina School of the Arts 183ohioCase Western Reserve University ...................... 78Cleveland Institute of Art ............................. 138Columbus College of Art and Design ................. 47Defiance College ......................................... 124John Carroll University ................................. 222Miami University ........................................... 16The Ohio State University ............................... 59Ohio University ........................................... 175University of Dayton ........................................5Xavier University ......................................... 111oKlAhoMAOklahoma State University ............................ 241University of Oklahoma ................................ 263The University of Tulsa .....................................1PennsylVAniAThe Art Institutes ......................................... 49Penn State University .................................. 168Saint Vincent College ................................... 209Susquehanna University ............................... 238Villanova University .................................... 103south CArolinAClemson University ...................................... 239College of Charleston ................................... 173Wofford College .......................................... 208south dAKotASouth Dakota School of Mines and Technology ....................................... 215The University of South Dakota ..................... 214tennessee Aquinas College .......................................... 225Belmont University ...................................... 132Christian Brothers University ........................ 141Rhodes College ........................................... 232The University of Memphis............................ 234Vanderbilt University ..................................... 93texAs St. Mary’s University .................................... 139Texas Christian University ............................... 86Trinity University .......................................... 76VirginiA Hampton University..................................... 195Virginia Military Institute ............................. 133WAshington The Evergreen State College ............................ 19WisConsin Beloit College .................................................2Carthage College .............................................6Marian University .......................................... 45Marquette University ..................................... 41Northland College ....................................... 163Ripon College ............................................. 220University of Wisconsin - Whitewater ............. 146


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Discovering a shipwreck in the Mediterranean Sea gave

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Three St. Louis area students attending Southeast Missouri State University recently completed internships offering them invaluable experience to bolster their future job searches.

Southeast anthropology student Jennifer Rickard, a St. Louis native, discovered a shipwreck in the Mediterranean Sea with six other underwater archaeological students. She created a documentary about her experience.

“Experiences like the one I had in Menorca are confidence builders that give me a chance to explore my capabilities,” Rickard said.

Southeast wildlife and conservation student hollie Lybarger of Fenton, Mo., helped protect vulnerable species including the rhinoceros during an internship on a South African game reserve.

Meanwhile, Southeast athletic training student Katie Leible of St. Louis oversaw prevention programs,

immediate care, treatment, rehabilitation and clinical diagnosis while interning with the Anaheim Angels’ minor league baseball team this past summer.

“All of these experiences are valuable,” said Joyce hunter, Southeast experiential learning coordinator. “From the ordinary and mundane to the extraordinary, experiential learning makes a great impact and makes all things possible.”

Experiences outside of the classroom give students “a taste of life,” hunter said.

One hundred percent of Southeast’s programs provide students with experiential learning opportunities outside the traditional classroom, making them significantly more marketable upon graduation, she added.

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Missouri Baptist University unveiled three graduate

programs and an undergraduate degree entirely

online earlier this fall.

The University now offers students the option

to complete the Master of Business Administration

(MBA), the Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC), the

Educational Specialist in Curriculum and Instruction

and the Bachelor of Science in Sport Management

completely online. Tuition for MBU’s online programs is

historically among the lowest in the St. Louis area.

Building on an already successful distance-

learning program, the move is certain to provide

students increased flexibility to pursue a degree while

not sacrificing academic integrity.

“We have long had a conviction to meet students where they are,” said Dr. Arlen

Dykstra, MBU’s provost and vice president of academic affairs. “The goal of these new

online programs is to better facilitate learning for all students, no matter where they

live or how busy they might be.”

In addition to these new online programs, MBU offers nearly 100 courses online,

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For more information about the University’s online programs, go to mobap.edu/online or call 314-434-1115.

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Lindenwood University in St. Charles has residential availability for the spring semester and is offering transfer scholarships and a free January Term class to any student who transfers for the coming semester. “This is an excellent opportunity for students who are thinking about

transferring at the semester break to come see the new LU,” said Joe Parisi, dean of day Admissions at Lindenwood. “Our transfer scholarships and the free J-Term class are a great deal.”

