Dogs and Final Exams

Now that recommendations are behind us, we can get back to posting the latest in college news.  Being a dog-lover, this is a great place to start!  What a wonderful way to break the tension that builds around final exams. It would certainly work for me!

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Auburn Engineering E-Day

Auburn University is inviting students considering a career in engineering to join them and feel the excitement of Alabama's premier engineering educational experience. Auburn Engineering's annual open house gives students a chance to learn about our campus, our programs and the incredible opportunities the college offers.
Middle and high school students have opportunities to chat one-on-one with students and faculty, experience interactive exhibits, and visit classes and labs, including the new Shelby Center. They can also tour the beautiful Auburn campus, and learn about admissions, scholarships, financial aid, and residence life.  The event will take place on February 22 from 8 AM to 2 PM, CST, in Auburn University's Student Center and Shelby Center.

Register for E-Day today at www.eng.auburn.edu/eday!

Aspire Summer Programs Abroad

All-inclusive summer programs in England, France, Ireland, Italy and Spain for high school students.

Aspire is pleased to announce several new and exciting programs this year:

• Summer immersions programs in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and Dublin, Ireland.
• Community service trips to Costa Rica and China.

Explore their website at www.aspirebyapi.com to complete and online application or download scholarship application materials.

Denison University Young Writers Workshop

This is as week long residential summer program in creative writing. The program brings the discipline of a professional writers' conference to high school wirters, providing a marvelous opportunity for students to work intensively with acclaimed poets and writers on Denison's beautiful college campus in Granville, Ohio. Current sophomores, juniors, and seniors are eligible to apply. This year's program dates are June 23-30.
The fee (including room and board) for the eight-day program is $1,200. This year's application deadline is March 1, 2013.
For more information visit reynolds.denison.edu.

Oxbridge Academic Programs Summer 2012

Experience Oxbridge Academic programs in New York City (Barnard College),
England (Oxford and Cambridge), France (Paris), and Spain (Barcelona).

Apply online at www.oxbridgeprograms.com. The application deadline is May 31, 2013. A small number of scholarships are available based equally on financial need and the student's ability to contribute to the program in the broadest sense.

University of Florida Young Entrepreneurs for Leadership & Sustainability

Are You?

• Innovative and Creative?
• A leader in school or the community, looking to develope your Leadership Skills?
• Anxious about applying to college and want an opportunity to explore College Life at the top university in Florida?

Do You?

• Want to be an Entrepreneur?
• Want to make a difference through Community Service?
• Care about the environment and want to learn more about Sustainability?

If the answer is YES to any of these questions, then the UF Young Entrepreneurs for Leadership & Sustainability Summer Program is for YOU!

For more information, visit:www.UFYoungEntrepreneurs.org

SPI Study Abroad

Language Immersion & Global Leadership Programs

• Total Immersion
• College Credit Courses
• Homestay Experience
• Meaningful Excursions
• Quality On-Site Leadership

Visit the SPI website (www.spiabroad.com) for prices & dates, references, program itineraries, videos, photo galleries, and specific information for parents and teachers.

Washington University in St. Louis Summer Experiences

High School Summer Scholars Program (5 weeks, credit)

• Enroll in two undergraduate courses for credit, transferable to most accredited universities.
• Develope academic skills through specialized seminars to give you a head start on your path to college.
• Live in a residence hall and enjoy social and cultural opportunities with other scholars from around the world.

High School Summer Institutes (2-3 weeks, noncredit)

• Explore a specialized interest while living on campus: Writing Institute, Pre-Medical Institute, Business Institute & Pre-Engineering Institute
• Gain valuable academic and career experience through the focused curriculum.

For more information and application materials, visit: summerexperiences.wustl.edu