Wednesday, Apr. 8, Miramonte hosted a Mini college fair on the quad during lunch. The mini fair allowed students to explore many different Colleges and Universities.
The event brought together many representatives from a variety of schools who were able to answer questions about campus life, academics, and the admission process.
“These fairs allow students to chat with the actual college reps that will be reading their application,” College and career consular Megan Buckly said
Unlike other college fairs, the size of this event allowed Miramonte students to have more one-on-one conversations. Students were able to take their time learning about different schools and programs. This was hosted outside on the quad in front of the junior tables, and was quite small. This environment made it easier to ask questions and receive meaningful responses.
The fair encouraged students to think more about their future and higher education. Whether students were Seniors, Juniors, or Sophomores, everyone was able to benefit from the chance to gather information and make connections. Counselors were also present to guide students through and help them make the most out of the Fair.
“These college reps want to help our students and are so excited to meet our students. The process can be intimidating, and our hope is that by having an informal way of chatting with these reps, students realize they have someone on their side,” buckly said.
In addition to valuable information, the fair reminded students about how important the application process is, and to get ahead of it. For juniors, it gave them a chance to seriously consider their options and prepare for the upcoming application process. For seniors, it gave them a final opportunity to gather last-minute information and make their final decision. Even first-year students benefited from the fair by exploring the options available after high school. “ It was nice to see different schools, and be able to learn more to help guide me,” Sophomore
Schools in attendance varied from large public schools, such as the University of Wisconsin—Madison, to smaller institutions, like Villanova University, giving students exposure to a wide range of schools.
The following are the schools that attended the fair: Sacred Heart University, University Nevada Reno, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, Baylor University, University of Arizona, Miami, University Oregon State, University Washington State University, Purdue University, WPI-Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Bard College, Seton Hall University, Villanova University, Arizona State University, University of Oregon, University of Utah, Texas Christian University, and University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Overall, the mini college fair provided Miramonte students with an opportunity to explore future options, make personal connections, and feel more confident about the college application process. By creating an open, relaxed environment, the event allowed students to think about life after high school.