Typically, Lindenwood’s J-Term classes are only free to students who are enrolled in the preceding fall and following spring semesters.

Parisi also mentioned new facilities like the $20 million Evans Commons, which opened in August and features an array of amenities exclusively for student use, including a food court-style dining hall, athletic courts, movie and music rooms, a suspended track, and a vast assortment of state-of-the-art workout equipment.

“This is a really exciting time to be a Lindenwood student,” Parisi said. “We have 84 undergraduate degree programs, so there is something here for just about everyone. for students in the Metro Area, there is also the opportunity to ‘go away’ to school on a first-class residential campus and still be close to home.”

For more information, call 636-949-4949 or visit lindenwood.edu.

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Surrounded by beautiful homes and located in the center of the St. Louis metropolitan area, it might surprise you that the small school sitting on 13 acres at the corner of big bend and Wydown has big things going on.

There’s a lot of excitement on the campus of Fontbonne University these days, thanks in part to a newly renovated building – Anheuser-busch hall – that boasts state-of-the-art biology laboratories, a new business conference room and classrooms, fashion merchandising classrooms, a food sciences laboratory, as well as the brand new Monsanto greenhouse.

Fontbonne’s well-known programs, some nationally recognized, include deaf education, speech-language pathology, dietetics, education, business, fine arts and theatre, just to name a few. In all, nearly 60 majors and minors give students a great opportunity to find their passion. And the university has new majors in accounting, advertising and social work.

The university has also established the Eckelkamp College of Global business and Professional Studies, an excellent training ground for tomorrow’s business leaders. Under the purview of the business college are the university’s accelerated OPTIONS programs for busy adults. bachelor’s and master’s degrees are offered, including an online MbA and specialized graduate programs in supply chain management and nonprofit management.

Fontbonne University has been around since 1923, giving the school nearly 90 years to establish its quality reputation. Talk to alums and you’ll find out that the Griffins are fiercely loyal and supportive. you’ll also find out that – yes – the school is coed. And it has been since the early 1970s!

Did you know Fontbonne has 19 athletic teams, including one of Missouri’s only NCAA–sanctioned men’s and women’s lacrosse teams? And we have a live action mascot named Gunner who keeps fans on their toes.

hands-on education that exposes students to real-world experiences is a focal point of Fontbonne’s academic programs. Fontbonne professors have excellent credentials and are committed to helping each individual student reach their potential. With small class sizes, faculty can offer the personal attention that students have come to expect when they attend Fontbonne. Diversity and open communication are stressed at Fontbonne, and that makes it easy for students to be themselves.

After all, the motto of the university is “learn more – be more®.”Find out more at fontbonne.edu or call 1-800-205-5862 – and attend

Fontbonne’s Open House on Oct. 28!

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Northland College adopted an environmental mission in 1971. Northland offers a full range of disciplines, including business, art, natural resources, meteorology and English. Students receive personal attention from faculty who demonstrate excellence in teaching and mentoring.

beautiful, natural location. Northland is located on the south shore of Lake Superior, the world’s largest freshwater lake. Instructional and recreational college programs utilize the area’s vast natural resources, including the Chequamegon-Nicolet National forest and the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore.

A higher education pioneer. Northland was one of the first colleges to adopt an environmental mission. The school has made significant strides toward integrating environmental concerns in its curriculum, as well as sustainable operation of student-run programs and energy-efficient facilities. In 2011, Northland College received the highest score from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in higher Education for sustainable education and research.

An affordable private college. Northland College’s Access Guarantee program offers a private college education at a public school cost. Information on qualifications can be found at northland.edu/tuition-match.

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First-time, full-time admitted freshmen from

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Nationally recognized for the caliber of its

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Whether you’re in the middle of your college decision process, or just getting started, it’s important to learn as much as possible about campus life at all of your top school choices. Maryville University offers several visit options for prospective and admitted students – all geared toward familiarizing students with life on campus.

The most popular option is a personal campus tour. The best time to schedule a visit to Maryville is when classes are in session; this gives you the opportunity to see students in action, or sit in on a class. During your visit, you might choose to meet with an admission counselor, tour campus and the residence halls, meet with a professor, have lunch with students in the dining hall or schedule time with an athletic coach. A campus visit may be as short as two hours or as long as a full day, depending on your interests and availability.

