Tagged: "campus tour"
Haverford College – A Small College With A Big Student Voice
Haverford College is great choice for students looking to be surrounded by other academically motivated peers, who are looking to have a voice on campus, and think that honor and integrity is important both inside and outside the classroom
Villanova University – Strong Community, Identity and Religious Foundation
Villanova University is a great choice for students looking for a campus with a strong community, identity, and religious foundation.
Campus Visits–Don’t Mind the Weather
Bad weather can affect our moods. But it should not affect our visit to a college. A campus visit is a time to learn about the people--and to ignore the weather.
Touring a Campus? Don’t Forget the Library!
The library is no longer just the place to check out books. It may play a key role in your college experiences. What should you be looking for in a college library? What questions should you ask about the library when visiting a college campus?
Visiting College Campuses: A Tour Guide Shares Tips
Sometimes campus tour guides go above and beyond. While on the University of Alabama campus recently, I was treated to a private tour by a polite, knowledgeable, and good humored young gentleman. He gave me the grand tour, and fielded my penetrating questions very well. So I asked him whether he thought it would be [...]
College Visits: Remember Three Important Features
When I visit college and university campuses, I try to search for a few distinguishing features that will help me remember what makes this particular institution stand out from its peers. Often I will start by asking admissions counselors–who are, after all, in the business of marketing–what they see as the three most important things [...]
Visiting College Campuses: Observations by a Professional Tour-Taker
I spent a few days in Minnesota last week visiting colleges. My itinerary included (in alphabetical order) Augsburg College, Carleton College, Macalester College, University of Minnesota, and St. Olaf College. Why do I spend so much time and money investing in college visits? So I can help you find the best college for you. I’m [...]


