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Blog posts September 2014

Washington University in St. Louis High School Summer Experience

Washington University in St. Louis will be hosting a Summer Scholars program allowing students to enroll in two undergraduate courses while living on campus or commuting from home.  Students can earn college credit and get an early taste of college life.  Students may also enroll in the Summer Insti…

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ATTENTION PROSPECTIVE UWF STUDENTS!!!!

On Oct. 5th, 2014 from 4-6pm the University of West Florida will be holding an instant admission decision event at a Panera Bread in your area.
Panera Bread
709 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606
Please advertise this opportunity to your students. They would need to-

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District College Nights

The district will be hosting several college nights this week.  Hear speakers from the SUS system, private Florida Universities, Guidmii and much more!  It is a great opportunity to gather additional information during the application process.  The dates and locations are:

Monday 9/29 at Sickles…

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Upcoming Events This Week:

College Representative Visits:

U of Alabama @ Birmingham-9/29 at 9:30-Guidance

Auburn University-9/29 at 1:00PM-Guidance

USF-St. Pete's 9/30 at 8:00AM-Guidance

FAU Honors College 9/30 at 10:30-Guidance

Florida Southern College 9/30 at 12:00-Guidance

University of West Florida 9/30/14 at 12:45P…

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Benedict College Open House

Benedict College (Columbia, SC) will be hosting its Spring Open House Program on Saturday, November, 1, 2014. from 8:00 AM to 12:00 noon.  A free lunch will be provided for all Open House guests immediately following the program.  Tickets for the Benedict College vs. Albany State football game are a…

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College Week Live!

College Week Live offers several opportunities for students to interact with admissions reps from all over the country to discuss the application process, financial aid, scholarships, and standardized tests.  Please visit CollegeWeekLive.com to learn more and to sign up for events!

Attention Sophomores!!!

Hugh O'Brian Youth leadership(HOBY) is the nation's foremost youth leadership development organization. HOBY programs provide youth with unique leadership training to make a better world.

 

Student will return from a three or four day seminar as a change leader-equipped with leadership skills, se…

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FSU Field trip-Nov.10th!

A field trip to visit the campus of FSU has been scheduled for November 10th.  Please see Mrs. Usher for more details and an application.   Please note that students can only attend a maximum of two college tour field trips.  

Dartmouth College Information Session

Dartmouth College will be hosting an information session on September 22nd at 7:00PM.

The event will be held at:

Tampa Prepatory school

727 W Cass St

Tampa, FL

 

Please visit http://dartgo.org/ontheroad to RSVP.

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Tufts University/Vanderbilt University/Vassar College Evening Information Session

 Each fall, representatives from Vanderbilt UniversityTufts University, and Vassar College host joint information sessions in a number of cities. Lasting 90 minutes, these events provide students and parents with a general overview of highly selective college admissions, the admissions/financi…

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Duke University Open House

Duke University will be hosting an open house on October 14th at 7:00 PM.  The event will be held at:

Tampa Marriott Westshore

1001 N. Westshore Boulevard

Tampa, FL 33607

 

Pleas register at admiss.ugrad.duke.edu/discover-duke

 

Duke admissions officers will present information and answer …

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Washington University in St. Louis Admissions Information Session

Washington University in St. Louis will be holding an information sessions on October 19th  from 4:00-5:00 PM at:

Renaissance Orlando Airport Hotel

5445 Forbes Place

Orlando, FL

407-240-1000

 

Please visit admissions.wustl.edu for more details.

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College Visits

Representatives from the following colleges will be on campus this week:

FSU-9:45 on 9/16 in the auditorium

Florida Polytechnic University-12:15 on 9/16 in Mrs. Usher's office

St. Leo University-11:30 on 9/19 at 11:30 in Mrs. usher's office.

 

Sign up online for a pass through the college rep.…

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Ithaca College Open House

Ithaca College will be hosting open houses on their campus on the following dates:

September 27th

October 4th

October 13th

October 25th

November 11th

 

For more details and to register, go to my.ithaca.edu

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University of Miami/Florida International Field Trip

There will be a field trip to tour the campuses of the University of Miami and Florida International University on October 28, 2014.  Please complete the attached application and return it to Mrs. Usher no later than September 26th.  There are a limited number of spots available, so sign up early. …

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Community Service Opportunity

Junior Achievement is seeking students to assist with recycling education kits.  Students will be able to participate Wednesdays from 3:30-5:30.  Junior Achievement is seeking between 3-10 students weekly.  Please see Mrs. Usher for more details.  

Erwin Tech Campus Visit

A field trip to tour Erwin Technical School is scheduled for NOVEMBER 19th.  Only 30 students are able to participate, so please complete the application and return to Mrs. Usher by OCTOBER 15th.  Contact Mrs. Usher for further details.

Application for Erwin Tech Field Trip

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Diversity and College Access Fair

The fair is a virtual, free event for students to connect with colleges, chat with admissions counselors, get all their questions answered, and learn about campus life from current college students. Students also have a chance at winning a $1,000 scholarship just for attending.

Registration fo…

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University of Florida/Sante Fe College Campus tour field trip!

A field trip to tour the campuses of the University of Florida and Sante Fe College has been scheduled for November 5th.  Students that are interested in attending this trip MUST complete the application and return it to Mrs. Usher no later than September 26th.  Please note that students are limite…

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Attention Military Potential Military Academy Applicants!!!

Congresswoman Kathy Castor will be hosting Academy Day 2014 on Saturday October 18, 2014 from 9:00 AM to 12 PM at the Davis Conference Center located on MacDill Air Force Base.  Information will be provided on the various Academies and the process in which to apply.  Pleas see Mrs. Usher for an RSVP…

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