The second option is Maryville’s day-long, half-day, group visit program called Dawg Days, scheduled for Friday, Nov. 11, and Monday, Feb. 20. This visit option takes about four hours, and allows you to spend the day with other prospective freshman while you learn about academic programs, student life, athletics, scholarships and financial aid options.

Finally, admitted students have the option of learning what it’s like to live the life of a “Saint” by participating in the “Saint for a Day” program. Students bring a pillow and a sleeping bag and stay overnight with a host student. The next day, students “shadow” their hosts by attending class or even a club meeting. There’s no better way to experience life on campus.

“Saint for a Day” visits are scheduled for March 18–19 and 25-26, 2012.

For more information about Maryville University’s campus visit options, log onto maryville.edu/visit or call 314-529-9350.

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By Jennifer GrossNational Association for College Admission Counseling

Surviving & Thriving ...

SENIORYEARit starts piling up almost as soon as the bell rings on your first day of senior year: item after item appears on your ever-growing list of things to do. There’s school work – books to read, papers to write, tests to study for. There are your activities – clubs, sports, community organizations – and as a senior, you’re probably part of the leadership of at least one of those groups. Then there’s a whole new set of responsibilities – the college search and application process. And of course, there are those little necessities like sleeping, eating and spending time with family and friends.

If just thinking about your schedule makes you tired, read on for some tips on coping with senior year. Write it doWn. One of the best investments a student can make is a calendar or day planner. Take some time to write down (or type in to your cell phone) all of your upcoming commitments. But don’t stop with getting

your schedule into your planner, also use this method to help sort out conflicts. When you see possible “crunch times,” think about what you can do to reduce your stress. For example, you might have to buckle down and start that research paper a bit earlier than you’d like. siMPliFy. Even the most well-organized students can be overwhelmed by too many commitments. If you feel like you’re drowning in activity, it may be time to cut back. Of course, blowing off that big Calculus test is not an option (at least, not if you want decent grades), but dropping extracurricular activities that no longer interest you, or delegating more leadership responsibilities, could give you some relief. FoCus. The goal of college admission is to find a college that fits your personal goals, values and personality. It is not a competition to see who among your classmates can get into the most selective or prestigious college.

As much as possible, focus on your own interests and goals. Try to stay away from comparing yourself to your friends or classmates. What’s right for them may not be right for you. tAKe CAre oF you. It may be tempting to stay up an extra few hours or even pull an all-nighter to get things done, but you’ll pay the price. Losing sleep regularly can take its toll on your health and well-being as well as your academic performance.

When you feel overwhelmed or fatigued, make some time to relax, spend time with friends or family, or do something that refreshes you. Seeking advice from a family member or guidance counselor can also help.

Finally, this is your senior year. You might be busy. You might feel stressed at times. But you should also take every opportunity to make your last year in high school a memorable one.


What Do an acaDemy aWarD nominateD actor, the first female space shuttle commanDer, the governor of haWaii, anD a past presiDent of the naacp have in common? All four got their start at a community college. Are you surprised? You shouldn’t be.

For millions of students across the country community colleges provide educational excellence at an affordable price, making it a great place for students to begin their academic careers – especially in Missouri, where qualified students can earn a “free ride” courtesy of the A+ Scholarship.

“For students who meet the requirements, the A+ program (details at dhe.mo.gov) can provide two years of a college education with no tuition costs. For us that’s a $2,040 savings per year at 12 credit hours per semester,” explained Kathy Brockgreitens-Gober, dean of Enrollment Services at St. Charles Community College.

But money isn’t the only reason to consider the community college option as Yvette Sweeney, dean of Student Development explained. “It’s a great place to explore career options while completing your general education requirements.”

And for students who may need some time to adjust to college life, either academically or emotionally, the community college environment might be the perfect fit.

“For me, it was a lot less intimidating than a four-year college,” explained SCC student Eddie O’Neil. “I wasn’t the best student in high school because I never learned the skills to be a good student, but the community college taught me those skills.”

