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Creek to College

A College Planning Workshop for Creek Students and Parents
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​Saturday, November 14,  2020
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Zoom Link will be emailed prior to event.

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​ 
Clark V. Brigger, Executive Director of Admissions, University of Colorado Boulder
Heather Daniels, Director of Admissions, Colorado State University
Kim Medina, Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Management, University of Northern Colorado
Derek Dubose, Assistant Vice Chancellor for Admissions, University of Denver

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. 
NCAA - College Athletic Recruiting ​101
Jason Kesner, Assistant Director of NCAA Compliance, University of Denver
NCAA recruiting is a complex and confusing process. This session will help you understand NCAA requirements and the timeline needed to comply to become a NCAA athlete. This session is for people considering Division I and Division II athletics in any sport.
​What is Engineering and How do I Pursue it as a Career?
Dale Gaubutz, Director of Admissions, Colorado Schools of Mines
Mirna Mattjik, PhD, Faculty - Teaching Associate Professor in the EDS Division, Cornerstone Design@Mines Program,             Faculty in the First Year Honors Program
Nicholas Karst, Student - Colorado School of Mines Class of 2023

Matt Lopez, Associate Vice President, Enrollment Services & Executive Director, Admissions Services, ASU
Kim Robinson-Coordinator, Outreach and Student Recruitment, Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, ASU
Luci (Lucianne) Morin - pursuing her degree in Biomedical Engineering, Fulton Ambassador, Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, ASU
Mike McBride-Director, Outreach and Student Recruitment, Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, ASU

There are many different engineering professions. Learn about different undergraduate experiences and what it may look like should you choose to major in engineering and what you should be doing in high school to prepare.
ACT/SAT/Standardized Tests - COVID Style!
Adam Ingersol. 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/Subject Tests), 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


Out of State Options - Why to Highly Consider Them! 
Anne-Browning Wilson, Assistant Director of Admission, Mississippi State University
Heather Wofford, Assistant Director of Admission, Oregon State University
Anna Aegerter, Senior Associate Director of Admissions, University of Redlands

Adrienne Loveland, Associate Director of Admissions, University of Wyoming
It is hard to narrow down what type of colleges to apply to and what differences to consider when deciding what college is a good fit? Why should I consider out-of-state options when I have great colleges in Colorado? Join this session to debunk myths about all the different college options and specific differences between in-state and out-of-state options.
Applying to Highly Selective Colleges 
Monica Herrera, Associate Director, Johns Hopkins University
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. Join this session for a frank discussion about academic, extracurricular, and emotional factors that need to be in place to become a strong applicant to highly selective schools.
Applying to the US Service Academies
Chuck Scott, Director, Service Academy Prep Program, New Mexico Military Institute
Is it hard to understand what is needed to be a strong candidate for a Military Academy? Have you considered other options if not directly admitted to an Academy? Join this session to hear about the specific application  process for our military academies.
​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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  • Home
    • About Us
  • Events
    • College Planning Schedule
    • Lunchtime Workshops
    • Coffee Talk Dates
  • Planning for College
    • 4- year Planning Timelines
    • College Visits at Creek
    • College Campus Visits
    • Military Academies
    • NCAA
  • Paying for College
    • What are the Costs?
    • FAFSA/CSS Profile
    • Scholarships
    • Colorado Opportunity Fund (COF)
    • Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)
  • Applying to College
    • Application Key Terms
    • Application Steps
    • College Essay Help
    • Using Naviance
    • Transcript Request Forms
  • Alumni Requests
  • College Admission Officers
  • Career Exploration and Opportunities