Creek to College Workshop

Zoom Opening Session
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
Dr. Jennifer Ziegenfus, Interim Director of Admissions, University of Colorado Boulder
Shanna Pomager, Senior Director for Admissons, University of Denver
Erika Pepmeyer, Director 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.

International College Options: Around the World in 60 Minutes

Australia - Todd St. Vrain - University of Melbourne
Canada - Chris Weber - University of British Columbia
England - Alana Stuart - University of East Anglia
Ireland - Kerry Collins - University of Galway
New Zealand - Kelsey Jackson - Victoria University of Wellington
Are your students interested in pursuing educational opportunities outside of the United States? Travel around the world to Australia, Canada, England, Ireland and New Zealand 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.

What is Engineering and its Infinite Possibilities as a Career

Dale Gaubutz, Executive Director of Admissions, Colorado School of Mines
There are many different engineering professions. Learn about the 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 - Everything that is New!

Adam Ingersoll, Founder, Compass Education Group (CA)
The standardized testing landscape is changing constantly. Learn more about the variety of standardized exams (ACT/SAT/PSAT/AP), the SAT's transition to a digital, adaptive format, 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.

compass_guide_to_admission_testing.pdf

10:50-11:50 AM Breakout Sessions

Making the Most of Your College Visit!

Adrienne Loveland, Associate Director of Admissions, University of Wyoming
Katie Carter, Admissions Counselor, University of Oregon
How do I get the most out of a college visit? What if I can't visit campus? How do I navigate college fairs, college visits at Creek, virtual college visit options? This session will explore all the different ways to get to know a college better.

Pre-Med and Health Profession Options - How to Become a Successful Medical School Applicant

James McKinnell, Associate Dean for Pre-Professional Programming & Development, University College, Professor, Department of Pediatrics, University of New Mexico Health Sciences
Have you always considered becoming a doctor in the future? Do you know what it takes to become a strong medical school applicant? Do you know what other options are in the health profession if I don’t become a doctor? This session will give insight into the med school process and other options in the health care profession.

Applying to Highly Selective Colleges

Zachary Evans, 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.

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 know 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.

Cherry Creek High School

Location

9300 East Union Avenue
Greenwood Village, CO 80111

Post Grad Mission Statement

The Post Graduate Center provides students with the knowledge and resources needed so each individual student feels that he or she is empowered to make an appropriate choice for his or her post graduate plans. The Post Graduate Center provides opportunities and education to all students, parents, and families concerning college searches, admissions, financial aid, and possible scholarship opportunities. The Post Graduate Center works closely with colleges to provide accurate information and fosters the relationship with a broad variety of colleges to be able to meet the needs of the individual student.

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