O’Neil said he went from being a not-so-great high school student to being on the dean’s list at SCC. He’ll graduate from SCC in December and plans to pursue a political science degree at either Truman University or Southeast Missouri State University. Long-term, he has his eye on law school at New York University.

“Many students enter college without a well defined idea of what they want to do,” acknowledged Dean Sweeney. “But community colleges provide career counseling and degree programs that can help them decide on a future that is well suited to them.”

“That’s so true,” echoed O’Neil. “I was very undecided, a wayward soul, but here I could focus on my gen eds and discover what was right for me.”

Regardless of whether students attend the community college for career training, or as an alternate path to a four-year degree, Sweeney said

the goal is provide them with the skills they need to make good decisions for the rest of their lives.

“Our faculty is great at this,” she said. “Not only are they wonderful instructors, but they also help in advising our students about important next steps. Plus, we offer career counseling and job-shadowing that allows students to test drive a career before committing to a particular path or degree program. Ultimately, we want to make it an easy transition from our campus to wherever they go next.”

According to O’Neil, SCC has succeeded in that regard. “I attribute a great deal of my success to this faculty and staff.”

“One of the benefits of the community college is that our classes are smaller and our students can really get to know our instructors,” Sweeney said.

Smaller classes and a smaller campus also make it easier to make friends among the student body and gain leadership experience.

“My first semester here, I was so shy,” O”Neil said. “But once I got to know the instructors and became involved in student organizations (he is secretary of the Student Senate, president of S.A.G.E, and a past member of the International Club), I realized that my college experience was comparable to my friends at four-year universities.” Just like at four-year colleges, he said, the Student Activities Office always has something planned.

Through the decades, community colleges have become cognizant of the fact that students need the full experience of college life, complete with activities, athletics, academics and many other paths to success. And, as Dean Brockgreitens-Gober pointed, they can be the perfect environment to cultivate more than just the maturity and skills.

“For students who choose to transfer from the community college to a four-year university, there is a great deal of financial assistance in terms of scholarships.” She encouraged students to visit the community college’s website for details.

For many students, like Eddie O’Neil, the community college also offers the chance to raise GPAs and be eligible for those transfer scholarships.

“The reason I love this place so much is because it really allows for your growth as an individual,” O’Neil said. – Kate Uptergrove

“My tenure at the Community College of Baltimore was undoubtedly one of the most memorable times of my life. It was there that I began to stop dreaming about the goals I would achieve and instead set forth a plan to make them happen.” - Kweisi Mfume, former president of the NAACP

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“open yourself to neW possibilities anD neW experiences!” That’s the advice of University of Missouri-St. Louis senior Kayla Strauss, who spent seven months living in Japan and studying at Kansai University during late 2010 and early 2011.

Yes, she was there when the earthquake struck on Friday, March 11, 2011.

“I was on the 9th floor of a department store in Tokyo when it happened,” Strauss explained. “In fact, it was because of the earthquake that I cut my trip short and came home.”

She had planned to stay in Japan for a full year, but understandably her parents were concerned.

Watching the drama of the earthquake and tsunami unfold, it’s hard to imagine anything more memorable, but Strauss points to dozens and dozens of smaller events that shaped her study abroad experience.

“There are so many memorable moments! I saw people texting while riding their bikes. I even saw one person texting while riding a bike and holding an umbrella. My roommate, Eri, was a really great person. We talked all the time – in Japanese because she didn’t speak any English,” Kayla said. She noted that her roommate had an interesting perception of Americans. “She thought we were all very skinny. I was talking about the obesity problem in our country, and she told me she thought all Americans looked like the super models she saw on TV.”

Perhaps that is one of the greatest rewards of studying abroad – being able to see yourself through someone else’s eyes.

“Having red hair and being almost six feet tall made me stick out like a sore thumb,” Strauss said. “Studying abroad gave me the chance to experience what it felt like to be a minority.”

And, she said, it expanded her world view. Although Strauss is a modern languages major, she stressed that

a study abroad experience is “about so much more than just language.”

