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9:00-9:30 AM Opening Session
Craig Wittgrove, Counselor/Post Grad Coordinator

9:40-10:40 AM  Breakout Sessions

Admissions Unplugged: The Process at CU, CSU, UNC, and DU​ 
Heather Daniels, Director of Admissions, Colorado State University
Clark V. Brigger, Executive Director of Admissions, University of Colorado Boulder
Shanna Pomager, Senior Director for Admissons, University of Denver
Jon Mires. Senior Associate of Admission, University of Northern Colorado
CU, CSU, UNC, and DU - these are the in-state schools our students apply to most often. Learn how each college reads and processes applications, and what they want to know about you.​
Computer Science and Endless Possibilities
Dr. Robert Thompson, Associate Professor, Department of Computer Science, Colorado School of Mines
Dale Gaubutz, Executive Director of Admissions, Colorado School of Mines
We live in an ever-changing world and computer science is a big part of our everyday life. This session will share what you should do to prepare in high school, about computer science as a major, what it looks like to study computer science at the college level, and what careers are available.
​Applying to Highly Selective Colleges ​
Zachary Evans, Deputy Director of Admissions, University of Chicago
As the number of students applying to highly selective colleges continues to climb, students and families need to understand the intricacies of the selection process. This session will be a frank discussion about academic, extracurricular, and emotional factors that need to be in place to become a strong applicant to highly selective schools.
ACT/SAT/Standardized Tests - Test Optional Style!
Adam Ingersoll, Founder, Compass Education Group (CA)
The standardized testing landscape is changing constantly. Join this session to learn more about the variety of standardized exams (ACT/SAT/PSAT/AP), how to interpret test optional policies, which test(s) to take and why, when to take the exams, and how colleges use the different exams in the admissions process.

10:50-11:50 AM Breakout Sessions

Honors Colleges - Why to Highly Consider Them! 
Leigh Selting, Associate Dean, Honors College, University of Wyoming
Adrienne Loveland, Associate Director of Admissions, University of Wyoming
Kristen Borel, Colorado Lead Coordinator, Admission Services at Arizona State University
What is an honors college and how can it be an asset to your college experience? Join this session to learn about honors programs, why it could be a valuable experience and what you can look for in an honors program at universities.
International College Options: Around the World in 60 Minutes
Alana Stuart, Regional Manager (USA/Canada), University of East Anglia (UK)
Jen Boucher, Deputy Director of US Admissions, American University of Paris (American Universities abroad)
Lea-Anne Allen, Regional Director (North America), Macquarie University (Australia)
Britt Fernandes, Associate International Recruiter, University of British Columbia (Canada)
Margaret Cardosi, North American Officer, University of Cork (Ireland)
Jason Via, International Recruitment Manager (Americas), University of Stirling (Scotland)
Are your students interested in pursuing educational opportunities outside of the United States? Travel around the world to Australia, Canada, Scotland, England, American Universities Abroad, and Ireland, by listening to a variety of international representatives speak about what it takes to complete a degree abroad and what makes their country unique. We hope these brief introductions will inspire you to further investigate international destinations.
Comprehensive Academic Support from High School to Higher Education
Sarah Sampe, Assistant Director, Admissions & Recruitment, SALT Center, University of Arizona
What common problems face students with learning style differences, IEP’s or 504’s? What support systems and accommodations can be provided for students with physical disabilities? Learn how colleges provide resources so that all students can have access to a college education.
​College Essay 2.0 - Providing a Voice to Your College Application 
Chris Jacob, English Faculty, CCHS
Is it hard to narrow down what to write about for a college essay and what makes a strong college essay? Join this session to understand what colleges look for in a college essay, how to add your voice and authenticity to your essay, and to get tips on how to start.

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