August 16, 2005

UNM to introduce high school seniors to campus life

The University of New Mexico will host more than 1,000 prospective students and their families on main campus during “Senior Day,” designed to introduce high school seniors to campus life, Saturday, Sept. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Tours of campus and the residence halls will be provided along with information about admission, financial aid, scholarships, academic programs and student activities.

Prospective students will be treated to lunch at 12:30 p.m. To top off the day, discounted football tickets for the UNM Lobos vs. New Mexico State Aggies game are available to students and families. The game begins at 6:05 p.m. in University Stadium.

Sponsored by the UNM Division of Student Affairs/Office of Recruitment Services, the event serves as the major fall visitation day for high school seniors.

“We are pleased to host prospective students and their families for this annual event, which allows us to showcase UNM's excellent academic programs and outstanding student support services,” said Lawrence Roybal, UNM Recruitment Services associate director.

For information, call 505-277-2260 or 1-800-CALL UNM (225-5866), ext. 3.

Contact: Laurie Mellas Ramirez, (505) 277-5915

Posted by scarr at August 16, 2005 09:30 AM