“A study abroad experience has the potential to change your life for the better. It really allowed me to appreciate my world more,” Strauss said, although she was quick to point out that the study abroad experience is not a vacation. “You have to attend classes and learn to take care of yourself in a strange environment. It’s not time away from school.” And, she pointed out, “Short term and long term experiences are totally different.”

At Fontbonne University, Study Abroad director, Gail Schafers, conceded that most students interested in study abroad opportunities were choosing summer and short term travel programs that last between three and four weeks. To conduct these programs, Fontbonne partners with a consortium of other private universities.

“For many students, the biggest deterrent to longer experiences is the cost,” Schafers said, noting that

time is also a hurdle that students have to overcome. “Students who plan to study abroad for a whole semester or a whole year need to consider that option earlier rather than later and plan it into their course load and schedule.”

Joel Glassman, Ph.D., director of International Studies and Programs at UMSL echoed Schafers’ assessment.

“We have some wonderful semester and full year programs, but 75 percent of our students (who participate in international studies) choose short-term experiences,” he said. “Many students, when you ask them about studying abroad, say, ‘Oh, that’s probably not something I’m going to do.’”

Dr. Glassman’s goal is to change their response. “Until you think of something as a real, achievable goal, you don’t target it or work toward it, but studying abroad is within the reach of most students with advance planning.”

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Advice for students who plan to study abroad

1. When selecting a college be sure to ask about study abroad availability. Find out if scholarships are available for this purpose. Ask whether the school conducts its own programs, is part of a consortium, or encourages independent study.

2. As a college freshmen, attend seminars and ask questions. Get to know the Study Abroad staff and stay abreast of current opportunities, changes in world travel and scholarship availability.

3. Seek advice from other students who have “been there, done that,” especially if you are planning on a long-term experience. If possible talk with a variety students and try to include some who have the same temperament as you do.

Dr. Glassman noted, “All of UMSL’s deans enthusiastically support study aboard and our faculty does a wonderful job of working with students to achieve their goals. We provide a great deal of counseling for the student and offer quite a few scholarships.”

“I had to apply for a lot of scholarships to be able to go to Japan,” Strauss admitted, noting that her experience at Kansai University took a year of careful planning.

Webster University graduate Tim Abeln offered another option. “I paid for my study abroad experience the old-fashioned way – with student loans.” He laughed, then added, “A less expensive option is to enroll directly at a foreign university. I did that for my second trip to Guadalajara. It was a summer program, so I took just four credit hours at a total admission cost of just $350.”

Schafers, however, cautioned that students who work outside the American university’s study abroad office can run the risk of acquiring credits that will not transfer back to the student’s school of choice. “On the internet there are program finders that students can use to find study abroad programs that meet their basic requirements, but not all of them are good. One of the main things I do, in assisting students, is determining if the credits they take abroad will be acceptable to Fontbonne.” When students participate in the study abroad options sponsored by their American university that concern all but disappears.

Abeln said he can see it both ways. Currently, he is a Spanish language instructor at Marietta College in Marietta, Ohio, and previously he had conducted study abroad experiences for Ohio University. As both an undergraduate and graduate student, he acknowledged he was a very independent study abroad student.

“I really enjoyed being on my own, but not all students are like that. Some prefer the security of traveling with an instructor and students from their university,” Abeln said. As an instructor, he was responsible for 10 to 15 students and taught a Study Abroad Experience class. As part of the class, his students were expected to keep a journal and participate in pre-established cultural experiences.

“Traveling abroad brings quite a bit to a student’s experience,” Abeln said. “They learn to see the world from a whole different perspective and that makes them more culturally competent and contributes to their overall growth as students and citizens of the world.”

“I just started to see the world as it really is and it completely shocked me and changed my opinion on everything ... on life and my values and certainly my own sense of self.”

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Succeeding in the college classroom doesn’t have to be a mystery. By using a few key study tips, the transition from high school classroom to college lecture hall can be easier than you think. (Psst, seniors. You can use these tips as well to finish high school strong.)

Finding your

Study Stride

I really want afour-year degree.

We really canhelp you get one.

deVeloP A study sChedule Mapping out a study strategy for the

semester that carves out time every day to study will help ensure that you don’t leave everything until the last minute.Find the right enVironMent

Hitting the books in an environment conducive to studying is just as important as carving out time in your day to study. If your study environment includes a dorm room full of friends, a television and pizza, you probably aren’t concentrating enough on your course material. Find a library, quiet coffee shop or study room in your dorm that provides the environment you need.get the Most out oF your textbooKs

College textbooks are an incredible resource for understanding and learning course information outside of the classroom. Studies show that students who use their

textbooks and supplemental materials, perform better and get higher grades.

One way to get the most out of your textbook is to preview your reading assignments to help you focus on the reading material. This includes scanning the chapter titles, headlines, subheads and other prominent information to get an idea beforehand what material you should be learning. Taking notes in the margins of your textbooks will also help you remember key concepts and serve as a quick reference study guide.tAKe breAKs

Give your mind a rest by budgeting breaks into your study schedule. Use this time to think about things other than your coursework. Sometimes your brain needs a break so that it can be as effective as possible when you do crack open a book.

And don’t forget to get some rest.engAge With your ProFessors And teAChing AssistAnts

As with all aspects of a college career, you’ll find independent action is required to be successful. Don’t be afraid to utilize your professors and teaching assistants as a resource for learning outside of class. They are there to help you succeed and have office hours and study sessions for a reason. suPPleMent With A grouP study

Discussing concepts, quizzing each other and engaging in challenging interactive discussions can help bring course concepts to life in a way that individual studying cannot. Just be careful to select your study mates wisely and come to the group armed with a plan of what needs to be discussed.

– article courtesy of nacacnet.org; photo courtesy of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

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onCe the College APPliCAtion ProCess is CoMPlete, it can be challenging to focus on the remaining months of senior year. The condition playfully termed “senioritis” usually begins with the receipt of an acceptance letter and can worsen until grades fall, reflecting behavioral patterns that raise red flags and cause admission offices to reevaluate their previous offer.

Colleges and universities often offer chances of forgiveness before rescinding an admission letter – realizing that senioritis can be an unfortunate side effect of a student’s relief over finally being finished with the college admission process – however, not all cases can be fixed, and formerly admitted students are sometimes regrettably rejected.

In the 2008 State of College Admission, NACAC (National Association for College Admission Counseling) published the results of a survey that found that more than one-third of colleges had revoked an admission offer during the Fall 2007 admission cycle. When asked why offers of admission were revoked, the majority of institutions (69%) said final grades were to blame.

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The college search and admission process is a life-changing event for your child, and often the whole family. It signals the beginning of a child’s transition from teenager to young adult. As a result, it can be difficult for parents to strike the right balance of being helpful without being pushy. Here are some dos and don’ts for parents to guide you through the world of college selection and admission.do leArn About the ProCess Even if you have vivid memories of your own college decisions, realize that the college admission process has changed since you attended. do disCuss restriCtions uP Front If there are financial or geographic restrictions that limit the range of colleges your child can consider, discuss

them with your child at the beginning of the college search to avoid sudden disappointments. don’t liMit ChoiCes bAsed on Fees Financial aid often helps families send their children to even the most expensive colleges. No matter your income level, find

out all you can about financial aid. do reMind your Child oF deAdlines Teenagers are often very busy and have weak time management skills, so do help your child keep track of important college application deadlines. But remember, the goal is for your child to “own” the process, so be ready to step back and let him make the college decision that is right for him. do listen And oFFer AdViCe For many students, this is their first adult decision – and it can be difficult. Be

ready to listen and console without taking control of the situation or dismissing your child’s feelings or concerns. do be your Child’s CheerleAder The college admission process can be stressful. Your child may feel uncertain about the decisions he must make, fearful of rejection from colleges, or anxious about meeting deadlines for both college applications and his schoolwork. Over the course of the search process, your child may change his mind (more than once) about his career aspirations, academic goals, or what he wants in a college. All of this is normal. Parents can help their college-bound child by offering plenty of encouragement, a listening ear and gentle guidance. And, don’t forget to celebrate each step along your child’s journey from high school to college.

– content provided by the National Association for College Admission Counseling

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